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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Children met Santa at Launch Therapy Center during the Jingle in July event—organized with SOAR Academy—to join therapy activities and craft sessions that help build social and communication skills. WRDW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 30-year-old woman was arrested by the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office for allegedly carjacking a 2020 GMC Sierra and dragging a victim who broke his pelvis and ribs (incident at 3646 Wheeler Road in Augusta). NewsChannel 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival will relocate to the Savannah River area from September 19-21, featuring music performances, craft shows, food booths & family activities on several stages. Augusta CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Richmond County School System announced Friday that seven elementary schools earned awards for excellence in cursive writing as part of the inaugural John Hancock Award program—Bayvale, Belair, Goshen and McBean received the Ribbon of Distinction while Hephzibah, Lake Forest Hills and Richmond Hill earned the Proficiency Ribbon. The awards come as the state requires cursive instruction in grades 3 through 5 beginning the new school year and highlight teachers' efforts to preserve key writing skills. NewsChannel 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Education Department announced it will release $1.3 billion in previously withheld grant money to support after-school and summer programs in low-performing schools and high-poverty areas. Local groups such as the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta warned that programs may close if delays persist while legal challenges seek to free more funding. WRDW
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With triple-digit temperatures coming in the next few days, Bailey’s Comfort Services is adjusting its schedule to help customers without air conditioning and advises keeping fans set to counterclockwise until a cooler front arrives — the company also recommends avoiding frequent window openings and checking filters every 30 days to maintain peak performance. This guidance aims to help prevent system strain during the extreme heat. NewsChannel 6
SPORTS NEWS
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Mahjong Mania Camp
9 AM - 12 PM — Episcopal Day School — Supplies included — Learn the art of Mahjong with expert instruction in a fun, engaging environment.
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Augusta Captains Seafood Festival
1 PM to 5 PM — Augusta Common — Free admission — Enjoy three days of fresh seafood and live music in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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AugustaCon Summer 2025
10 AM – 5 PM — Columbia County Exhibition Center — Ticket details pending — Explore a variety of fandoms at Georgia’s premier comic convention.
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FREE Sundays at The Morris
12-5 p.m. — Morris Museum of Art — Free entry — Enjoy a cultural experience at Augusta's art museum on this special free Sunday event.
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Free Sundays at The Morris
12-5 p.m. — Morris Museum of Art — Free entry — Enjoy art and culture at no cost thanks to community sponsorship.
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PokeKon Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — Columbia County Exhibition Center — $20 — Discover the ultimate gathering for Pokemon collectors and fans of all genres at this vibrant one-day convention.
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Jammin' — A Night of Reggae
7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — VIP tickets available — Experience the spirit of reggae with The Legendary Wailers and Terence Young Project for a night of celebration and unity.
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Lilo and Stitch Movie Screening
2-5 p.m. — Miller Theater — General admission — Relive the magic of Lilo and Stitch at this beloved local movie palace.
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TechNet Augusta 2025
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center — Registration required — A three-day conference fostering collaboration between military and industry professionals on cyber challenges.
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