Good morning, Augusta.

Victory Baptist Church held its Back to School Bash Saturday, supplying hundreds of children with school supplies (including book bags), free haircuts, face painting and basketball tournaments.

Outreach Pastor Josh Tesch said the event supported local families.

TAP's community calendar offers a series of events this week, including city meetings, free family fun, and back-to-school giveaways scheduled from Monday through Saturday across Grovetown, Evans, Harlem, and Augusta.

Highlights include board games + local markets that keep the CSRA buzzing with activity.

The new Augusta Arena is under construction downtown and signals a renewed local spirit — with Coliseum Authority Chairman Paul Simon noting it reflects growing community confidence in Augusta’s future.

A candlelight vigil honoring the memory of Javeayah Harris was held Friday evening at Evans Towne Center Park starting at 6 p.m. Local community members brought stuffed animals + art supplies for a memorial tribute as prayers and an impromptu song joined the gathering.

Hawk Law Group hosted its third annual Back to School Bash on Saturday at Bell Auditorium, where children received school supplies and new book bags.

Organizers collected 500 donated bags and 150 via an Amazon wish list and will share extra bags on social media.

KidsStreet Urgent Care held a back-to-school drive on Saturday (July 11) in Augusta by giving away 300 backpacks filled with school supplies; the event also featured face painting, games, and prize giveaways.

Big Lots has reopened 13 stores in Georgia and now features an Augusta location at 2708 Peach Orchard Rd with job openings for full- and part-time roles.

The chain recovered after nearly filing bankruptcy and now operates with updated hours.

Augusta Symphony’s Community Chords program will host its fourth annual Music Therapy Showcase at the Miller Theater later this month (celebrating Disability Pride Month) with music promoting inclusion and self-expression.

Augusta University students used amateur radio during the ARRL Summer Field Day on June 27 and logged about 600 contacts.

The club’s exercise—similar to their work during Hurricane Helene—gave students hands-on practice in emergency communications.

Officers will enforce safe-driving laws during Operation Southern Slow Down from Monday, July 13 to Sunday, July 19 with a news conference in Augusta — part of a multi-state effort to reduce speeding and crashes.

Launch Augusta hosted its ninth annual health care camp at Augusta University on Saturday to provide students hands-on insight into over 25 medical fields.

The free event, supported by sponsors & donors, welcomed local students from 13 counties who rotated through clinic simulations and interactive demonstrations.

Coach Smart, who led Lucy C.

Laney High School's girls basketball program to over 1,000 wins and multiple state championships, passed away Sunday evening, leaving a lasting impact on the families and student-athletes he mentored.

Nike Peach Jam Basketball Tournament

July 14-19 — Riverview Park Activities Center — Admission TBA — Witness the pinnacle of grassroots basketball as top high school players compete for the championship.

On The Border - The Eagles Tribute Band

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Miller Theater — Ticket options available — Experience the classic hits of the Eagles performed live.

Abigail Lord Live Performance

Acoustic Set — Evening — Doc's Porchside — Cost TBA — Enjoy a night of live music featuring top hits from Country, Pop, and Rock.

National Treasure Screening

2-4 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free entry — Enjoy a nostalgic movie outing at the historic Miller Theater with a screening of National Treasure.

A Night of Soul Concert

8 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticket info available — Experience a soulful evening of music from talented performers.

Darci Lynne: Up Close and Personal Tour

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Imperial Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a high-energy performance with fan-favorite puppets and original comedy for all ages.