Monday, January 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Harlem, Georgia, 10 veterans were honored with Quilts of Valor for their military service by the Garden City Quilters. WRDW
- ➤ Susan Everitt, the executive director of the American Red Cross of Augusta, led local disaster relief efforts from their office for over a month following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, highlighting her personal connection and the challenges faced in responding to the widespread impact. Augusta Good News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A smoke shop employee in Augusta, GA, was fatally shot during a robbery, leading to an arrest for aggravated assault, armed robbery, and firearm possession. FOX54
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rotary Club of Augusta has opened invitations to local high school students to join the Preston Johnson Speech Contest for a chance to win cash prizes. The Augusta Press
- ➤ An article provides five practical tips from Dr. Jessica Britt-Thomas to help students successfully transition back to school after holiday breaks by setting attainable goals, establishing a routine, taking mental breaks, practicing self-compassion, and reconnecting with academic purpose. The Bell Ringer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta Commission will discuss House Bill 581, focusing on a floating homestead exemption, in a postponed Monday meeting. The Augusta Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ USC Aiken defeated Augusta University's men's basketball team 84-49, ending their nine-game win streak. Augusta Good News
- ➤ The Augusta women's basketball team secured a decisive 67-37 victory against USC Aiken, demonstrating dominant play in both offense and defense. Augusta Good News
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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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YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan Performance
YAMATO, a renowned Japanese Taiko drumming group from Asuka-mura, will perform at The Etherredge Center, showcasing their unique and powerful traditional drumming.
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