Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of July.
Good morning, Augusta.
The Lucy C. Laney community held a vigil to honor late basketball coach Otis Smart, who died Saturday, July 11, as neighbors recalled his impact on local sports and education.
Coach Furley’s football camp drew about 600 campers at Laney High School Saturday morning; the free event, now in its eighth year, gave local youth a chance to learn football skills.
St. Augustine of Canterbury Episcopal Church will host an icon painting workshop Aug.
6-8 that teaches ancient art methods focusing on Jesus as Lord of History. The class runs 7-9 p.m. on Aug. 6-7 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 8 (taught by veteran Peter Pearson).
Georgia Power said its new measures will keep residential electric bills steady despite growth from data centers and manufacturers.
The company reassured customers today that expanding business and population will not push up costs.
Hospitals in the CSRA face an emergency blood shortage as Shepeard Community Blood Center has begun rationing supplies because of low donations; the center urges eligible donors to visit its centers open every day this week.
Toast the Event Bar on Broad St. faced a failing food inspection after inspectors found dead gnats on stored diced tomatoes (and other safety lapses) during an inspection from July 10–17; officials expect the bar to correct these issues promptly.
Frank Harris, a Columbia County landowner, has proposed Lost Horizon Glamping Retreat behind American Legion Post 192 to rezone 2.5 acres for a campground featuring 12 geodesic domes with modern amenities; the Columbia County Planning Commission will review the request on Aug.
6.
Florida Rebels won the 17U Peach Jam Championship with an 81-70 victory over Drive Nation on Sunday morning in North Augusta & tournament MVP Cayden Daughtry led scoring while local Grovetown native MJ Curry marked a historic win for the CSRA.
Carter Holton turned in his best start on the weekend as he pitched six scoreless innings to lead the GreenJackets to a 7 to 5 win over the Woodpeckers, snapping a five-game losing streak; they will travel tomorrow to face the Salem RidgeYaks at Carilion Clinic Field.
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.
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