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Shane Peterman steps into newest role

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 31 Jul 2026 · 0

Shane Peterman has multiple full plates as he steps into the newly created role of CEO of the Augusta Players and Imperial Theatre.

First grade teacher starts new career with familiar face

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 28 Jul 2026 · 1

SheKinah Bennett is in her first year teaching at Grovetown Elementary School, whose principal was Bennett’s sixth grade teacher.

‘Telly Award’ winner comes full circle

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 23 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on ‘Telly Award’ winner comes full circle

After taking a break from writing and filming, Karlton Clay is back with a new serialized drama.

Augusta Agriculture month honors W.B. and Lynn Brown and celebrates the Year of the Woman Farmer

By Staff Report · 14 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on Augusta Agriculture month honors W.B. and Lynn Brown and celebrates the Year of the Woman Farmer

An Aug. 4 ceremony will recognize  W.B. and Lynn Brown as the 2026 recipients of the Adderson Legacy in Agriculture Award.

Davidson alum combines art with core subjects to become teacher of year

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on Davidson alum combines art with core subjects to become teacher of year

The road from John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School has led Monica Noble to performing across the U.S. and becoming teacher of the year at an Atlanta area high school.

Women in clerical collars flourish in Augusta pulpits

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 24 Jun 2026 · 2

Women in the ministry is nothing new around the Augusta area where women have served in the pulpit for years.

Column: Thank you, Mr. Eubanks; an ode to algebra and softball

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 23 Jun 2026 · 5

Walter Eubanks was more than a Richmond County School Board member. He was publisher Charmain Z. Brackett’s high school algebra teacher and softball coach. He died on June 23, 2026.

Musician keeps in rhythm at hospital’s heart center

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 02 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on Musician keeps in rhythm at hospital’s heart center

Ralph Beardsworth shares gift of music at Piedmont Vascular, Heart and Endovascular Center.

Beloved beagle at the heart of USC Aiken student’s business

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 15 May 2026 · Comments Off on Beloved beagle at the heart of USC Aiken student’s business

 A beagle who lived her best life is the mascot for an outdoor brand that has made its way to the stage of the Grand Ole Opry.

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.

Golden Doodle gives veteran her life back

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 05 May 2026 · Comments Off on Golden Doodle gives veteran her life back

An Army vet who served in Iraq credits a Golden Doodle for saving her life.

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.

Cancer survivor shares peace through Hope for Hooves Rescue

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 Apr 2026 · Comments Off on Cancer survivor shares peace through Hope for Hooves Rescue

Michelle Derrick recently finished chemotherapy from her fourth cancer diagnosis. She shares her hope, peace and strength through an organization she founded called Hope for Hooves Rescue.

A man and his guide dog show people what independence looks like

By Nick Lovett · 22 Mar 2026 · Comments Off on A man and his guide dog show people what independence looks like

Joseph “Joey” Johnson lives with retinitis pigmentosa and gets through life with his guide dog, Tucker.