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Monday, June 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At about 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sergeant Darrell Grooms rescued a father and son from a strong water current at the Lock and Dam behind Augusta Regional Airport — local good Samaritans also helped, and both were taken to the hospital for evaluation. NewsChannel 6
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ I-20 reopened Sunday in Aiken County after a fuel truck crashed and set off a fire that collapsed the Old Vaucluse Road overpass—closing the highway for miles until crews cleared the debris. WRDW
- ➤ Early Saturday, an overpass on I-20 in Aiken County collapsed after a tractor-trailer crash and fire that damaged the bridge beyond repair but no one was injured — SCDOT set up detours via I-520 to Jefferson Davis Highway and Robert M. Bell Highway eastbound and Edgefield Highway to Edgefield Road westbound, and demolition is underway with crews working overnight to clear debris by early this week. The Augusta Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 35-year-old man identified as Solomon Lanham was fatally shot at the Essie McIntire Bouvard and Luckey Street intersection late Sunday night — deputies arrived at 10:39 p.m., he was taken to Wellstar ER and pronounced dead at 11:15 p.m., and an autopsy has been scheduled as the investigation continues. WRDW
- ➤ 14-year-old Kendra Lindsey was last seen on June 8 at a Super 8 Motel in the 3000 block of Washington Road — she may have been wearing a white shirt and denim shorts and the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office asks anyone with information to call 706-821-1020 or 706-821-1080. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Augusta held its weekly Candlelight Music Series event Sunday night at the Augusta Common with musical guests EQue & The Crew. The summer series brings local and regional performers together every week at 7:30 p.m. WRDW
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Summer Beach Party
7-11 p.m. — Miller Theater — VIP tickets available — Kick off summer with legendary Motown hits and a surprise guest performance.
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Nike Jr. EYBL 7th Grade Championship
July 14-17 — Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center — Entry fees may apply — Watch young basketball talent compete for the championship title.
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