Good morning, Augusta.

On Oct. 3, 4,658 rubber ducks raced down the canal to raise $205,254 for Family YMCA’s A Place to Dream program that provides beds for children in need.

The fall festival at Savannah Rapids Park also featured games, inflatables and vendors for families.

The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce announced that Dr. Nichole Spencer has joined as the new Workforce Development Manager to guide workforce and education programs.

Spencer comes from Augusta Technical College and brings past experience from higher education roles to support local talent development.

Biscuit Belly is opening a new Evans location with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 4274 Washington Road & guests can meet the team and tour the new space.

The Augusta Choral Society will open its 76th season on Oct.

17 with a concert that features works by Bach, Purcell and Martines — selections spanning the Baroque and Classical periods.

Candlelight Jazz — South Augusta Sunset Edition will take place on Sunday, Oct.

11 at Cambridge Neighborhood Park with Niki Haris headlining an outdoor jazz picnic starting at 5:30 p.m.; a limited pre-event Plant and Sip runs from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. for a $35 add-on.

Accounting Night at Hull College of Business in Augusta gathered local accounting students at Jaguar Student Activities Center today where employers discussed internships & career paths while students showcased their resumes.

Scott Stevenson, Augusta University chief audit officer, was announced as the 2026 recipient of the Abram J. Serotta Award.

A tropical system in the Gulf is expected to develop soon, and southeastern Georgia may see increased showers and thunderstorms from Friday night into Saturday.

Forecasters say the storm's track remains uncertain, so residents should monitor local updates (NHC reports a tropical depression could form in the coming days).

The Apartment Association of Greater Augusta is hosting Tee Off Fore Tatas on Oct.7-8 to raise funds for breast cancer research at Georgia Cancer Center.

The kickoff includes Boobie Bash today at 5th & Fire and a golf tournament tomorrow at Mount Vintage Golf Club.

PepsiCo recalled over 122,000 cases of 28‑ounce Gatorade due to undeclared Yellow No. 6 and Yellow No. 5, including products sold in Georgia.

Shoppers are urged to check lot numbers (per the FDA list) before drinking.