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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ Burke County is hosting a blood drive this week—offering local donors a chance to help support Deputy White—and officials encourage everyone to donate if possible.  WRDW
  • ➤ Local schools, churches, and businesses are preparing to honor Deputy Brandon Sikes— a respected officer— with planned memorial events to celebrate his service and legacy.  FOX54

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ A shooting at an unpermitted pre-Cinco de Mayo event near Reserve and Ride Water Sports at 105 Riverfront Drive left one person dead and two injured Sunday night—local authorities are investigating and urging anyone with information to come forward.  The Augusta Press
  • ➤ Richmond County deputies are searching for Kieshea Pittman, 43, who was last seen at 8 a.m. Saturday leaving the 2300 block of Salem West Drive — she is 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighs 180 pounds, and has black hair and brown eyes.  WRDW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ Travelers at Augusta Regional Airport must show a Real ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of identification starting this week as the May 7 deadline nears for domestic flights and federal visits. Passengers without updated ID may use a passport—those needing a new document should schedule an appointment with their local driver’s agency as soon as possible.  WRDW

HEALTH NEWS

  • ➤ The Phi Chi Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Sorority — Inc. hosted its second Annual Youth Workshop themed Healthy Choices, Strong Minds on April 26, where students learned about mental health, vaping risks, and nutrition at WellStar MCG Health Science Building.  Augusta Good News
  • ➤ Doctors Hospital in Augusta announced more than $150 million in renovations that include $6.7 million to create Graduate Medical Education programs aimed at easing Georgia’s doctor shortage — the plan will add a vertical expansion over two floors, a free standing emergency room set to open in fall, and more than 110 new jobs.  The Augusta Chronicle

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • 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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • Augusta Anime-Fest

    10 AM – 5 PM — Columbia County Exhibition Center — Entry details not specified — A collector’s paradise for anime, manga, and pop culture fans featuring exhibitors and industry professionals.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • AHA BLS CPR and AED Class in Augusta

    10 AM - 1 PM — CPR Certification Augusta — Contact for pricing — Gain essential CPR and AED skills to meet workplace requirements with same-day certification.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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  • The Big Run Celebration

    6-8 p.m. — SRP Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Global Running Day with a community of runners and walkers.

    Wed, 6/4/25

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