Good morning, Augusta.

Craig Scanlon became president and CEO of Club Car effective June 9, replacing retiring CEO Mark Wagner — and he returned to the company where he began his career in 1998.

His two decades of leadership, including 18 years at Polaris, positioned him to guide Club Car as low-speed vehicle trends evolve.

A 58-year-old man faces charges for concealing a death after the body of 59-year-old Cindy E.

Reese was found in a shallow grave under the 15th Street bridge near Riverwatch Parkway on May 20 at 5 p.m.—he was arrested on Wednesday by the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

Pamplin College students led by Dr. Melissa DeVelvis placed two new Georgia historical markers—one honoring educator William Jefferson White at Harmony Baptist Church unveiled on May 8 and another celebrating Augusta’s oldest synagogue, Telfair Street Temple, unveiled on June 8 after months of research and community collaboration.

The U.S. Army announced that Augusta’s Fort Eisenhower will revert to its original name as Fort Gordon — naming the base after Medal of Honor recipient Master Sgt. Gary I.

Gordon instead of its past Confederate namesake — as part of a nationwide effort to remove Confederate ties from Army installations.

Georgia lawmakers held their first House Study Committee meeting on the costs of smoking and listened to health advocates proposing to raise the cigarette tax to help cover Medicaid expenses — a move promoted amid federal cuts to tobacco prevention programs.

Dr. Michelle Au is leading efforts with some GOP support to raise the tax to 57 cents per pack — a measure that could generate hundreds of millions if enacted in the future.

Today the VA Augusta hosts a blood drive with Shepeard Community Blood on 15th Street.

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.

Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgan: Grits & Glamour Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan bring their hit songs and timeless charm in a captivating live performance.

Augusta Bounce House & Slide Festival 2025

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Georgia Carolina State Fair — Family-friendly activities — Dive into a day of fun with bounce houses and slides for all ages.

Bryce Leatherwood: Boom In The Park

5-9 p.m. — Evans Towne Center Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music and fun activities at the 25th Annual BOOM! in the Park.

Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Sacred Heart Cultural Center — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting Candlelight concert featuring the music of Queen performed by the Listeso String Quartet.

Summer Beach Party

7-11 p.m. — Miller Theater — VIP tickets available — Kick off summer with legendary Motown hits and a surprise guest performance.