Good morning, Augusta.

Kayla Lopez reported that downtown Augusta stays busy as businesses remain open during a snowstorm, with local residents braving the weather to shop and socialize.

Rev. Billy Alford explains that Lent — a season of reflection and renewal — begins with Ash Wednesday, Feb.

18 and leads up to Holy Week starting on March 29. He invites Augusta readers to try fasting, almsgiving, and prayer as a simple way to prepare for Easter.

The Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center at Augusta University announced that the National Wild Turkey Federation is its newest resident partner today, merging conservation with tech training.

The center, which houses the GBI Georgia Cyber Crime Center, expects the partnership to boost local innovation.

Evans High freshman Charlee Adams has been a Girl Scout since first grade and now builds leadership and outdoor skills + prepares for her future career with the organization.

This year, she will join a Girl Scout Destinations trip to London.

Augusta interior designer Michael Siewert offered practical advice on updating home decor without overspending by prioritizing key pieces and rearranging areas to refresh each room.

His lifestyle TV show (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoons) on WRDW gives more tips for a budget-friendly makeover.

Harlem High School boys' basketball team won against Hephzibah 55-45 on Jan.

30 at Senior Night and honored seniors and coach Mike Leverett, who was inducted into the school Hall of Fame. The Bulldogs will host Aquinas on Monday, Feb. 2 with girls starting at 6 p.m. and boys at 7:30 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Annual Augusta Home And Garden Show

Various times — James Brown Arena — $ — Explore garden inspirations and home improvement ideas at this community favorite.

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.

C&G at Fat Tuesday Food and Music Fest

1-8 p.m. — Evans Towne Center Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant rhythms and flavors of the Big Easy with live music and delicious food.