Good morning, Augusta.

Golden Harvest’s Master's Table Soup Kitchen was nearing its usual drop in volunteer numbers — local organizers asked for more residents to volunteer and help keep the program running.

Jerome Burley, a 25-year-old from Augusta, was fatally shot before 9:25 a.m. Monday at the Landings @ 237 Apartments on Fox Trace in a neighborhood known for violent crime—he was taken to Doctors Hospital and pronounced dead at 9:26 a.m.

Authorities arrested Jaquez Sturgis in the largest methamphetamine bust in Augusta history after search warrants were executed at three locations on East Hale Street, Tybee Court, and Marks Church Road—recovering over 2,300 grams of fentanyl, 20 kilos of meth, a vehicle, 2 guns and nearly $18,350 in cash, with investigators saying additional arrests may follow.

Phaze 360 performed at Augusta Common on Sunday during the city’s candlelight music series—an event that will happen every Sunday until the end of September.

Augusta University College of Nursing graduated its largest ever cohort of 15 Doctor of Nursing Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner students on May 8.

More than 30 students have graduated since 2020 with a 100% certification exam pass rate—and many now work to ease Georgia's mental health professional shortage.

SRNS Education Outreach Programs awarded $75,000 in mini grants on June 2nd to 110 educators in the Central Savannah River Area and Orangeburg County + over $1 million has been given since 2009.

Nearly 25,000 students in 74 schools will get funds to buy STEM equipment and supplies + the awards support hands-on learning in classrooms.

Augusta National Golf Club is now accepting online applications for lottery tickets to the 2026 Masters Tournament and Augusta National Women’s Amateur with a deadline of June 20.

Winners will be notified by email in late July and ticket prices range from $125 on practice days to $160 on tournament days, with applicants allowed up to four entries for practice rounds and two for tournament days.

The Big Run Celebration

6-8 p.m. — SRP Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Global Running Day with a community of runners and walkers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Build The Band

7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Benefit event — Witness a musical showdown with local talents competing for the ultimate title in support of Habitat for Humanity.

Augusta Prep Basketball Camp

9 AM - 12 PM — Boardman Athletic Center — Cost Info Not Provided — Skill-focused camp teaching fundamental basketball techniques with dedicated instruction.