Good morning, Augusta.

Nearly 800 Georgia Power customers lost power on Wrightsboro Road near Forrest Hills on Tuesday, with restoration expected by 1 p.m. (772 were affected) and officials noting a heavy police presence during the outage.

Funeral arrangements have been announced for former Sheriff Richard Roundtree in Augusta.

A public viewing is scheduled Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, with his funeral service on Friday, Apr. 17 at 11 a.m. followed by interment at Noah's Ark Baptist Church Cemetery.

Nine Richmond County elementary schools get a $10,000 grant from the Generac Foundation today to expand STEM programs with hands-on robotics training.

The grant, managed by the Georgia Youth Science and Technology Center (which supports new robotics clubs and class tools), aims to boost student innovation.

GHD was selected by Georgia EPD to lead a water quality modeling program—designed to improve water assessments for regional planning and permitting decisions across the state.

At Augusta National, Rory McIlroy clinched his second Masters title by one shot over Scheffler after a record final round with six birdies on Friday.

His win sparks talk of a three in a row next year + promising his place among Masters legends.

At Augusta National, Rory McIlroy faced a tense moment on Sunday when his Whoop tracker recorded his heart rate rising to 135 BPM before dropping as he managed his shots — his sleep data showed over nine hours rest the previous night.

Georgia coach Kirby Smart defended quarterback Gunner Stockton yesterday after former NFL player Steve Smith sharply criticized Stockton’s play.

Smart said the team would get better with more experience, noting that Stockton helped lead the Bulldogs to an SEC championship and a playoff spot.

The Augusta GreenJackets won their season home opener at SRP Park on April 14 after pitcher Aiven Cabral struck out eight batters in six innings and the team secured a 4-2 victory over the Fayetteville Woodpeckers.

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.

First Tuesday Tech Talk Augusta

7-9 p.m. — Jessye Norman School — Free entry — Connect with local tech enthusiasts for discussions and hands-on workshops.