Good morning, Augusta.

SRHP Films’ horror thriller Holy Father earned festival wins including best thriller honors and best actor for Eric Roberts, while its next film Holy Son is set for production in Augusta in 2027 — a project that continues the trilogy made entirely with Georgia’s filmmaking talent.

A new SmartAsset study finds that a single adult in Georgia now needs to earn $100,714 a year to live comfortably—an increase of 1.1% from last year.

The study also shows that a family of four needs $214,573, placing the state roughly in the middle nationally.

Gas prices are up this week to an average of $3.79 per gallon, which marks an 88-cent increase from last year.

AAA says global oil market uncertainty is driving the rise.

Starting this fall semester, Paine College is accepting applications from former students who paused their education due to financial hardship, offering a debt forgiveness program that will clear unpaid balances to help them return and complete their degrees (applicants must meet eligibility criteria).

Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia and the CSRA earned a three-year CARF accreditation for its Job Connection Career Centers, effective through April 30, 2029.

This accreditation confirms that the centers meet international standards and continue to deliver quality employment and career services to community members.

CSRA College Night returns to Augusta for 9th-12th grade students to meet recruiters and win scholarship prizes.

The event is on Thursday, Sept. 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Augusta Convention Center (admission and parking are free) and offers seminars and college advice.

Many students using newer USB-C school devices can have trouble charging with older phone chargers; parents are advised to check charger wattage and opt for adapters with Power Delivery — a simple fix for keeping devices powered.

Richmond County students will show off STEAM projects in a community showcase on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the HUB for Community Innovation (631 Chafee Ave), where attendees can see robotics demos, technology activities and creative arts stations that support college and career readiness.

At Augusta University freshman convocation on Monday, Aug.

17, the new Class of 2030 gathered at Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre to hear President Russell T. Keen and Provost Maggy Tomova share steps for success. The ceremony featured a symbolic cellphone flash, a pie announcement, a group photo, and lunch.

During Tuesday evening’s meeting, Richmond County School Board reviewed new Georgia laws set to affect school policies on device use, traffic safety, math instruction and financial oversight + recognized 16 schools for PBIS while Board Member Venus Cain paid tribute to her mentor Charles Walker Sr for his impact on the community.

Former state senator Charles Walker died Tuesday morning at home (Augusta’s first African American Senate Majority Leader) leaving a lasting legacy in public service; funeral details will be announced soon.