Good morning, Augusta.

Tournament week brings an influx of visitors to local attractions and restaurants as Augusta gears up for a busy golf week — a boost that will energize the community.

All In for Miller Foundation launched a brick campaign to fund Miller House, a lodging for families with children in cancer treatment near the children’s hospital on Miller Street.

The house will finish by year end pending a permit, and a clay shoot on May 15 in Edgefield will boost fundraising.

Augusta mayor Garnett L.

Johnson will host the annual free and family-friendly reception today at Augusta Common (836 Reynolds St.) from 5 to 9 p.m. Presented by Amazon, the event features live music, local food stalls, children’s activities, and concludes with fireworks sponsored by Windsor Jewelers.

Family and friends will gather today at Augusta Mart on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard for a memorial + balloon release honoring the Millbrook twins, who disappeared in 1990 and whose 52nd birthday is marked as DNA tests on an unidentified Louisiana body are pending.

Surcheros will open its second restaurant on April 14 at 1102 Trust Ave (across from the Augusta Exchange), where the first 50 customers who scan their receipt in the app will win free burritos for a year.

The Greater Augusta Arts Council presented 'The Art of Music' showcase in which 10 musicians and 10 visual artists teamed for eight weeks to create art inspired by original songs.

The linked pieces appear via QR codes at the Augusta & Co. store and Visitor Center on Broad Street.

U.S. Rep. Rick W. Allen recognized winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition at his Augusta office today.

The first-place winner's artwork 'Southern Bell' will be shown in the U.S. Capitol while other finalists' pieces will be displayed in district offices.

During golf week, 20 Helms College students work in high-performance kitchens at local venues (at Edgar's Hospitality Group) to serve thousands of guests and build key skills in organization, time management, and teamwork.

Kate Thomas, a senior at Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School, was named a 2026 Georgia Scholar by the Georgia Department of Education, one of only 162 state recipients honored for academic excellence and community leadership.

The Augusta National Women’s Amateur moved into its practice round ahead of today's final round at the golf club, giving players time to fine-tune their game before the main event.

A capsule review of top golfers for the Masters outlines key players—Scheffler, DeChambeau, McIlroy, and others—and highlights their recent performances ahead of the tournament starting Thursday at Augusta National.

Golf fans can look forward to a competitive week at one of the sport’s most storied venues.

Champions Retreat Golf Club is undertaking major upgrades (including full-scale bunker overhauls and revamped practice facilities) during 2026 ahead of the 2027 Augusta National Women’s Amateur.

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.

The Music of The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit & The Rings of Power in Concert

5-9 p.m. — Imperial Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the orchestral magic of beloved fantasy soundtracks live in Augusta.

An Evening with Josh Gates

7-10 p.m. — Columbia County Performing Arts Center — Cost info not specified — Discover thrilling adventures with explorer and talk show host Josh Gates from Discovery Channel's Expedition Unknown.