Augusta
Morning News
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Augusta officials extended the post-Hurricane Helene curfew to 10 p.m., reinforced a boil water advisory, and instructed residents on debris management during a recovery update. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ The HUB for Community Innovation is hosting a resource drive-thru event for Hurricane Helene victims on Oct. 4, providing essentials like food, water, and clothing. Augusta Good News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Georgia family tragically lost a mother and her newborn twins to Hurricane Helene when a tree fell on their home. WRDW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One individual succumbed to injuries following a shooting in Augusta, with a subject detained by the police. WRDW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia's Hurricane Helene death toll reaches 33, with 270,000 still without electricity, as Governor Kemp expands federal disaster aid and highlights widespread damage. Augusta CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House Bill 581, signed by Governor Kemp, alters local government revenue through adjustments in property tax processes, a new homestead exemption, and a local option sales tax for property tax relief. Augusta CEO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Augusta, Georgia residents are no longer required to boil their water as tests confirm it's safe for consumption. City of Augusta
SPORTS NEWS
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PHAZE 360 Band Performance at Augusta Common
Experience an afternoon filled with food trucks, vendors, mobile bars, cocktail classes, and live music featuring Augusta's own PHAZE360.
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Piedmont Augusta Pops! Series Featuring Augusta Symphony
Experience an evening of joy as the Augusta Symphony presents crowd-pleasing performances, including tributes to iconic artists and a collaborative showing of Star Wars: A New Hope.
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Jamey Johnson Concert
Experience an evening of soulful music with eleven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson at the outdoor venue in Evans Towne Center Park.
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Paul Rosewood Live Performance
Experience the captivating sounds of country music with Nashville-based artist Paul Rosewood during his live show at Dirty Boots Augusta.
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Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Experience a captivating evening of Halloween-themed music performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a beautifully candlelit setting.
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Keith Sweat Live in Concert
Experience R&B legend Keith Sweat performing live with special guests Brownstone at the Bell Auditorium.
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Three Dog Night Concert Celebration
Experience the legendary sounds of Three Dog Night as they celebrate five decades of music with their iconic hits.
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Trunk or Treat Community Event
Experience a festive Trunk or Treat event where you can gather candy from community members and local businesses in a safe and welcoming environment.
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Old Crow Medicine Show Concert
Experience the acclaimed Old Crow Medicine Show as they perform live, featuring their Grammy-winning hits and recent album 'Jubilee'.
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One Night Only: A Tribute to the Bee Gees
Experience a night of nostalgia with all of the Bee Gees' greatest hits performed live, including classics like 'Staying Alive' and 'Night Fever'.
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