Augusta
Morning News
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta Dream Center is asking community members to donate space heaters, gloves, and hats to help protect families from cold temperatures during winter weather. Officials say demand has grown recently and expect donations to arrive soon — contact the center via their website. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bob Ray's exhibition 'The Day Smell of Mother's Spring' will open Friday, Feb. 6 at CANDL Fine Art on Broad St—featuring a public reception from 5 to 7 p.m. and an artist talk set for Saturday, Feb. 7, with the show running until March 20. Augusta Good News
- ➤ The Fox's Lair at Olde Town Inn is a hidden gem where owner Melinda James highlights its unique charm and welcoming atmosphere. Guests can experience an intimate setting that showcases the bar and inn’s creative style. The Augusta Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Josey High School placed principal Dr. Derrias Priestley on leave and named substitute principal Melisa Clark effective immediately to keep daily operations steady amid an ongoing investigation while counseling is available for students and staff. The Augusta Press
- ➤ A local woman is partnering with AU to offer free business attire for students (a program designed to boost career readiness). The initiative will begin soon. WRDW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Forestry Commission and Georgia Tree Council will hold Hurricane Recovery in Community Forests, a state Arbor Day event, on Feb. 3 in Augusta. It begins at the Savannah Riverkeeper Building with local speakers and moves to Fitten Street Cemetery for tree planting. Augusta Good News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Augusta’s EMA deactivated its EOC response for Winter Storm Fern — it will keep the warming shelter open as long as temperatures stay below 32F. A deputy at May Park will assist residents with shelter clearance starting at 5:00 p.m. and complimentary transit is available for designated shelters until 8:00 p.m. City of Augusta
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Two health events in Augusta offered free medical services on Tuesday. The public health mobile clinic operated from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Christenberry Fieldhouse for physicals and vaccines, and the fourth annual Horizon Truckers Clinic started at 11 a.m. at Julian Smith Casino in partnership with local agencies. WRDW
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Kerwin Claiborne Live Comedy Show
10:00 – 11:30 PM — The Scene Nightclub — Tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with the hilarious Kerwin Claiborne performing live.
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Marty Stuart & Molly Tuttle Concert
7-10 p.m. — William B. Bell Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience great country music from legends of the genre.
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Turandot
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticketed event — Experience Puccini's final opera in a unique multimedia staging reconnecting with its storied past.
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Ray J Concert
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — Bell Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of music with Ray J and special guests.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen
6:30-7:29 p.m. — Sacred Heart Cultural Center — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic music of Queen illuminated by candlelight in a stunning venue.
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Annual Augusta Home And Garden Show
Various times — James Brown Arena — $ — Explore garden inspirations and home improvement ideas at this community favorite.
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Maddox Batson Concert
8-10 p.m. — Bell Auditorium — Ticket info not provided — Experience the insightful melodies of 15-year-old songwriter Maddox Batson, known for his poignant covers.
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