Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of June.
Good morning, Augusta.
Rotarians from across Georgia volunteered at Camp Tanglewood on Friday, June 4, 2026 to present a $50,000 check and work on construction, landscaping, and beautification projects after Hurricane Helen damaged the camp in September 2024.
Local organizations held a community care gun violence discussion at Broadway Baptist Church on Friday—groups such as Moms Demand Action and Grieving Families of Youth Violence met to address the issue.
They have scheduled follow-up events today at Robert Howard Community Center and Sunday at Jordan Grove Baptist Church.
Express TCG and Cardboard Castle Games will host Harvest Cup from June 12-18 — supporting Golden Harvest Food Bank through canned food and cash donations.
Exhibition matches will run June 21, 22, 24, and 26 at North Augusta, Harlem, and Cardboard Castle Games locations.
Evans Towne Center Park will host a Summer Beach Blast—a beach-themed celebration with sand, music and family fun—to welcome summer in the CSRA.
The event is set in the heart of Evans and offers families a festive start to the season.
Augusta marks America's 250th birthday with community events featuring fireworks, baseball games, re-enactments, art shows and guided tours that highlight this national milestone.
Educators from Georgia and South Carolina spent the week at the Georgia Cyber Center learning new ways to teach cybersecurity & computer science in a hands-on workshop.
The program equipped teachers with practical tools so students are better prepared for high-demand tech jobs.
Three students won scholarships from a local tech company to attend classes at iCode Augusta where they will learn robotics, coding, drone piloting, 3D printing and game development.
Three local students received scholarships to study robotics, coding, drone piloting, 3D printing and game development at iCode Augusta from tech company Premier Networx (six extra scholarships will be offered for iCode summer camp).
The Augusta Public Library is launching its summer reading program today at Dave & Buster’s from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features games, giveaways, a petting zoo and free books to inspire reading in children and adults.
Commissioners approved an accelerated schedule for downtown construction as work speeds up amid parking shortages.
The project may lead to temporary traffic adjustments as activities intensify in Augusta.
Augusta University nurses hosted the sixth annual AU-MNI Rural Health Fair Friday, June 5 at McCorkle Nurseries in Dearing.
Medical volunteers gave foot exams, blood pressure readings, and other screenings to more than 200 rural nursery workers and community members.
Local ball hockey fans in Augusta are keeping the sport alive by playing without an ice rink and building a strong community while hoping the new Lynx will boost participation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Build The Band
7-10 p.m. — Miller Theater — $34.65 to $84.65 — Experience a showdown of musical talent as local bands compete for charity in an exciting live event.
Tennis Camp
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Warren Sports & Fitness — Fees apply — Improve tennis skills and enjoy a fun, instructional summer camp experience for young athletes.
Music In The Park
7-8 p.m. — Maude Edenfield Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful outdoor concert series in a scenic park setting.
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