Good morning, Augusta.

Columbia County Parks, Recreation & Events will host the free Dancing with the Stars event on Saturday, Aug.

9, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Windsor Room in the Columbia County Performing Arts Center in Evans—participants 16 and older must register due to limited space.

Augusta deputies arrested Rodriquez Brown after he allegedly fired shots at a car carrying a baby near Peach Orchard Road and Woodward Avenue — investigators later recovered illegal drugs and an altered firearm from his vehicle.

Local performer makes his directorial debut with the new stage drama 'On the Other Side of the Jordan' set to open soon at Maxwell Theatre — the play, written by local playwright Samuel Williams, centers on themes of faith, fatherhood, and family.

Columbia County Chairman Doug Duncan announced he hopes to eliminate residential property taxes in the county—an initiative that could lead to changes in local government budgeting.

The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University got an $8.5 million grant from the Leducq Foundation for cardiovascular research — the funds will help a study to improve treatments for peripheral artery disease.

Health inspectors reviewed restaurants from July 11 through 18 and gave two establishments low health scores — both had issues with refrigeration.

Inspectors found moldy cheese at one location and a broken cooler at the other — managers plan to fix these problems soon.

On Sunday, Bradley Beal Elite won its first Nike EYBL Peach Jam Championship with a 75—55 win over New York Renaissance at Riverview Activities Center.

Head Coach Timothy Holloway said the seven-player team fought hard while JJ Andrews led with 20 points.

NY Rens and Bradley Beal Elite won their semi-final games on July 19 and advanced to the Nike EYBL Peach Jam Championship.

Former Westside High School player Javan Webb helped lead NY Rens — who played on July 20 at 10:30 a.m. at North Augusta Riverview Park Activities Center — in the final game.

The Pelicans used an eleven-run seventh inning to beat Augusta 14-2 in Myrtle Beach on July 20, sweeping the series with a night marked by errors and hit-by-pitches.

Augusta is off today and will face the Hickory Crawdads Tuesday at LP Frans Stadium—beginning a 12-game homestand next week.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.