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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cuddles & Carriages, a new baby and children's clothing store, opens today at 11:00 a.m. in Evans at 400 Town Park Blvd., Suite 200-300 — the store offers a wide range of clothes and essentials, and the first 50 shoppers will be entered in a drawing for a UPPAbaby G-Luxe stroller while purchases of $50 or more qualify for a monthly $50 gift card drawing. Augusta CEO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that Augusta recorded a 4.3% unemployment rate in January (up 0.1 point from the previous month and 0.3 point above a year ago). The labor force grew to 266,447 workers while employed residents increased by 468 even though job numbers dropped by 3,000 from December. Augusta CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Whirl said goodbye to Augusta Tech staff and students after leading major changes and upgrades over five years—efforts that continued through the pandemic. WRDW
- ➤ Augusta Technical College and SRP Federal Credit Union launched the ATC Foundation Affinity Debit Card on March 21, which lets alumni, students, and supporters donate with every purchase. Funds raised from the card supported scholarships, faculty development, and other resources while the partners continued their work in financial education and community development — expanding the program's impact in the region. Augusta CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Augusta officials announced a plan to reopen city cemeteries that were closed after Hurricane Helene—efforts are underway to restore access for local residents. WRDW
- ➤ The North Augusta Department of Public Safety will cut the ribbon on its new headquarters & mark a new chapter for the department's service base. WRDW
- ➤ Yesterday, a federal court ruled in favor of Georgia by granting summary judgment in Coalition for Good Governance v. Raffensperger, dismissing a lawsuit that challenged SB202 election laws. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said the decision confirms that the state’s rules protect voter access and security—supporting strong measures for every eligible voter. Augusta CEO
SPORTS NEWS
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Operatic Performance by Tenor Nicklaus Porter
Tenor Nicklaus Porter, an accomplished operatic performer from Augusta, Georgia, showcases his talents at Newberry Hall, featuring a range of opera roles and his passion for music education.
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Dare to Tri Sprint Triathlon
9 AM – 2 PM — Fort Eisenhower — Registration fee required — Compete in a fun and challenging pool swim, bike ride, and run on base.
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Parson Road Concert
10:30 a.m. — Pine View Baptist Church — Free entry — Experience a heartfelt Country Gospel Worship featuring Parson Road Vocal Duo!
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Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Sacred Heart Cultural Center — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Neo-Soul classics under candlelight featuring artists like Prince and Childish Gambino.
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RnB Invitation Tour
8 PM – Midnight — Bell Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of R&B artist Joe in an unforgettable live performance.
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Concert by '68 in Augusta
7-11 p.m. — Grantski Records — Find tickets online — Experience a night of live music with '68 at this local venue.
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Comedy Night with Brad Sativa
8-10 p.m. — Savannah River Brewing Co. — Grab your tickets — Enjoy an electrifying evening of humor with Brad Sativa's sharp wit and engaging storytelling.
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2nd Annual Off-Broad Street Play Festival
Apr 18-26, 8 p.m. — Le Chat Noir — Check website for costs — Experience a night filled with diverse short plays from global playwrights at an intimate theatre.
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Earth Day Augusta 2025
10 AM – 3 PM — Phinizy Swamp Nature Park — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with family activities, local crafts, and green business vendors.
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AHA BLS CPR and AED Class
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — CPR Certification Augusta — Contact the organizer for refund details — Get hands-on training and certification for essential life-saving skills.
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