Education

In pictures: Lakeside High School graduation 2026

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 20 May 2026 · 1

Lakeside High School’s graduation ceremony was Wednesday at Evans Towne Center Park.

SRP Affinity Debit Card program proves a nickel can go a long way

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 19 May 2026 · 0

On May 18, SRP Federal Credit Union officials celebrated $3 million worth of nickels going back into local school systems.

Warren Road celebrates former students with May 15 program

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 16 May 2026 · 0

On May 15, Warren Road Elementary School celebrated its former students who are graduating high school.

Strom Thurmond places in top 15 at national mock trial competition

By Special To Augusta Good News · 14 May 2026 · 0

Strom Thurmond High School finished 14th at the High School Mock Trial (HSMT) National Championships.

Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center on track to open in late summer 2026

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 May 2026 · 0

The Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center in Grovetown is close to being completed.

Columbia County fine arts students receive diploma seals and scholarships

By Staff Report · 13 May 2026 · 0

The Columbia County School District, in partnership with the Columbia County School District Foundation., recognized graduating seniors for outstanding achievement in the arts during the annual Arts at the Plaza on April 25.

Helms College to launch electrical training program in July

By Staff Report · 13 May 2026 · 0

Classes for Helms College’s new electrical training program begin in July, and enrollment is now open.

Food Lion celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week at McCormick High School

By Special To Augusta Good News · 06 May 2026 · Comments Off on Food Lion celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week at McCormick High School

On May 6, 2026, Food Lion marked Teacher Appreciation Week with a special “Carts of Kindness” surprise at McCormick High School in McCormick, South Carolina supported by Food Lion Feeds, the company’s hunger-relief platform.

Med student wants to make an impact

By Special To Augusta Good News · 06 May 2026 · Comments Off on Med student wants to make an impact

For Puja Punukollu, the path to becoming a physician has never been just about medicine; it has always been about impact. Augusta University holds its graduation ceremonies this week.

Student turns life around while pursuing degree at Aiken Technical College

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 04 May 2026 · Comments Off on Student turns life around while pursuing degree at Aiken Technical College

Alice Brown found a supportive community at Aiken Technical College while pursuing her degree.

Five local schools honored with Military Flagship Awards

By Staff Report · 30 Apr 2026 · Comments Off on Five local schools honored with Military Flagship Awards

Five schools in Richmond and Columbia counties have been recognized with the Military Flagship School Awards.

Two Richmond County students named 2026 Gates Scholars

By Staff Report · 28 Apr 2026 · Comments Off on Two Richmond County students named 2026 Gates Scholars

Rhali Adams-Johnson and George Collie have been named Gates Scholars.

Columbia County Arts at the Plaza set for April 25

By Staff Report · 24 Apr 2026 · Comments Off on Columbia County Arts at the Plaza set for April 25

The third annual Arts at the Plaza will be from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at the Columbia County
Performing Arts Center in Evans.

Fifteen Richmond County schools earn top state recognition for climate, student support

By Staff Report · 24 Apr 2026 · 1

Fifteen schools in the Richmond County School System were named Distinguished PBIS Schools by the Georgia Department of Education.