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Morning News
Sunday, February 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 4-H Garden Club in Richmond County engages kids in agriculture through regular meetings and activities such as making compost bins and planting blueberries. NewsChannel 6
- ➤ Georgia Military College in Augusta hosted its first annual Block Party to reunite and engage the community post-Hurricane Helene with activities spanning food, music, crafts, an auto show, and educational opportunities. NewsChannel 6
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Over 400 Georgia Power customers in Augusta lost electricity due to a vehicle accident involving a power pole on Wrightsboro Road. WRDW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richmond County authorities are investigating the death of a man found in a home on Clarkston Drive as suspicious. The Augusta Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta Museum of History held a Chinese New Year event on Feb. 9, featuring activities like children's story time to educate and celebrate the tradition. The Augusta Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Within his first 30 days at Paine College, President Lester A. McCorn appointed two key personnel to his leadership team. The Augusta Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Helene transformed Augusta overnight into a disaster zone, yet amidst the devastation, the community's acts of kindness towards each other spotlighted the resilience and compassion that binds them. The Bell Ringer
- ➤ Augusta residents voiced concerns over air quality at a hearing on the expansion of the Syensqo chemical plant, amid criticisms of permit transparency and potential increases in hazardous pollutants. The Augusta Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cross Creek's High School boys basketball team ends regular season with a 24-1 record and a 73-44 win over Harlem, showcasing a strong preparation and team unity. Augusta Good News
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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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WSL 2025 Baseball Early Registration Deadline
The Warren Sports League is opening early registration for its Spring 2025 baseball season, offering various age divisions for young athletes.
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Valentine's Day Dinner at Back To Nature Garden Center
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a dinner featuring live entertainment, a personal chef, and complimentary wine at Back To Nature Garden Center.
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Herb Alpert Performance
Herb Alpert, founder of The Tijuana Brass and notable solo artist, will perform at the Miller Theater in Augusta, GA.
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The Blues Is Alright Tour - Augusta Blues Festival
The Blues Is Alright Tour will feature the 10th Annual Augusta Blues Festival at the Bell Auditorium, showcasing the emotional storytelling of blues music.
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Melodies & Masterpieces Fundraising Event
This annual fundraising event features dueling pianos, a chef showcase, and local artists, all aimed at benefiting the community of North Augusta.
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EntrepreAI Tuesday: Generative AI for Business
This event focuses on using generative AI for marketing and small business operations, providing specific use cases to enhance social media campaigns.
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Shaggy's Trivia Night at Savannah River Brewing Co.
Teams gather weekly at Savannah River Brewing Co. for a fun-filled trivia competition featuring great beer and prizes.
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Legends of Laughter Comedy Show
The Legends of Laughter event will feature performances by acclaimed comedians Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Don DC Curry, Guy Torry, Special K, and Poncere at the Bell Auditorium.
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Hairball Rock Concert Experience
Hairball is a multi-concert rock experience featuring a dynamic tribute to rock legends at the Miller Theater.
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