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Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in the heart of Augusta have grown frustrated as the old jail site remains empty — no plans for its future use have been announced yet. WRDW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fundraiser for the family of a two-year-old killed by a car had raised nearly $4,500 by Monday evening toward a $10,000 goal after the accident occurred around 9:45 p.m. on a sidewalk at Allen Homes on Peters Road and the child was declared dead at Wellstar MCG—more than 100 donations contributed to the effort. The Augusta Chronicle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bayer was ordered to pay $2 billion after a verdict in a Georgia case linked its Roundup herbicide to cancer. Augusta CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Axel Adams Foundations held a scholarship gala Saturday to raise funds for students in pursuit of an education — the event aimed to support local CSRA students in continuing their studies. WRDW
- ➤ Fourth-year students in the AU/UGA Medical Partnership received their residency offers on Match Day at noon on Friday at George Hall—Tommy Johnston and Ashley Catanzerite matched as a couple with Wake Forest, and 70% of the Class of 2025 chose primary care and core specialties across 17 states and Washington, D.C. Augusta CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Brian Kemp signed two tax relief measures on Thursday after the Senate approved House Bill 112’s one-time rebates and House Bill 111’s tax rate cut from 5.39% to 5.19% retroactive to the start of the tax year—these bills aim to lower state income taxes for families and small businesses. The Senate also approved a bill that would let the GBI issue subpoenas in domestic terrorism cases to speed up investigations. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Georgia lawmakers are proposing a series of AI regulation measures that will require state agencies and local governments to publish their AI use plans—one proposal also seeks to criminalize using AI to create child pornography. Another measure would limit how businesses collect and use personal data while giving the attorney general power to enforce new privacy rules. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ Augusta postal workers protested against privatization of USPS at the post office on Wrightsboro Road Sunday—demonstrators gathered to oppose changes in the postal system. WRDW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Cher’s Sisters Only Club and the city of Augusta hosted a women’s health and beauty expo for local women+ the event offered options for health and wellness. WRDW
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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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Sports Playtime
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Imagination Station Children's Museum at Hickman Park — No cost specified — Engage in fun activities with your family at the museum.
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