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Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new Feeding America report shows that food insecurity is rising across Golden Harvest Food Bank’s 24-county service area — 1 in 6 people and 1 in 4 children face hunger, with Richmond and Hancock counties reporting even higher rates. Golden Harvest is expanding its network of over 325 partners to deliver food programs for children and seniors in both rural and urban areas. Augusta CEO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A family of five received help from the American Red Cross after a structure fire on the 3500 block of Prince Road Wednesday evening — firefighters tackled heavy smoke and visible flames, disconnected electricity, and reported no injuries as they determined an electrical cause. WRDW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Representatives of SRP Federal Credit Union presented nearly $290,000 from the 2024 SRP Affinity Debit Card Program to Aiken County Public Schools on Wednesday, with funds reaching nine schools that can choose how best to use the donation — each school determines its own spending needs. WRDW
- ➤ Nine students from John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School have been selected for the 2025 Georgia Governor’s Honors Program. Nearly 100 students were nominated and 60 advanced to state-level interviews based on applications, video auditions and in-person reviews (the program is fully funded by the Georgia Department of Education and the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement). Augusta Good News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Brian Kemp signed the Fentanyl Eradication and Removal Act on Monday to impose mandatory minimum sentences for trafficking 4 to 14 grams of fentanyl—offenders must serve at least five years in prison. Sen. Russ Goodman, who drove over eight hours to attend the signing, said the law targets dangerous sales that put teenagers at risk. Augusta CEO
- ➤ The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is asking Augusta residents, media outlets, and community groups to help reduce traffic fatalities and recruit more deputies after the tragic death of an 8-year-old on his birthday. The department urges the public to use social media and local news to spread its message—while interested individuals are encouraged to contact the office about law enforcement careers. The Augusta Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Augusta GreenJackets won 4 to 1 over Columbia on May 15 as Jacob Kroeger pitched a career high 4.1 innings—striking out the first five batters and keeping his scoreless streak intact. Starter Jeremy Reyes contributed a season-high seven strikeouts in 4.2 innings while the team added runs with late bullpen support. Augusta Good News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Kids Night Out at The Kroc Center
6-9 p.m. — The Salvation Army Kroc Center Augusta — $15 pre-registration, $20 same day — Parents can relax while kids enjoy a fun-filled evening of activities including swimming and games.
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Coffee and Cars Augusta, GA
12-3 p.m. — John H. Ruffin, Jr. Courthouse — Free admission — A casual car meet for enthusiasts featuring local rides and refreshments.
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Historical Marker Dedication for The Congregation Children of Israel Synagogue
2-3 p.m. — Augusta Jewish Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the new historical marker honoring the Congregation Children of Israel Synagogue with this community dedication event.
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Flatland Cavalry and Ian Munsick Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Bell Auditorium — Tickets TBA — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Ian Munsick and Flatland Cavalry.
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DAD GAMES 2025
11 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Augusta — Ticket required — Compete in a family arcade showdown and prove who is the ultimate dad!
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