Augusta
Morning News
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Augusta Recreation and Parks hosted a public meeting on Thursday at the Warren Road Community Center (300 Warren Road) to gather input on plans to enhance park and facility offerings for residents. WRDW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kroger is using its 'Local Makes Cents' campaign to mark Georgia-grown produce as local amid rising food prices. State Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper supports the effort to boost family-owned farms as branded tags appear this peak season, connecting shoppers with local farms + sustaining supply. WRDW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ United Way of the CSRA, with partners, is set to host Book Bash 2026 on Saturday, June 13 at The Hub for Community Innovation to distribute 1,500 book bags with books for students. The free event offers family games, food, and vendor resources — pre-registration is required to secure entry. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Evans High School held its graduation at Evans Towne Center Park on May 21, where graduates received diplomas and tossed caps as proud families cheered + the event marked a milestone for the students. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ March Mammal Madness debuts on Summerville campus at Augusta University—providing a bracket-style animal competition that gives extra credit and sparks science learning. Educators say the event will boost student curiosity about wildlife and behavior. The Bell Ringer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Old Vaucluse Road Bridge reopened Thursday after nearly a year off following a fire, and officials said the restored route will offer a safer option for local drivers. WRDW
- ➤ Georgia DNR announced the Vince Dooley Battlefield Trust Fund Program to offer matching grants for nonprofits and state agencies to protect historic battlefield lands. Awards are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must submit online applications plus provide a one-to-one funding match. Augusta CEO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors Hospital hosted a free Stop the Bleed event on Wednesday to teach community members lifesaving techniques for traumatic injuries in Augusta using hands-on training to improve emergency response. WRDW
- ➤ MCG student Puja Punukollu earned the John F. Beard Award for Compassionate Care on May 7 at a ceremony that highlighted her leadership in health and commitment to patient-centered care. The award comes with a $40,000 gift to support her work in advancing health equity. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Doctors Hospital honored EMS workers with a special lunch on Thursday (May 21) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in its employee courtyard to recognize their vital role during emergencies. WRDW
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ PFC Chance and Stacie Maldonado became the first residents of Pine Tree Terrace, a new Army housing community at Fort Gordon after cutting the ribbon on May 20. More families will move in early June as the neighborhood (a $431 million investment) is scheduled to complete by early fall. Augusta Good News
-
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.
-
Celtic Throne II - Psalter of Ireland
7-10 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying fusion of Irish dance, music, theater, and cinema showcasing the epic journey of Ollav Fola.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
~ Buddha
About Augusta Morning News
Welcome to the Augusta Morning News, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Augusta, Georgia community. If you like the Augusta Morning News, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Augusta.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Augusta and across Georgia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Augusta Morning News
A free Augusta community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://augustamorning.com/sitemap