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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Augusta’s Homeless Task Force is now reaching out directly to those in need; city leaders created the group in (2021) to help the homeless where they are. WRDW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will open in Augusta Friday—bringing its mix of frozen treats and grilled steakburgers to local diners. The business plans to offer residents a new spot for enjoying unique food options. Augusta CEO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An armed standoff in south Augusta ended peacefully Tuesday afternoon after over two tense hours when Richmond County SWAT deployed to detain 33-year-old Mason Meeks—who was seen with a handgun—and he later surrendered and was arrested on shoplifting charges. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Augusta Symphony plays the score for Star Wars: A New Hope live at the Miller at 7:30 p.m.—the performance will repeat on April 25th as the film is shown on a big screen. Augusta Good News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SRP Federal Credit Union donated over $66,000 at Tuesday Board of Education meetings using its Affinity Debit Card Program to support high schools in both Columbia and Richmond counties. Columbia County schools got $55,157.80 while Richmond County schools received $11,317.91 from transactions made in 2024. WRDW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A team of doctors at Augusta University’s Medical College of Georgia began Phase II tests of a new drug called EC5026 for spinal cord injury patients using a $3.2 million Department of Defense grant. They will recruit patients at Wellstar MCG Health over the next two months to see if the medication can safely ease chronic pain without the risk of addiction—offering new hope for those with limited treatment options. Augusta CEO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A local study committee said Augusta plans 10 new apartment complexes while fewer than 400 single-family homes were started last year—officials will use the report to guide future housing efforts. The Augusta Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Owen Carey hit his first professional home run which drove in three runners and gave the Augusta GreenJackets a 5-1 win over the Delmarva Shorebirds in the series opener. Pitcher Riley Frey kept the Shorebirds at bay until the seventh inning and relief by Cohen Achen helped seal the win—paving the way for the team’s early series control. The Augusta Press
- ➤ Children ages 6–18 in the Augusta area can sign up for a free one-year Youth on Course membership courtesy of Bank of America—this program will let them play rounds for $5 or less. Local courses include First Tee of Augusta, Bartram Trail Golf Course and Forest Hills Golf Club—enrollment will remain open until May 24. Augusta Good News
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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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R&B Unplugged
7 PM - 12 AM — Toaste — Tickets required — Experience soulful R&B music performed acoustically by talented artists for a chill night.
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AHA BLS CPR and AED Class
10 AM - 1 PM — CPR Certification Augusta — Contact for cost — Get hands-on CPR training and receive your certification card on the same day.
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Gary Allan Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Columbia County Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the signature blend of smoldering vocals and rebellious lyrics from country music's modern day outlaw.
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Ladies R&B Kickback 3
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Coheed and Cambria with Mastodon
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