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Augusta history highlighted at upcoming symposium

By Special To Augusta Good News · 09 Nov 2026 · 0

Historic Augusta’s annual Edward J. Cashin Memorial Woodrow Wilson Symposium, also known as the Cashin Memorial Wilson Symposium, is set for Nov. 13-14 at the Morris Museum of Art.

Singer brings message of hope that crosses musical genres

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 07 Nov 2026 · 0

David Phelps sings across genres in his concerts. He will be at Trinity Baptist Church on Nov. 12.

Aiken Symphony plans 2026 Veterans Day concert

By Special To Augusta Good News · 07 Nov 2026 · 0

The Aiken Symphony plans a concert to honor the courage, sacrifice and service of America’s military veterans.

Main Street Players celebrate America’s 250th with music, history and local talent

By Special To Augusta Good News · 26 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on Main Street Players celebrate America’s 250th with music, history and local talent

Main Street Players will celebrate America’s 250th birthday with “We the People, an American Cabaret”, an event blending beloved music, historic words and local talent Nov. 6–8.

Augusta Foodie Festival planned for Oct. 31 and Nov. 1

By Staff Report · 23 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on Augusta Foodie Festival planned for Oct. 31 and Nov. 1

Foodie Fest meets Halloween at the Augusta Exchange Club fairgrounds on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.

Musical highlights addiction prevention

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 22 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on Musical highlights addiction prevention

“Painless: The Opioid Musical” focuses on drug addiction and its prevention.

‘A Lesson in Humility’ highlighted at AU Byrd Gallery

By Special To Augusta Good News · 20 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on ‘A Lesson in Humility’ highlighted at AU Byrd Gallery

The Mary S. Byrd Gallery of Art at Augusta University presents A Lesson in Humility, an exhibition of collaborative works by artists Katie Hargrave and Meredith Laura Lynn.

Tickets on sale for Augusta Symphony Gala

By Staff Report · 18 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on Tickets on sale for Augusta Symphony Gala

Tony and Grammy Award-nominated actress and singer Megan Hilty will be the guest artist for the Augusta Symphony’s ninth annual gala on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027, at the historic Miller Theater.

‘Swan Lake’ with a twist will be at the Miller Oct. 23

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 17 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on ‘Swan Lake’ with a twist will be at the Miller Oct. 23

The Grand Kyiv Ballet will bring a classic ballet with a modern twist to the Miller Theatre on Oct. 23.

Fear drives ‘The Crucible’ to Aiken stage

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on Fear drives ‘The Crucible’ to Aiken stage

Arthur Miller’s tale of fear and suspicion and their consequences makes its way to the stage as the Aiken Community Theatre presents “The Crucible” for two weekends beginning Oct. 16.

Spirits will bring Augusta history to life Oct. 24-25

By Special To Augusta Good News · 13 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on Spirits will bring Augusta history to life Oct. 24-25

Walk with the Spirits will be Oct. 24-25 at Westover Memorial Park.

Charleston improv veteran to bring signature show to Augusta

By Special To Augusta Good News · 10 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on Charleston improv veteran to bring signature show to Augusta

Charleston improv veteran and Theatre 99 co-founder Greg Tavares brings a special night of long-form improvisation featuring performers from both Charleston and Augusta on Oct. 16.

Augusta Choral Society opens 76th season Oct. 17

By Staff Report · 06 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on Augusta Choral Society opens 76th season Oct. 17

The Augusta Choral Society will open its season with works of J.S. Bach and Marianna Martines on Oct. 17.

New film highlights Augusta’s spooky side

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 04 Oct 2026 · Comments Off on New film highlights Augusta’s spooky side

“UNKNOWN GEORGIA: UFOs, Hatman, & Ghosts from Macon to Augusta” dropped to YouTube on Oct. 3.