Good morning, Augusta.

Volunteers & Lowe's Red Vest associates will work on Tuesday, Oct.

6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1140 Merry Street to upgrade the outdoor space at Bridge Builders Communities International's Tiny Home Village, using a $100,000 Lowe's Community Impact Grant to create four pod plazas and serenity garden.

RCSS held a Doing Business workshop for local businesses and community members Tuesday, Sept.

29 at National Hills Learning Center - 1215 Northwood Road to share details on bidding, vendor registration, and upcoming opportunities. Attendees received a packet of reference materials and enjoyed light refreshments during the interactive session.

Evans High School sophomore Charlee Adams received the Inspiring: Future Award at Flowing Wells Theatre on Sept.

24 — the accolade honored her work as a Girl Scout while she builds a school troop and works toward the Gold Award.

Public high schools attained an 88.5% on-time graduation rate last school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education’s Monday announcement, continuing a steady statewide rise.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp suspended diesel and fuel taxes on Tuesday after regular gasoline averaged $4.19 per gallon on Monday.

Governor Kemp declared a state of emergency and suspended the motor fuel excise tax for 30 days starting 12:01 a.m. Sept.

29, also easing commercial vehicle weight limits to help lower pump costs. The order provides immediate relief to families, businesses and farmers.

Charles Kelley, a member of Lady A, was diagnosed with multiple myeloma after rib fractures prompted blood tests, his social media post said.

The Evans native remains hopeful and young as he begins treatment.

Homeowners are advised to seal cracks, check window screens, and secure small openings as fall pests begin seeking shelter with cooler temperatures.

The advice helps keep insects and rodents from entering homes, reducing damage and distress.

Thousands of athletes completed Ironman 70.3 on Sept.

27 in downtown Augusta, following a course from the Savannah River to finish-line celebrations.