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Friday, January 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Victor Prince was arrested in downtown Augusta for the city's second homicide of 2025, while two suspects are sought for the first homicide, amidst an ongoing violent crime outbreak. WRDW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta University Police Department enhances campus safety with a $2.7 million technology upgrade, focusing on improved dispatch centers, video systems, and visibility strategies to ensure a secure environment. Augusta CEO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declares a state of emergency ahead of a severe winter storm, activating response teams and urging residents to limit travel and prepare. The Augusta Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Augusta-Richmond County residents face a 4.5% water rate increase and new credit card fee, amid revelations of stormwater fee revenues being diverted to pay city employee salaries instead of fixing the infrastructure. WRDW
- ➤ Augusta city leaders elect a new Mayor Pro-Tem and welcome two new commissioners, marking a key development in the city's governance. Augusta CEO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Scottie Scheffler leads as the favorite for the 2025 Masters at Augusta National with odds of +400, closely followed by Xander Schauffele and Rory McIlroy. The Augusta Chronicle
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Sleeping Beauty Ballet Performance
The State Ballet Theater of Ukraine presents a captivating performance of Sleeping Beauty, telling the tale of Princess Aurora, who falls into a century-long slumber due to a curse.
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Space Jam Screening at Miller Theater
The Miller Theater in downtown Augusta, a historic movie palace, features a screening of 'Space Jam' with general admission seating.
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EntrepreAI Tuesday: Mastering AI Prompts for Business Growth
This event focuses on teaching attendees how to create effective prompts for generative AI to enhance small business marketing and operations.
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Candlelight Concert: Best of Hip-Hop in Augusta
Experience a unique live, candlelit musical performance featuring popular hip-hop tracks at the Sacred Heart Cultural Center.
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UPTOWN: A Celebration of Motown and Soul
UPTOWN delivers an electrifying show that blends classic Motown tunes with contemporary R&B hits, featuring high-energy performances and impressive choreography.
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Aiken Land Conservancy Hike Series at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
The ALC Hike Series features a kid-friendly guided hike focusing on wetland ecology and birdwatching at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, with opportunities to see various bird species.
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Eric Roberson Concert
Eric Roberson will be performing live at the Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center.
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