Sunday, April 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 61-year-old man named Tracy Waddell was shot in the head on the 900 block of Broad Street on Saturday, April 19th as bars closed—and he died later at WellStar MCG at 3:30 p.m. NewsChannel 6
- ➤ A Columbia County deputy was killed and another injured Saturday on I-20 during a traffic stop near Belair Road as officers pursued suspect James Blake Montgomery—who is being sought by multiple agencies following his alleged actions. The Augusta Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Westside High School students celebrated prom on April 25 at the Julian Smith Casino in Augusta—marking a memorable night for the students. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ On March 6, an email informed students that Augusta University was awarded $99.8 million (from funding championed by Governor Kemp) to build a new research facility. President Keen said he and his team secured the funds to expand research and support programs at the university. The Bell Ringer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Harlem High School girls' soccer team extended its win streak to 16 games with a 10 to 0 win over North Clayton on April 24 while the baseball team improved to 31 to 0 after winning two playoff games against Mount Zion on April 25. The baseball team will face Whitewater in a best of three series starting May 1—Harlem soccer will take on Oconee County in the second round on the same day. Augusta Good News
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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
8-10 p.m. — Bell Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening of soulful R&B music performances.
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Coheed and Cambria with Mastodon
8 PM — Bell Auditorium — Ticket prices starting at $42 — Experience a night of progressive rock and metal with two iconic bands.
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