Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ American Red Cross volunteers are assisting a Graniteville family whose home was damaged by a fire — the group is helping them secure safe shelter and start recovering. WRDW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ StandardAero held a grand opening at its expanded facility at Augusta Regional Airport on Thursday. The $33M project added 80,500 sq ft + a new hangar and engine shop at 1150 Hangar Road and brought 100 high-skill jobs to the area, according to Mayor Garnett Johnson. WRDW
- ➤ Smart TVs track what you watch and search to help manufacturers earn money from selling your data with your home IP address to advertisers—this post-purchase monetization helps keep smart TV prices low. You can control your data collection by adjusting the privacy settings on your device. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historic Augusta, Inc. will host a book signing featuring local author Dr. Joy Hughes Mallard on Sept. 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Boyhood Home of Joseph Rucker Lamar – 415 Seventh St. The Augusta Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A USC professor—an ecological geneticist who studied dogs at Chernobyl—said radioactive wasp nests at SRS might affect the local ecosystem in an interview published yesterday. WRDW
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Free boat inspections will be offered Monday at Scotts Ferry at Strom Thurmond Lake from 9—11 a.m. as boaters are advised to check their vessel safety before heading to the lake this Labor Day weekend. WRDW
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More Than The Masters Podcast Live
3-6 p.m. — Ikonz Sportsbar & Grill — Free entry — Experience an engaging live podcast recording focused on golf with special guests and discussions.
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WWE NXT Live Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Bell Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling matches featuring your favorite WWE NXT superstars live in action.
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Marshall Tucker Band Concert
7-9 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Experience the soul-stirring sounds of The Marshall Tucker Band with opening act George Pippen.
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The Ultimate Elvis Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Miller Theater — $43.01 to $86.41 — Experience a spectacular tribute to the King of Rock and Roll with electrifying performances and timeless hits.
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Jurassic Park Screening
2-4 p.m. — Miller Theater — General admission — Experience the classic adventure of Jurassic Park in a historic movie palace.
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Wine Women and Shoes
6-9 p.m. — Bell Auditorium — Support local charities while enjoying wine, shopping, and culinary delights.
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Arts in the Heart of Augusta 2025
4-10 p.m. — Augusta — $15-$20 — Experience vibrant art, music, and culture with over 100 artists and five stages of entertainment.
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Augusta Symphony - Triumphant Beginnings
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Miller Theater — $19 to $82 — Experience a triumphant opening night with orchestral masterpieces featuring guest artist Hyeok Kwon on cello.
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Reed Timmer: Storm Chaser Extraordinaire
7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticket prices may apply — Experience the thrill of storm chasing with America's most famous meteorologist and learn about his groundbreaking research.
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IRONMAN 70.3 Augusta
4 AM – 5 PM — Augusta Common — Participate in a challenging middle-distance triathlon event in a scenic coastal city.
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