Augusta
Morning News
Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two local groups in Augusta—SOC Ministries and Cutter’s Closet—are teaming up to give free, fixed medical equipment to people who need it. They repair donated supplies for local hospitals and also send equipment to help others around the world. NewsChannel 6
- ➤ The Beacon Bluff project is expected to be completed within the next month—as the CSRA gets ready to welcome thousands of visitors for golf week. WRDW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former Columbia County resident pleaded guilty to mishandling sensitive federal documents+ was sentenced to three years in prison+ fined $15,000 and ordered three years of supervised release, according to court officials. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ Augusta residents have received texts claiming an overdue toll fee that threaten legal action—cybersecurity experts and the FBI warn the scam is part of a coordinated cyber attack allegedly linked to actors in China. Residents are urged to delete these messages immediately to avoid exposing personal and financial information. WRDW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Augusta will pause storm debris cleanup this weekend for a tournament break; city leaders are lobbying in Atlanta for about $70 million—money needed to repair water systems and other public works. Debris Manager Steve Cassell said crews will resume work after the break. NewsChannel 6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health inspected local restaurants between March 14th and 20th and found many establishments earned perfect scores while some, including Jerk City Truck and Marco’s Pizza, were marked down for issues—such as uncontained hair, poor food storage, and dirty surfaces. The inspection results raise food safety concerns for restaurants in Augusta and surrounding counties. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ Kathryn Spradling, an endoscopic nurse, talked with people on March 25 as they visited an inflatable colon at a Wellstar MCG Health center to remind them to get screened for colon cancer—she urged screenings starting at 45 or sooner if there is a family history or symptoms. The display shows sections of colon tissue to illustrate possible problems and is part of national colorectal cancer awareness month. Augusta Good News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta Commission approved a zoning change on March 18 to rezone a 44.99-acre property on Mike Padgett Highway in south Augusta for 159 single-family homes + a 10-acre area set for commercial suites. The new plans require a minimum lot size of 4,000 square feet per home and will develop adjacent to the Northview neighborhood. The Augusta Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A new article ranks Masters champions by number of titles, listing winners from Jack Nicklaus with six victories to several golfers with one win — it reviews records that mark the tournament’s long history as fans look forward to the upcoming event in Augusta. The ranking offers local insight into a storied tradition in golf. The Augusta Chronicle
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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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