Good morning, Augusta.

United Way of the CSRA and Commander Coffee launched Mission United Reserve on May 6 to support local veterans by donating 20% of each sale + provide employment, health and financial assistance at local resource centers; the campaign runs until July 22 at Commander Coffee on Jones Street.

God’s Grace Auto Repair is moving from mobile service to a permanent building + will offer low-cost repairs to local drivers.

The change provides a consistent spot for dependable vehicle service.

The Georgia Department of Labor reported that in March, Augusta’s job and employment numbers grew while its unemployment rate fell to 3.9% — a drop of seven-tenths from the previous month.

The labor force decreased slightly from last month but increased over the year.

Five local Scouts earned the Eagle Scout rank after completing service projects (including improvements at West Town Community Church and the patient closet at Piedmont Augusta Hospital) that enhanced community spaces and conservation, officials said.

Seventh-grader Diana Kate Gillooly from Thomas Jefferson Academy earned top honors by winning Master Showman at 4-H State Congress last July and Champion Commercial Heifer at the state livestock show in February.

After a Canvas hack on May 8, students at local schools experienced disruptions as officials reported ongoing technical challenges and partial restoration at campuses like Georgia Tech.

State education officials have implemented security measures + advised virtual school users to avoid the platform until a fix is in place.

Augusta University held its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Friday, May 8, at the Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center.

Graduates received diplomas as leaders and Brigadier General Jacob Middleton, an AU alumnus, spoke during the program.

Sixteen OFTC students received career-specific tools at the 27th annual TOOLS Program on April 15 at the college’s Dublin campus — the event was sponsored by The Louie and Evelyn Livingston Family Foundation and local donors to ease their transition into the workforce.

Georgia law states nonvenomous snakes are protected and only venomous ones may be legally killed; Augusta residents encountering snakes should leave them alone — most bites occur when people handle them.

Since April 15, the Augusta Aquatics Center has been closed to the public due to a fire alarm system issue, yet the Augusta-Aiken Swim League continues to use the facility under a paid arrangement that employs a fire marshal (costing $50 per hour).

On Wednesday, Rep. Rick Allen and other local lawmakers urged the War Secretary to halt plans to change Eisenhower Army Medical Center at Fort Gordon into an outpatient facility.

The Defense Health Agency confirmed the downgrade but said that key pharmacy services will remain available.

Before her major heart surgery, Piedmont Augusta arranged an inflatable pool in patient Akira Joy Hendricks’ room—enabling her time-sensitive baptism before receiving a left ventricular assist device; staff from several departments quickly worked together, and her recovery is now going well.

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.

Dinosaur Adventure

3:30 AM – 1 PM — Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center — Check website for costs — Families can experience an exciting dinosaur-themed adventure at this local favorite.

Mamma Mia! Movie Screening

2-4 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free entry — Enjoy a nostalgic screening of Mamma Mia! as part of the Movies at the Miller series.

IdleWild Style Augusta II

8 PM-12 AM — Central Station Event Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a vibrant night with live music from Kydd Joe and exciting choreography.

An Unforgettable Night of R&B Royalty

7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Experience a magical evening of classic R&B with Grammy winner Regina Belle and Keith Washington.

"Weird Al" Yankovic Live in Concert

"Weird Al" Yankovic — 7:30-9 p.m. — Bell Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the quirky humor and parodies of the legendary comedic musician.

Tom Papa's Grateful Bread Tour

7-10 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Catch comedian Tom Papa as he brings laughs and stories from his 25-year career in stand-up.