Friday, March 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today La-Z-Boy donated four chairs to Ronald McDonald House to help families feel more comfortable while staying near Children's Hospital of Georgia — the donation is part of an ongoing partnership to ease the stress of staying away from home. NewsChannel 6
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An alleged murder-suicide took place on Walnut Court Thursday morning when deputies found 71-year-old Keith Jones and his 67-year-old girlfriend Kathy Hydrick dead from gunshot wounds — law enforcement is investigating and reports no ongoing threat to the community. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sand Hills Neighborhood Association will unveil a commemorative sculpture honoring Masters Tournament champion caddies on Thursday, April 3 at 3:00 p.m. at the Sand Hills Community Center Grounds (2540 Wheeler Road) to celebrate the lasting contributions of local golf traditions, with local officials, artists, and community leaders set to speak at the ceremony. Augusta CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Board member Katie Allen sparked discussion about monthly budget amendments for Columbia County School District—her comments came ahead of upcoming hearings. The Augusta Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers at the state capitol are hearing testimony on automated school zone speed cameras as two House bills aim to ban or regulate their use. Local officials accuse private camera companies of focusing on profit over safety & note counties like Burke and Wrens have collected hundreds of thousands from citations. WRDW
SPORTS NEWS
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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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