Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
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🏘️ Community
Two hundred golfers gathered at Woodside Country Club on Monday, Mar.
30 at the 30th Annual Triple Crown Golf Classic to support two local nonprofits. The charity event raised funds to help meet community needs.
🚧 Accidents
On Monday, Mar. 30, a Graniteville resident who survived a house fire shared their experience with local reporters, fueling discussion on boosting fire safety measures in the area.
📰 Economy
Augusta Regional Airport workers will receive one-time bonuses for handling extra duties during golf week as the city prepares for a surge in visitors.
🎓 Education
At its meeting, the board approved new names for a college & career academy at T.W.
Josey and for an elementary school at Barton Chapel. It approved selling the John M. Tutt Middle School to Westminster Schools after students move to Langford-Tutt Middle School in the 2026–27 school year.
Richmond County School System is accepting kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year.
Families with children turning five by Sept. 1, 2026 (not in the RCSS Pre-K program) should contact their zoned school for registration details.
📰 Lifestyle
Pedal Pub Augusta is a tour company offering bike tours that serve as moving parties downtown (owned by Charity Jones) and plans to continue blending fun with local celebrations.
🏈 Sports
Augusta University women's and men's tennis teams clinched wins over ranked Lincoln Memorial Sunday at Newman Tennis Center — the women won 4-0 and the men rallied for a 4-3 win before preparing for today’s road match and Saturday’s home test.
The Masters runs April 9-12 with tee shots at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday and a Par 3 contest on April 8 at Augusta.
Scheffler is the betting favorite in a 93-player field that includes past champions + debutants, with course tweaks and a new Player Services Building.
Experts predict the Masters 2026 may see around 8,580 putts as 93 golfers compete in Augusta while fantasy fans can join a free contest that offers daily prizes and a grand prize of golf gear - details are available on the official Masters app.
🎉 Augusta Events
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Stand-Up Comedy by Steven Ho
8-11 p.m. — Miller Theater — $39 to $59 — Laugh out loud with former ER Technician turned comedian Steven Ho as he shares hilarious healthcare tales.
Heroes for Hope 5K Run/Walk
8:00 – 11:55 AM — Mill Village Trailhead - Augusta Canal — Registration fees apply — Unleash your inner hero at this vibrant 5K event supporting Child Enrichment.
Katy Nichole and Claire Leslie Concert
7-10 p.m. — Miller Theater — VIP doors at 5 p.m. — Experience a night of honest music with Katy Nichole and special guest Claire Leslie that showcases faith and authenticity.
Justin Hayward Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — VIP packages available — Experience the iconic voice of Justin Hayward with classics from The Moody Blues.
Dink’d Pickleball Invitational 2026
April 23-26 — Dink'd Pickleball — Not specified — Compete in a spirited pickleball tournament in Augusta, Georgia.
Sacred Heart Garden Festival 2026
10 AM – 5 PM — Sacred Heart Cultural Center — Admission details not specified — Celebrate spring at Augusta's cherished garden festival featuring vibrant blooms and local traditions.
Augusta Symphony Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Enjoy an evening of symphonic music with Augusta's primary professional orchestra in its 68th season.
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