Augusta
Morning News
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westside Animal Hospital donated med kits to every K-9 unit in the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office today, giving handlers key supplies to stabilize dogs in emergencies (each kit includes peroxide, gauze and Narcan) and provided training on their use. WRDW
- ➤ Today, the Salvation Army of Augusta launched the public phase of its campaign 'Standing Together Restoring Hope' to build a new emergency shelter for families and individuals facing homelessness. The campaign has reached over 95% of its $15.7m goal and needs less than $1m to complete funding. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Yesterday, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal helped a Georgia family by covering funeral costs for 12-year-old Jayda West, who died in a school bus incident. Local law enforcement worked with him to ease the financial burden so the family could focus on honoring her life. The Augusta Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Jaguar Job Fair is scheduled for Friday, Mar. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Christenberry Fieldhouse to connect students, alumni and job seekers with over 85 employers across varied industries. Attendees can explore full-time, part-time, intern and seasonal opportunities—preparing for future careers. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Dr. Catherine 'Lynn' Hedrick of Augusta University was named to both the Southeastern Immunology Symposium’s Board of Directors and the Georgia Research Alliance’s Board of Trustees on Jan. 29—she will play a key role in advancing regional research and education. Augusta CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced over $500 million in relief to help Georgia farmers rebuild from Hurricane Helene — applications opened March 16 and will close April 27. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Civil engineer Steve Cassell of Infrastructure Systems Management explained plans today to ease traffic during the Masters Tournament in Augusta — his proposal calls for updated signage and enhanced route coordination to manage the surge. The Augusta Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Reigning champion Rory McIlroy reveals his menu for this year’s Masters Club Dinner in Augusta. The dinner will feature options such as wagyu filet mignon and seared salmon — along with creative starters and classic sides — ahead of the Masters Tournament scheduled for April 9-12. WRDW
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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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Heroes for Hope 5K Run/Walk
8:00 – 11:55 AM — Mill Village Trailhead - Augusta Canal — Registration fees apply — Unleash your inner hero at this vibrant 5K event supporting Child Enrichment.
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