Good morning, Augusta.

The Family YMCA of Greater Augusta will host its annual Duck Dash today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Savannah Rapids Park, supporting its A Place to Dream program to fund much-needed children's beds (the event features family activities like a trunk-or-treat and a petting zoo).

Augusta University & Savannah River Brewing Co. have partnered to launch Bell Tower Blonde Ale, a university-branded beer now on tap and in cans locally.

The beer will debut at Brew-N-Que on Oct. 16 during Parent & Family Weekend, with sales funding student-athlete scholarships.

Kroger removed Red Bull from its shelves on Aug.

31 due to supplier pricing concerns (165 local stores in Georgia are affected nationwide). Customers can still choose other energy drink brands like Monster and Rockstar in the area.

Shell Knox Berry, president and CEO of the Community Foundations for the CSRA, has been named to the board of directors for First Community Corporation today.

She will use her business+philanthropy+community development experience to help the bank grow.

The Greek Festival continues downtown with activities today from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (featuring authentic Greek food and culture), inviting locals to enjoy community celebrations.

A staff member was placed on administrative leave at T.W.

Josey Comprehensive High School after a physical classroom incident with a student on Wednesday. School officials are investigating the matter while keeping details confidential.

The Board of Regents named Thomas A.

Fanning as the new chancellor of the University System of Georgia today. He will begin his role on Jan. 1 and succeed Sonny Perdue, who will retire on Dec. 31 after decades of service.

Augusta University has shared tips on avoiding cyber scams like AI deepfakes & phishing emails to help protect its community.

The university reminds everyone of bi-annual Cybersecurity Awareness Training and urges verification of unexpected requests on digital platforms.

Grovetown Elementary’s Heather Cottingham has been named Columbia County Teacher of the Year for 2027 — she will advance to the state competition.

Residents can now use the Grow Back Project website to get tree selections and planting guidance after Hurricane Helene stripped the area of trees two years ago.

The site (created by UGA and local partners) lets homeowners see AR images of trees in their yards for a preview of replanting.

A Belair-area family warned local pet owners after two dogs died + a third became critically ill within hours, possibly due to a venomous snake or something placed in their backyard.