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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 4-year-old named Harang Jeon died on July 15 after an accident at a neighborhood pool at Magnolia Valley Plantation in Evans—no foul play is suspected and experts now urge parents to watch their children closely around water. WRDW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 37-year-old Augusta man was taken into custody after breaking into his estranged partner's home on Old Barton Chapel Road and threatening her with a gun in front of her daughters around 6:21 p.m. Sunday—he fled the scene before deputies arrived and now faces multiple felony charges including terroristic threats, false imprisonment, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. The Augusta Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grammy-winning band Soul Asylum will perform at the Global Stage on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m. on the Augusta Common during the Arts in the Heart festival—Leon & the Peoples will open the show at 6 p.m. Augusta Good News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta Sports Council said Peach Jam boosted the local economy by $18.6 million as thousands spent on lodging and food — up from $15.3 million last year. WRDW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deputies from the Richmond County Sheriff's Office are hosting a basketball camp to connect with local youth. The event will offer training and activities aimed at strengthening community trust—officials said. WRDW
- ➤ Rep. Rick Allen announced that his staff will host Community Office Hours across Georgia’s 12th District during August to help residents with federal issues—such as FEMA, Social Security, Veterans Affairs and Medicare. The office hours will be held in CSRA communities on dates from August 4 to August 27—giving locals one-on-one help from dedicated caseworkers. WRDW
- ➤ City Administrator Tameka Allen proposed a SPLOST list valued at $420 million but added $100 million in new ideas for projects like affordable housing, blight demolition, and the Riverwalk even though $50 million in cuts were expected. Commissioners will meet again tomorrow to trim the list while the Convention Center requested $18 million to expand its meeting space + boost Augusta's economy. NewsChannel 6
- ➤ The Augusta Commission heard from the Coliseum Authority and the family of James Brown as they discussed the new arena’s name—debating if the facility should honor the late singer. The meeting will guide further decisions on the arena’s designation. The Augusta Chronicle
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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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Art of Words: Poets' Open Mic
5:30-7:45 p.m. — Aiken County Library — Free entry — Celebrate poetry with featured poet Tera Jackson and local talent in a friendly environment.
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