News You Can Use: Broad Street construction updates for week of Oct. 13
New construction will begin the week of October 13 on Broad Street between 10th and 13th Streets.
Mayor wants to see riverfront space revitalized
On July 25, Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson announced a ”bold, bold vision” to invest in economic development, tourism and outdoor recreation on Augusta’s riverfront.
Government Publishing Office names AU Libraries preservation steward
Thanks to a recent agreement between the U.S. Government Publishing Office and Augusta University Libraries, the college’s collection of historic documents will continue to grow.
Partnership leads to fire emergency services degree
The Augusta Fire Department is partnering with Augusta Technical College to support the launch of the Fire & Emergency Services Occupation Associate of Applied Science Degree.
Graduation ceremony is family affair
Several members of the same family received high school diplomas on March 15.
FEMA housing resource fair set for Feb.15
FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, at the Henry Brigham Community Center, 2463 Golden Camp Rd. C.
Diamond Lakes regional baseball fields renamed in honor of former Commissioner Andy Cheek
The Diamond Lakes Regional Park baseball field will be officially renamed in honor of former Commissioner Andy Cheek, a dedicated advocate for youth sports and community development. The renaming ceremony will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5.
Burke County Sheriff’s community service takes the cake
Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams uses baking as a way to give back to others.
Small Business Recovery Workshop set for Jan. 15, 2025
A Small Business Recovery Resources Workshop will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15.
Burke County sheriff receives presidential volunteer service award
Burke County Sheriff receives presidential award.
FEMA extends Georgia application deadline while South Carolina remains the same
FEMA has extended the deadline for survivors to apply for federal assistance.
GEMA program to assist people displaced by Helene
The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) announced a new initiative Tuesday to help people displaced by Helene.