Good morning, Augusta.

The Augusta Dream Center will host its ninth annual Cinderella Day on Saturday, Mar.

14, offering high school girls a free prom experience with dress selection, hair and makeup, shoes, and swag bags. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. off Peach Orchard Road, and about 200 attendees are expected.

The Augusta Music and Songwriter Festival will take place May 15-16 downtown at the Depot Lot next to Fifth Street Bridge by the Savannah River, showcasing national and regional acts including Big K.R.I.T. and Shawn Mullins and offering interactive workshops — letting attendees explore songwriting techniques.

Today, Greater Augusta Arts Council hosts the Wet Paint Party at Sacred Heart Cultural Center while Gertrude Herbert offers Whiskey at Ware’s from 7 to 9 p.m.-featuring live music and whiskey tasting; Saturday brings Francie Klopotic’s Electric Saints at APMU, and the Spring Artists’ Market runs March 13-21.

More than half of full-time workers in Augusta-Richmond County do not earn enough to cover basic living costs according to United Way research.

The report shows many health care, retail, manufacturing, and food service workers earn wages lower than the $24 needed per hour for essentials.

Eleven justice-involved students earned high school diplomas or GEDs Thursday through the Thrive program in Augusta, a juvenile court initiative that began with 16 participants and saw five drop out.

Families celebrated as emotions ran high and a former graduate later joined the military.

The Savannah River Regional Science Bowl on Feb.

21 at the University of South Carolina Aiken gathered 16 teams from SC and Augusta for quick STEM challenges. Lakeside High School Team 1 won an all-expense-paid trip and will compete at Nationals in Washington, D.C. from April 30 to May 4.

The Georgia House approved House Bill 1009, which would ban cellphone use in high school classrooms, and the bill now heads to the state Senate.

Lawmakers expect the rule to improve classroom focus (local educators remain divided) as students’ communication during emergencies may be affected.

State officials announced a justice system program offering young adults opportunities to access education and job training, aiming to reduce recidivism and build community support.

The initiative, unveiled last week, is expected to improve outcomes across Augusta.

Hannah Price, a third-year resident at Augusta University’s Dental College, wins national recognition for a research article on surgical bleeding linked to excessive bitter gourd supplement use.

The study advises careful preoperative screening for herbal supplements that may affect surgery outcomes.

Butler boys basketball team needs one win to secure back-to-back GHSA 2A State Championships when they face Morgan County on Saturday, Mar.

14 at 1 p.m. at Macon Coliseum (Macon) as coach Chaz Clark stresses elite defense and team play.

The Lady Tigers faced a challenging game as 18 team fouls were recorded, 13 in the second half and five in the first three minutes of the third period+ a controversial call has raised questions over its impact on their state fate.

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.

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.

Doing Business with Augusta Workshop

2 PM — Accelerate Augusta — Free entry — Discover opportunities and insights into doing business in Augusta, Georgia.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.