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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Zaxby's has brought back milkshakes after a seven year break and they are available in select Georgia locations including Augusta from limited outlets. The hand spun shakes come in vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and Birthday Cake+ they are on half price at $2.50 until June 1 and will be permanently on the menu this summer. The Augusta Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A deadly shooting at Integrity Apartments at 110 Integrity Drive on Thursday night left property manager Kameron Mason, 28, dead at 11:36 p.m., and another person injured—deputies said a dispute over pool use may have sparked the incident. The Augusta Press
- ➤ On Thursday night, Richmond County deputies arrived at MacArthur Park Apartments on Little Rock Drive at about 10:30 p.m.—they found two shooting victims, with 28-year-old Kameron Mason pronounced dead at 11:30 p.m. and another person taken to Wellstar-MCG for treatment while authorities scheduled an autopsy. The Augusta Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Augusta Arts Council will celebrate 40 years of honoring local arts with its 2025 Augusta Annual Arts Awards Gala on June 20 at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's River Room—tickets cost $65 for Arts Council members, $75 for non-members and $125 for couples, and winners include Christine Miller Betts for Lifetime Achievement, Steven Kendrick for the President's Award, and Barbara Feldman for Executive Director’s Visionary Leadership Award. Augusta Good News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ According to AAA, 1.38 million Georgians are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home from May 22 until May 26 with about 1.23 million planned to drive as state patrol monitors the roads. The Georgia Department of Transportation will suspend interstate lane closures from Friday at noon until Tuesday at 5 p.m. and officials advise travelers to drive early to avoid heavy congestion. WRDW
- ➤ Georgia DNR has shared boat safety tips for Memorial Day weekend at Clarks Hill Lake as boating season gets underway. They advise that children (under 13) must wear a life jacket and boat operators (born after January 1st, 1998) must complete a boating course, with a sober, licensed crew member required if alcohol is consumed. NewsChannel 6
- ➤ Hawthorne Welcher resigned Friday as the head of the Housing and Community Development department after being placed on leave for misuse of grant funds. The Augusta Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Drivers are urged to check car battery, tire pressure, engine oil and tire wear, buckle up, and avoid distractions as they hit the road this Memorial Day weekend. AAA advises that if fatigue sets in, motorists pull over at a rest stop + follow the move over law to help ensure a safe journey. NewsChannel 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Augusta University track standout Avery Jaynes became the first-ever Jaguar all-American by finishing fifth in the 10,000 meters on May 22 in Pueblo, Colo—he will run in the 5,000 meters today. The Bell Ringer
- ➤ The Augusta GreenJackets beat the Charleston RiverDogs 5-2 on May 22 using an early lead to notch their third straight win this week—now standing just a half-game behind the league leaders. The team will send Owen Hackman to pitch Friday as they aim to continue their winning run. Augusta Good News
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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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Kids Club at Top Dawg Tavern
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Top Dawg Tavern — $9 Tavern Burgers — Creative summer-themed activities and crafts await the lil' dawgs.
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2025 JoeFest Toy and Comic Convention
Jun 20-22 — Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center — Ticketed event — Dive into 20,000 square feet of pop culture collectibles and meet iconic celebrities.
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