Augusta
Morning News
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Xzavier Neal led the Stop the Violence basketball tournament yesterday at E.W. Hagler Boys and Girls Clubs (Division Street) where teams from law enforcement, the military, and local businesses competed to promote nonviolent conflict resolution amid a packed gym. Augusta Good News
- ➤ Community leaders hosted a Teen Summit and Youth Forum at May Park Community Center yesterday to provide resources and job opportunities for teens with help from the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office — offering vendors, haircuts, food, and giveaways to engage participants. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Better World Studios today, community members and sustainability advocates gathered for a fashion show that showcased designs from a local fashion design class led by award-winning Felina Martin. The event raised recycling awareness and included a raffle, door prizes & a vendor marketplace. WRDW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in grades 5 through 10 got hands-on cybersecurity training during Cyber Saturday on Saturday morning at Augusta University's Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center — they engaged in live escape room challenges, a capture the flag competition, and interactive sessions to explore digital safety skills. WRDW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tests show that six Georgia water systems, including the Augusta-Richmond County system (which recorded PFAS levels 10.9 times over the EPA limit), have chemical levels above federal standards. Officials require these systems to monitor the contamination and notify residents while working to reduce it. The Augusta Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Augusta Lady Yellowjackets won the SCHSL 4A Girls State Championship with a 63-50 win over Westside on Saturday, Mar. 7. The game marked their seventh state title and the second consecutive championship. WRDW
- ➤ On Saturday, the Jaguars beat top seeded Columbus State 82-71 at the Lumpkin Center to advance to the Peach Belt Championship game in one of their biggest wins in program history. The Bell Ringer
- ➤ North Augusta's boys' basketball team won its first SCHL AAAA state championship Saturday at Colonial Life Arena by beating South Pointe 64 + 56, and the Yellow Jackets improved to a 27-3 season in their second state title appearance. Augusta Good News
- ➤ Cross Creek defeated East Hall 78-59 on Saturday and advanced to the GHSA 3A championship — they will play Harlem in Macon for the title on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. WRDW
- ➤ Harlem boys basketball won 63-50 last Saturday (AJ Williams scored 24) to reach the GHSA 3A state championship; they will face the winner of the Cross Creek and East Hall game later that evening, marking their first state title bid since 1969. WRDW
- ➤ Georgia basketball earned its best SEC Tournament seed in 10 years and a bye to the second round; the Bulldogs (No.7) will play the winner of Texas (No.10) and Ole Miss (No.15) on Thursday, Mar. 12 at 7 p.m. ET at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. The Augusta Chronicle
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An Evening of Soul with Raheem DeVaughn
3:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — $64.15 to $106.15 — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy-nominated Raheem DeVaughn and Eric Roberson in a night of R&B music.
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2026 Augusta-Aiken Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show
10 AM - 6 PM — Julian Smith Casino — Under 12 free with paid adult — Discover gems, minerals, and fossils along with exciting activities and demonstrations.
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Fifth Annual Run the Runway 5K
8-11 a.m. — Augusta Regional Airport — $12-$30 — Experience a unique running event on an airport runway while supporting a local nonprofit for veterans.
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Robert Earl Keen Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Experience the musical journey of Robert Earl Keen as he continues to inspire with his storytelling and melodies.
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Doing Business with Augusta Workshop
2 PM — Accelerate Augusta — Free entry — Discover opportunities and insights into doing business in Augusta, Georgia.
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I-20 Highways Basketball Tournament
All day — Riverview Park Activities Center — Entry fee varies — Compete in a thrilling weekend of grassroots basketball with top AAU programs from the region.
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Board Game Night with Cardboard Castle
5-9 p.m. — Savannah River Brewing Co. — 15% off draft beer for steinclub members and more — Enjoy a fun evening filled with games from the local store.
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Annual Spring Luncheon Event
9:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Augusta Country Club — Registration required — Celebrate spring with renowned speakers and fellow garden enthusiasts at the Augusta Council of Garden Clubs' luncheon.
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Dare To Tri Sprint Triathlon
9 AM – 1 PM — Fort Gordon Indoor Swimming Pool — Check your competitive spirit with a 300m swim, 10-mile bike ride, and 5K run.
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Stand-Up Comedy by Steven Ho
8-11 p.m. — Miller Theater — $39 to $59 — Laugh out loud with former ER Technician turned comedian Steven Ho as he shares hilarious healthcare tales.
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