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Drivers on Evans to Locks Road face two rounds of westbound lane closures starting today through Tuesday; one round is an extended shutdown running Monday morning through Tuesday afternoon.

Augusta Animal Services is offering $10 adoptions (with over 150 playful pups and fluffy felines) through Saturday to help local residents find a new furry friend.

Advocates told state lawmakers that a planned 30% payment cut by the state’s medical insurer may reduce therapy services for foster children (impacting care throughout Augusta) and add strain to the system.

RCSS high schools reached their highest SAT scores in five years in 2026 as participation rose from 643 to 697 students and schools like T.W.

Josey, Glenn Hills, and ARC made significant gains thanks to expanded test preparation efforts + targeted academic support.

Columbia County will host the 2026 NJCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Championship at Blanchard Woods Park from Nov.

15 to Nov. 21. Eight regional champions and four at-large teams will play group matches starting Nov. 15, with semifinals on Nov. 19 and a final at 4 p.m. on Nov. 21.

Augusta Players will present 'Painless: The Opioid Musical' – a free educational performance that uses real stories to address opioid addiction and encourage dialogue.

The show runs at the Kroc Center Nov. 3–5, with a public performance at 7 p.m. on Nov. 5.

TV and movies are driving Halloween costume trends in Augusta as Spirit Halloween on Robert C.

Daniel Parkway featured themes from KPop Demon Hunters, Five Nights at Freddy's, and classic horror styles, with sold-out animatronic Freddy Fazbear and rising adult participation noted by manager Birdie Calahan.

Augusta University School of Public Health released the 'Healthy Georgia' report that shows adults face care cost issues, kidney disease, loneliness, and high substance misuse rates.

The report compares state numbers to national averages — noting low heavy drinking and some progress in child health indicators to guide community action.