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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gulf Coast Industrial held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 16 to mark the grand reopening of its Specialty Fireproofing and Coatings Facility in Augusta. The company rebuilt the 52,000-square-foot facility after a fire in Fall 2024 and added features such as two 15-ton overhead cranes and a 30-person training center. Augusta Good News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to shots fired around 10:39 p.m. on June 15 near Essie McIntire Boulevard (Luckey Street) and found 35-year-old Solomon Lanham unresponsive; he was pronounced dead at Wellstar/MCG ER at 11:15 p.m. The Augusta Press
- ➤ Authorities said an autopsy was scheduled Monday for a 4-month-old girl who died at an unlicensed day care in Columbia County after she was put down for a nap at 10:30 a.m. and was found unresponsive two hours later+ the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning is investigating the death. WRDW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A local preschool is raising money to help cover repair costs for its playground—damaged when Hurricane Helene struck almost nine months ago. The fundraiser aims to ease the financial burden from the storm's impact on school facilities. 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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