Augusta
Morning News
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Garden City Rescue Mission has changed its name to the Garden City Gospel Mission—an update that reflects its ongoing work in Augusta by providing shelter, showers, meals and clothing on Fenwick Street while planning to expand its outreach. WRDW
- ➤ Augusta Greek Festival returns to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (953 Telfair Street) with gyros, Greek fries, baklava, music and dancing, and it runs through Oct. 5. WRDW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Augusta area residents experienced Xfinity Internet outages on Thursday — each cluster affecting at least 2,000 customers — and the company is investigating the network damage that caused the disruptions. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ Today the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 2025 Leadership Augusta Executive Forum from October 1–4 to help new chief executives and their guests learn about local opportunities and challenges in business, government, and nonprofit work. Participants—including representatives from healthcare, education, and energy—will use the forum to share ideas and plan ways to improve our community. Augusta CEO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Harry Jacobs Chamber Music Society will kick off its 35th season on Monday, Oct. 6th at 7 p.m. at the Grover C. Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre — its Augusta premiere featuring the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble. The season continues with a performance by Imani Winds on Nov. 23rd and will end with Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass on April 19th — honoring founder Jacobs. Augusta Good News
- ➤ Augusta will host the returning Greek Festival—featuring Greek food, music, and cultural traditions—that is expected to attract local residents and visitors. WRDW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents and families gathered outside Harlem Middle School to protest bullying and demand stronger mental health support after 11-year-old Aiden Lee died — local advocates warned that the school’s one-session annual prevention program has not kept pace with rising youth tragedies. WRDW
- ➤ Dr. Kendricks D. Hooker was named the new president of Augusta Technical College and will assume his role on January 2, 2026—he previously served as provost at Cabarrus College of Health Sciences. He succeeds Dr. Jermaine Whirl, who left to lead Savannah State University. The Augusta Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA data shows that most Georgia cities will see their first frost between November 7 and 16 this year — Augusta normally experiences its first frost by November 8. Historical records note frost in Augusta as early as October 10 and as late as December 20. The Augusta Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Masters officials announced that job applications are now open for positions at the 2026 tournament—local residents can apply for jobs at the event. Augusta CEO
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Tasha Page-Lockhart Concert
7-11 p.m. — Bell Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of contemporary gospel artist Tasha Page-Lockhart live.
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Augusta Symphony: The Music of Tony Bennett
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Miller Theater — $50 to $105 — Experience a spectacular celebration of Tony Bennett’s timeless music and captivating performances.
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Women of Rock and Soul
7:30-9 p.m. — Imperial Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the powerful impact women have had on music across genres like Jazz, Blues, and Soul.
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Bethel Music Night of Worship
7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — $28.65 to $93.65 — Experience a night of worship and ministry in a sacred space of unity and transformation.
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Little Shop of Horrors Screening
2-5 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free entry — Experience the classic film in a historic downtown venue known for creating lasting memories.
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USSSA Military Worlds Softball Tournament
8 AM - 1 PM — Diamond Lakes Regional Park — Check the website for details — Celebrate military skills on the softball field with teams from around the nation.
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Cinderella - A Ballet Production
7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Experience a magical ballet adaptation of the beloved fairy tale with stunning choreography and a cast of international dancers.
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