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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 23-year-old man on a moped named Ammon Taylor died Tuesday after hitting another vehicle on the 1500 block of Brown Road off Mike Padgett Highway in south Augusta—he was pronounced dead at 2:13 p.m. at Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center. The Augusta Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Evans High School physical education teacher and assistant coach Jeremy Gantt (39) was arrested in Augusta on Sunday for DUI after being stopped for driving without headlights and was released on bond the following day. The Augusta Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 2, 72 undergraduate students from six AU colleges took part in the 26th annual research and fine arts conference at the Jaguar Student Activities Center. The event was led by the Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship—sponsored by the AU Chapter of Phi Kappa Phi—and students shared posters and oral talks while working with 41 faculty mentors. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Augusta University and most state universities in Georgia will keep in-state tuition unchanged so students and families can plan ahead without facing higher costs. WRDW
- ➤ Augusta University’s Career Services manager Amy Clemente offered job interview tips today to help candidates prepare by researching companies, practicing structured answers, and following up with a handwritten note—she stressed that strong nonverbal cues and networking can set a candidate apart. Clemente explained that interviews also let candidates decide if a job fits their needs and urged students to use every chance to build professional connections. The Bell Ringer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Patrick Reed finished third at the Masters today — his strong play moved him to No. 49 in the world ranking, which assures him a spot at the PGA Championship next month if he is not already exempt. He said his cold putter cost him a chance for the green jacket. The Augusta Press
- ➤ Augusta University sophomore Zoe Pinillos (from Peru) won the Southland Conference Golf Championship in San Marcos, Texas on April 16 and will compete in the NCAA golf regionals. She led the tournament from Day One with strong scores while the Jaguars finished fourth overall and Texas A and M Corpus Christi won the event. Augusta Good News
- ➤ Rory McIlroy won the Masters at Augusta National and joined the career Grand Slam as the sixth player to complete the feat—he now feels freer to chase more titles while preparing for upcoming majors. His win, coming after years of tough challenges on tour, marks a turning point in his career. The Augusta Press
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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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Do The '80s Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Whiskey Bar Kitchen — 25% OFF with code RAD25 — Relive the '80s with fun contests and vibrant themes in Augusta's nostalgic party.
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Children's Book Reading at The Morris
2-4 p.m. — Morris Museum of Art — Free entry — Enjoy readings from local authors and create your own book cover inspired by their delightful children's stories.
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Gaither Vocal Band Concert
7-11 p.m. — Bell Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience soulful performances by the Gaither Vocal Band featuring the voice of Chris Blue.
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Alison Krauss & Union Station Concert
8 PM — Bell Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful bluegrass sounds of Alison Krauss and her band.
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