Augusta
Morning News
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During Memorial Day weekend, game wardens warned boaters at Clarks Hill Lake that unusually low water levels exposed hidden hazards such as shoals & fallen trees. Boaters reported close calls while officials urged caution ahead of a busier July 4 outing. WRDW
- ➤ Wear Orange Weekend honors gun violence victims June 5–7. The series holds a panel at Broadway Baptist (6–8 p.m.) on June 5, a unity walk at Robert Howard Community Center on June 6, and a memorial at Jordan Grove Baptist Church on June 7. Augusta Good News
- ➤ Community members held Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 25 to honor the fallen, with events at the All Wars Monument in Augusta at 11 a.m., at Veterans Memorial Park in Aiken, and at Wade Hampton Park in North Augusta. WRDW
- ➤ VFW Post 12190 held a solemn observance to honor fallen vets on Memorial Day Monday, May 25 at the Market Pavilion & members of the Columbia County Young Marines presented the colors in a respectful ceremony. The Augusta Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two local fathers from India & Pakistan have partnered to own Pita Mediterranean Street Food after their daughters became friends at school. The restaurant, located at 630 Crane Creek Drive near Sprouts Farmers Market, has received strong reviews and county health inspection scores. The Augusta Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tony Award-winning musical SIX will run at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center from June 9 to 11, offering a lively mix of modern pop and Tudor history. The production features a talented cast and draws on its hit Broadway run to energize the local arts scene. Augusta Good News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clerk Erica Woodford will deliver the Hazel Dicken-Garcia keynote for the 34th Sachsman Symposium on Nov. 13 at the Jaguar Student Activities Center (Coffeehouse) at Augusta University. She will discuss Macon’s Enslaved People Project and share new archival findings from Bibb County records. The Bell Ringer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Phinizy Center researchers are working to restore the endangered Rocky Shoals Spider Lily along the Savannah River today & hosting guided tours to explain the conservation process. The Augusta Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Planet Fitness is set to offer local teenagers ages 14 through 19 free gym access with its High School Summer Pass program starting June 1 until Aug. 31, and teens under 18 need a parent or guardian to register. WRDW
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Planners have proposed The Reserve at Bartram to build 37 homes in Evans next to Patriots Park, according to a rezoning request. The Augusta Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The new Augusta ice hockey team will unveil its name and logo today at 6 p.m. at the Augusta Convention Center (doors open 5:30 p.m.) as it prepares to join the ECHL lineup in 2027, marking a return after a 13-year absence. The Augusta Press
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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.
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"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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Nike Boys Basketball Camp at Fox Creek High School
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Fox Creek High School — $329 for four days — Enhance basketball skills while having fun under expert coaching.
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Rebound Fitness Class
9:15-10:00 a.m. — Warren Sports & Fitness — No-show fee applies — Get fit with a ladies-only workout that energizes and empowers.
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