Good morning, Augusta.

Over 50 players and coaches gathered at Silver Bluff High School for the annual kids’ summer camp — held on July 26th.

The Augusta Boxing Club held a back-to-school drive on Saturday—families picked up free supplies to help children prepare for school.

Rayonta Whitfield said the club organized the event to support families who have limited funds for school supplies.

Eggs Up Grill opened on June 23 on Town Park Lane and owner Clarissa Knotts is planning to open a second location in Grovetown within the next year—she and her fiancé Kevin Patrick aim to meet growing local demand for breakfast and brunch.

Two new restaurants—Wingstop and McDonald's—opened at Eisenhower Crossing in front of Kroger Marketplace near Fort Gordon.

Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders plans a soft opening on Aug. 4 while Ms. Hibachi is still under construction as the area quickly grows with new apartment complexes and activity from Fort Gordon.

Richmond County deputies arrested a suspect in the Wheeler Road hit-and-run investigation from May — the incident critically injured a 27-year-old woman.

Local artists performed at the inaugural Homegrown Music Festival as organizer Burt Rayburn explained how the event started and shared plans for future editions — the celebration brought together local talent for a community-wide musical showcase.

On Friday and Saturday nights, the Greater Augusta Summer Troupe performed the comedic musical 'Urinetown' at the Performing Arts Center in Evans.

On July 25, Mayor Garnett Johnson announced plans to revitalize Augusta's riverfront by extending the Riverwalk, creating a nature trail, and rebuilding the unused Boathouse—demolition can begin immediately.

The project may use funds from a previous parking deck plan and a SPLOST 9 vote in November—construction is set to start in Quarter 2 or Quarter 3 of 2026 with full completion expected within two years.

Lakeside’s Hamilton Coleman won the U.S. Junior Amateur Championship on July 26th — making him the first Augusta native to win the 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.

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.

Rumours ATL - A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting harmonies and nostalgia of Fleetwood Mac's timeless classics performed live.

Brunch Live Music with Blue Lava

11 a.m.-2 p.m. — Top Dawg Tavern — $10 Mimosa Carafes — Enjoy acoustic tunes from Blue Lava while savoring a delicious brunch.