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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WalletHub released its 2025 list evaluating 182 cities for family-friendly qualities—Augusta ranked No. 170 with a score of about 41%. Atlanta and Columbus performed better with scores of about 56% and 47% respectively. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ Golden Harvest Food Bank will nearly triple its summer efforts to feed 13 CSRA counties, saying its plan will bring more food to local families in need. WRDW
- ➤ A Soldier’s Journey Home is building a new home for a disabled veteran in Evans — volunteers are working on the project and the reveal will occur Saturday. WRDW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Augusta authorities arrested 26-year-old Robert Woods on May 28 on aggravated child molestation and aggravated sodomy charges after deputies responded to a sexual assault call on the 3300 block of Deans Bridge Road—he is accused of assaulting a relative. WRDW
- ➤ The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office reported that 77-year-old Betty Garnett was last seen at about 1 p.m. on May 26 on the 1800 block of Belmont Avenue in Augusta wearing black sweatpants, a red and blue Adidas T-shirt and brown slides - she uses a walker and anyone with information is asked to call 706-821-1020 or 706-821-1080. NewsChannel 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ARC's Musketeer Strike team beat San Marcos High School 3-2 on Thursday night in a best-of-five Street Fighter 6 match, earning a spot in the National PlayVS Cup Championship—this win shows they are one of the top high school teams in the nation. They will compete against the Science Academy of South Texas on June 4 for scholarship prizes, with $4,500 for first place and $3,000 for second place. WRDW
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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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