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Via Cognitive Health donated six rebuilt bicycles to Bridge Builder Communities on Oct.6 after members restored old bikes under the guidance of Phil Cohen (Chain Reaction Bicycles) to support young adults transitioning from foster care.

Community volunteers and Lowe’s Red Vest associates will renovate the serenity garden at Bridge Builders Communities International’s Tiny Home Village at 1140 Merry Street on Tuesday.

The garden, funded by a $100,000 Lowe’s Community Impact Grant, will help residents learn life skills and build relationships.

Accelecom joined Georgia's Rural Telephone and Broadband Association (GTBA) and the Broadband Association of Alabama and Mississippi today as a Platinum Associate Member, following its recent network upgrade in Northwest Georgia.

The company will work closely with local telecommunications leaders to boost rural broadband connectivity.

Melissa Blizzard, a Lewiston Elementary teacher and Grovetown resident, was honored on Wednesday in Nashville as a Country Music Association Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence – she plans to use her $5,000 stipend for new classroom instruments and further training.

Augusta University recorded 3,538 degrees and certificates in fiscal 2026, a more than 58% increase from 2020 that mirrors a statewide rise in college completion.

The record also boosts the local economy — AU supports roughly 12,325 jobs and $1.78 billion in economic output in the area.

Local emergency officials said heavy rain and gusty winds from a tropical storm — not as severe as a hurricane — will hit from Friday night to Sunday, causing flooding in low-lying areas.

The Red Cross and Salvation Army are on standby to help with food and shelter if needed.

NAMIWalks Augusta will return Oct.

10 with art, food & speakers to raise a $10,000 goal for local mental health programs.

Augusta’s Pinkapalooza will celebrate survivors and raise awareness of breast cancer signs this October.

Carolyn Byrd, founder of Reduce Your Risk, will speak to help community members learn how to spot early symptoms.

A Wellstar MCG Health nurse navigator from Augusta shares her journey after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 40.

Her story (with no symptoms or family history) aims to raise community awareness about early detection.

On Oct. 7, the FDA classified over 2,600 Intercon hand soap cases as a Class II recall in Georgia — consumers in homes, schools, and public facilities should check UPC numbers and lot codes because the products may be contaminated with bacteria that infect people with weak immune systems.

Georgia coach Kirby Smart is preparing his team for Saturday's game at Alabama against potential challenges from tropical storm Isaias.

Officials and meteorologists (including forecasts of heavy rain and gusty winds) warn that conditions may test the players.