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Monday, March 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CSRA Community-in-Action held a Guns Down event on Saturday in Augusta to urge residents to put down firearms—following reports that 10 people were shot and killed early this year. The event aimed to empower young people for future leadership with talks from local law enforcement and community groups. WRDW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ready Player One opened its taproom on Broad Street over the weekend in Augusta—featuring games, a bar, live music, and big screens for live sports. The pet-friendly business will stay open until 2 a.m. and invites locals to enjoy its unique setting. WRDW
- ➤ Local restaurants are preparing for Masters tournament crowds by stocking up and planning new features such as putting greens and possible golf simulators. Many owners have worked with suppliers to ensure every guest gets a true taste of Augusta—an effort aimed at making the visit memorable for out-of-town fans. NewsChannel 6
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ashlee Nicole Jackson, a 27-year-old from Hephzibah, was arrested on Friday for firing a gun into a hotel room at Quality Inn Augusta West that held three people—no one was injured—and she faces three counts of aggravated assault while held at Columbia County Detention Center on a $75,300 bond. WRDW
- ➤ On Friday, when Thomas Quattlebaum confronted three men riding motorcycles and a four-wheeler that were damaging his driveway on Corinth Drive, he was shot in each thigh and taken to the hospital—officers later arrested Chandler Roberts—and seized his handgun as evidence. WRDW
- ➤ On Friday, an EMS worker and a deputy were injured when patient Tyler Gress fought with responders while being transported to AUMC at the 13th and Greene intersection—Felicia Lambert suffered a shoulder injury and Deputy McIntire received bite marks before staff sedated Gress to treat his head injury. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Augusta University’s Maxwell Theatre will host the Hip-Hop Orchestra Experience at 7 p.m. April 1, where composer/pianist JooWan Kim and Ensemble Mik Nawooj will blend hip-hop with classical music in an underground setting—tickets are free for AU/EGSC students and cost $5 to $20 for others. Augusta Good News
- ➤ The Augusta Players will move into their new home in April as their lease ends on April 1 and rehearsals for 'Anastasia' and 'The Lightning Thief' begin on April 14—upgraded facilities now include new furnishings, special rehearsal flooring and designated areas for sets and props. The group will host summer acting camp and Camp Wonderland for children at the renovated Ellis Street space and plans a grand opening on Mother’s Day weekend. Augusta Good News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Augusta golfers will face off in the 89th Masters played from April 10 to 13 with 96 players in the field — one spot will go to the Valero Texas Open winner if not already qualified — as officials finalize the roster. The Augusta Press
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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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Gladys Knight Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — William B. Bell Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Gladys Knight performing timeless R&B hits.
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Augusta Symphony Concert: Star Wars
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticket Info TBD — Experience the iconic Star Wars movie soundtrack performed live by the Augusta Symphony.
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