Good morning, Augusta.

Volunteers are invited to help restore the historic Augusta Canal Bulkhead Gates and Lake Olmstead area, meeting Saturday, July 18 at 9 a.m. at the Lake Olmstead Trailhead behind the old GreenJackets stadium on Milledge Road, with supplies provided by the Canal Authority & details available online.

On July 2, a neighbor’s call led animal control to remove 70-year-old Patsy Shepherd’s dog, Wishy, from her Providence Circle home after a failed behavioral test and fee barrier prevented its return.

She visited the shelter on July 4 but remains unsure of the puppies’ whereabouts.

CleanSpark secured a 20-year lease for its Sandersville campus with a global tech company; the deal is expected to generate $6.6 billion in revenue and includes a letter of intent for its 718-acre Texas portfolio (supporting up to 885 MW capacity).

Beanie Bens, a new breakfast taco spot on Georgia Avenue in North Augusta, serves Texas-inspired tacos such as the fan favorite San An Taco filled with bacon, egg, avocado & cheese and operates weekdays from 6 a.m. to noon and weekends from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Greater Augusta Arts Council will host a ribbon cutting for four new public sculptures at Pendleton King Park on Saturday, July 25 at 10:30 a.m. The free event marks the park’s first art installation since its reopening following Hurricane Helene and celebrates local talent.

Aiken County schools start July 20, and Augusta events offer school supplies for families preparing for the new school year.

Community gatherings include the 5th Annual Back to School Extravaganza at Warren Road Community Center on Saturday plus open houses in Richmond and Columbia counties in early August.

CSRA districts require families to update registration and bus details online (via district sites) by July 29 for the 2026-27 school year.

In Richmond County, elementary students return on Aug. 5 and others on Aug. 6, while nearby counties start between July 22 and Aug. 7 with early August open houses.

A new study shows that many local homeowners might face flood insurance gaps as hurricane risks intensify; experts urge reviewing policies to ensure adequate coverage before storms hit.

Mutual Health launched its virtual-first health share program in Georgia this month and offers members virtual care & at-home diagnostic devices, & flexible provider choices; nationwide expansion is coming soon.

The 30th Annual Peach Jam youth basketball tournament kicks off today at Riverview Park Activities Center.

The event is expected to draw thousands of visitors and boost the local economy.

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.

Ronnie McDowell's Red, White, and Blue Tour

7 p.m. — Imperial Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary Ronnie McDowell and his iconic hits in Augusta.

Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic sounds of Fleetwood Mac brought to life by a tribute band with over a decade of performances.