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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tyler Lamont Preston, 20, was arrested Friday at McArthur Park Apartments in Augusta—he is charged with murder after he shot property manager Kameron Mason, 28 during a pool dispute, and a second victim remains in treatment at Wellstar MCG Health. The Augusta Press
- ➤ A woman named Lauren Fortner was arrested for a fatal head-on collision on May 7th when she crossed several lanes on Mike Padgett Hwy and struck Mark Pregel IV’s vehicle—killing him, as she was injured, charged with Homicide by Vehicle, and later released from Richmond County Jail. NewsChannel 6
- ➤ A man was arrested on May 25th after allegedly striking and killing 23‑year‑old Xavion Wimberly when he was trying to cross Deans Bridge Road at 3 a.m.—authorities recovered his car half a mile away and he now faces felony charges of Leaving the Scene of an Accident and Homicide by Vehicle while remaining in Richmond County Jail. NewsChannel 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Augusta Arts Council will host the 40th Annual Arts Awards Gala on June 20 at 7 p.m. in the St. Paul's River Room to honor local artists—guests will enjoy dinner by A Family Affair Catering and live music by L4Jazz as they celebrate 40 years of artistic excellence. Augusta CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting June 1, hunters can apply online for quota hunts that include youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl and dove — deadlines vary with July 15 for alligator, August 15 for dove and September 1 for deer while youth hunters now must be 15 or younger. The Wildlife Resources Division says selected hunters must be properly licensed to join the hunts. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Early voting is underway for Georgia’s Public Service Commission primary elections—voters in Augusta can cast their ballots at designated community centers from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. until June 13. Election day voting is set for June 17 and winners will move on to a special election on November 4 after a lawsuit delayed the original November contest. WRDW
- ➤ Georgia lawmakers are set to gather reliable data on data centers’ electricity and water use as part of a House committee created by Speaker Jon Burns to plan for the future. Experts reported that the 97 operating centers plus 19 planned ones use vast resources, which costs an estimated $300 million in lost tax revenue while providing few jobs — and several hearings are scheduled this summer. Augusta CEO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A research team at Augusta University received more than $4 million for cardiovascular research and will use the funds to study heart disease+the project aims to enhance understanding and treatment of heart conditions. WRDW
SPORTS 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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