Good morning, Augusta.

MEGAH SoftWash is donating a complimentary cleaning (as part of its MEGAH on Mission initiative) to help the Augusta Boxing Club cope with budget cuts affecting its funding.

The donation lets the club redirect funds toward youth programs and athlete support.

Nearly 300 nonprofit leaders met at the Crowne Plaza in North Augusta yesterday for the Community Foundation for the CSRA's Nonprofit Summit.

The event focused on professional development and networking and featured speakers Catie McCauley and Karen S. Wells.

Georgia Power cut a deal to lower customers' bills by about $4 starting in June.

The move will ease energy costs for local customers in Augusta as they prepare for warmer days.

Helms College will launch a new Electrical Training Program at its Augusta campus in July as enrollment opens for students to gain practical electrical skills + meet rising local workforce demand.

Augusta Technical College will hold its 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, June 13th at Bell Auditorium with keynote speaker Dr. Tom Clark (a retired U.S. Army Signal Command Sergeant Major) in two sessions at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. that will be streamed online.

The Georgia Department of Education was selected for a national pilot program to share educator pipeline best practices & boost teacher recruitment.

GaDOE will partner with research centers and present its strategies in Washington, D.C. to enhance the state’s education system.

Governor Kemp signed eight education bills Tuesday, including the Early Literacy Act of 2026, which will add $70 million for literacy coaches in over 1,300 schools and begin student reading tests this summer while a separate bill will ban high school cellphones in the 2027-28 school year.

VA Augusta will host a job fair Saturday at its campus for job seekers interested in health care careers + the event aims to connect applicants with local employers.

The new Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center in Grovetown is set to open around August and is nearing completion, with a certificate of occupancy expected next week — the $380 million facility will bring training opportunities and economic benefits to the community.

Wellstar and Augusta University gave the media a first look inside the new Columbia County Hospital ahead of its opening later this summer.

Officials say the modern facility will boost health care services for local residents.

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.

Wild Woods 26: Through the Looking Glass

6 p.m. — Back To Nature Garden Center — $25, kids under 12 free — Experience camping, live music, and nature workshops under the stars at this unique festival.

Ferris Bueller's Day Off Screening

2-4 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free tickets — Enjoy a classic film in a historic venue as part of the community celebration.