Good morning, Augusta.

The Richmond County Marshal’s Office Charitable Fund will host its fourth Golfing Fore a Cause tournament on Sept.

25 at Mount Vintage Golf Club in North Augusta to fund Thanksgiving meals and Christmas gifts for families. Registration opens at 8 a.m. with individual entry at $125 and foursomes at $500.

Augusta Canal’s director Brian J.

Graham unveiled plans to boost local recreation with a new River Watch Village Trailhead behind Topgolf and Bass Pro Shops off River Watch Parkway, while scheduled repairs on canal sections will begin early next year.

The Salvation Army held a back-to-school giveaway for families by providing stuffed backpacks and clothing ahead of the new school year next week + local volunteers collected school supplies over the past month.

Light and Life Ministries also hosted a special party for children staying at the Center of Hope shelter.

Havird Usry opened Bradley’s Barbecue on Broad Street last week in a repurposed former bakery that still shows historic elements like booths from 1856.

The restaurant serves traditional Southern smoked meats and sides and operates Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Army veteran Antwaun Wade is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for his second Smoothie King inside Eisenhower Crossing (the Kroger-anchored center near Jimmie Dyess Parkway and Gordon Highway).

Giveaways and prizes will be offered while supplies last.

Shane Peterman began his role as CEO of the Augusta Players and Imperial Theatre on June 15.

He oversees a merger and capital campaigns while scheduling upcoming events like Darci Lynn on Aug. 7 and Ronnie McDowell on Aug. 14 at the historic venues.

The Georgia Peanut Commission has launched its Georgia Peanut Innovation Award with a grand prize of ($10,000); submissions for one free concept are due by Aug.

20, with finalists announced on Sept. 15 and the winner receiving the prize at the Sunbelt Ag Expo on Oct. 22.

Gas prices in Augusta stand at $3.80 a gallon today, which is lower than last week but still much higher than last month and last year.

Consumers in nearby counties face similar rises as global tensions limit oil supply and drive up costs statewide.

At Greenbrier High School on July 30—Columbia County School Superintendent Steven Flynt honored teachers for raising AP enrollment and test scores since 2021; student participation grew from nearly 3,000 to 5,242 with 81% scoring 3 or higher in 2026.

SRP Federal Credit Union unveiled its first mobile branch on July 24 in North Augusta, expanding access with a fully equipped financial center on wheels (offering ATM access, debit card services, and loan applications) to meet members’ needs in local communities.

Local barbershops are now offering blood pressure checks as the American Heart Association and Piedmont Augusta equip them with monitors and larger cuffs to help catch high blood pressure early.

Customers at shops like Jay’s Place Barber Shop can use these screenings during haircuts.

Strom Thurmond Rebels, defending their first Class 2A title in 20 years, will start the season at home against North Augusta as they adjust to the Lower State division (after graduating 17 seniors).

Cooper McMurray’s first professional grand slam and a five-run first inning powered the GreenJackets to a 15-1 win over the Fireflies Thursday night at SRP Park.

Relief pitcher Kade Woods and the bullpen provided key support to secure the victory.

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.