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In pictures: Paying tribute to deputy killed in line of duty

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 05 May 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Paying tribute to deputy killed in line of duty

People paid their respects Monday as the funeral procession for Columbia County Deputy Brandon Sikes left Thomas Poteet and Son Funeral Home.

Students take part in healthy choices youth workshop

By Staff Report · 04 May 2025 · Comments Off on Students take part in healthy choices youth workshop

The Phi Chi Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Incorporated hosted its second Annual Youth Workshop, themed “Healthy Choices, Strong Minds,” on April 26, 2025.

In pictures: Greek Festival May 3

By Mike Adams · 03 May 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Greek Festival May 3

Highlights from the Greek Festival May 3.

In pictures: Columbia County Public Safety and Preparedness Fair May 3

By Mike Adams · 03 May 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Columbia County Public Safety and Preparedness Fair May 3

Scenes from the Columbia County’s Annual Public Safety and Preparedness Fair Saturday.

Scholarship honoring Godfather of Soul launched on his 92nd birthday

By Staff Report · 03 May 2025 · Comments Off on Scholarship honoring Godfather of Soul launched on his 92nd birthday

A new scholarship honoring the legacy of James Brown launches ,May 3, the Godfather of Soul’s 92nd birthday.

Augustans celebrate historic preservation efforts at Cotton Ball

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 02 May 2025 · Comments Off on Augustans celebrate historic preservation efforts at Cotton Ball

Historic Augusta held its annual Cotton Ball May 1.

In pictures: Tacos and Tequila in Columbia County May 1

By Mike Adams · 01 May 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Tacos and Tequila in Columbia County May 1

Scenes from Taco and Tequilas May 1.

Sculpture trail ribbon cutting will be May 2

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 01 May 2025 · Comments Off on Sculpture trail ribbon cutting will be May 2

A ribbon cutting ceremony for 10 new sculptures in downtown Augusta is scheduled for Friday, May 2.

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May 5 golf tournament helps at-risk young men

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 01 May 2025 · Comments Off on May 5 golf tournament helps at-risk young men

The 32nd Annual Paul Anderson Golf Classic will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at North Augusta’s River Golf Club.

Augusta area projects receive 2025 state historic preservation awards

By Staff Report · 28 Apr 2025 · Comments Off on Augusta area projects receive 2025 state historic preservation awards

Four Augusta area projects were among the 23 that the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation recognized for the best of preservation in Georgia during its 48th annual Preservation Awards ceremony in Brunswick, Ga.

In pictures: Blue Angels over Augusta

By Staff Report · 27 Apr 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Blue Angels over Augusta

The Blue Angels flew over Augusta Saturday and Sunday.

In pictures: Sacred Heart Garden Festival

By Mike Adams · 27 Apr 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Sacred Heart Garden Festival

Scenes from the Sacred Heart Garden Festival.

Golden Harvest Food Bank issues urgent call for volunteers

By Staff Report · 25 Apr 2025 · Comments Off on Golden Harvest Food Bank issues urgent call for volunteers

Golden Harvest Food Bank needs volunteers.

In pictures: Jag Jam 2025

By Mike Adams · 19 Apr 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Jag Jam 2025

Scenes from Saturday’s Jag Jam.