Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Great Clips is working with Wellstar Golisano Children’s Hospital to support the Children’s Miracle Network donation drive throughout October.
Donations at the register will stay local, helping purchase equipment and support services for families in need.
💼 Business
Mayville Engineering Co. is investing $30M to renovate the former Augusta Coating & Manufacturing building just outside Thomson, which will create about 140 jobs & expand production for data center equipment.
The 138,000 sqft facility is expected to boost annual sales by an extra $50M by 2028.
🎭 Culture
Sozo Bear Films’ documentary series Unknown now shows Augusta’s haunted landmarks and local legends.
Filmmakers spent a night at The Partridge Inn and visited the Gertrude Herbert Institute (they also explored the Augusta Canal), and the episode is available now on YouTube.
🎓 Education
On Monday, Hephzibah High School reported a campus safety incident involving three students (school officials quickly secured the area and are taking disciplinary and legal steps under student privacy laws).
Today, Goodwill in Augusta received a $1 million grant from BlackRock to expand skilled trades training at Helms College, aiming to boost enrollment from 240 to 640 students in electrician and HVAC/R programs.
The funding will equip labs plus add instructors to support new career opportunities.
🌲 Environment
El Niño is keeping the hurricane season quiet so far — marking the latest first hurricane formation since 1966, though experts warn storms may still form before Nov.
30. Residents should prepare emergency kits and review evacuation routes.
🏛️ Government
Augusta city leaders discussed new restrictions at Tuesday’s Commission meeting—addressing the proposed vape shop near Glenn Hills Elementary amid lingering questions on permits and social media speculation.
A stop-work order was issued earlier while the project underwent review, and officials may set future distance rules for such businesses.
The Augusta Planning Commission recommended approval to convert the closed Terrace Manor Elementary at 3110 Tate Rd into an adult daycare and after-school program for teens with disabilities.
The 52,000 sqft facility will have separate wings to maintain safety and comfort.
🏥 Health
PaceDay 2026 brought the community together today in a run, walk, and bike ride to honor loved ones and support cancer research — raising over $2.5 million for the Georgia Cancer Center since 2019.
📰 Lifestyle
Taj of India on Furys Ferry Road serves Indian cuisine adapted for local tastes as Ranjeet Singh offers dishes with a customizable spice scale and favorites like butter chicken.
The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday.
🏈 Sports
High school football games have varied EMT coverage, and a September incident at Westside High School in Augusta raised concerns among parents.
Officials stressed prompt care (especially for severe injuries) even as smaller districts face budget limits for consistent support.
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