Augusta
Morning News
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army in Augusta faces a staffing shortage at its Center of Hope soup kitchen and is asking local residents for volunteers and meal donations to keep it running. The organization needs timely help to continue serving the community. WRDW
- ➤ Applications are open for the Toys for Tots program, which helps local families provide gifts to children up to age 19 during the holiday season — the campaign relies on community donations dropped off at local businesses. Coordinator Keith Phillips said the program faces a challenge finding gifts for older children — a call for age-appropriate donations continues as the holiday season nears. WRDW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Weaver D's, a well-known soul food restaurant on East Broad Street, is up for sale as owner Dexter Weaver plans to retire. A sign on the property states FOR SALE—he said this time it is for real, though the closing date remains unknown. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ Augusta Sportswear announced that its Columbia County store will permanently close at the end of the year — 93 of its 158 employees will be laid off, with the first separation scheduled for December 19 as reported by the Georgia Department of Labor. WRDW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at the Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School in Augusta were recognized in the National Merit Scholarship program—an honor that highlights their academic excellence—on Oct. 10. WRDW
- ➤ Family, friends, and colleagues of pilot Jason McKenzie established a memorial golf scholarship endowment in his honor after he died in a 2024 plane crash. AU will honor his legacy—its fund will support students pursuing higher education. WRDW
- ➤ Richmond County schools are celebrating National Pre-K Week this week by hosting community events and classroom activities that honor pre-K students—school officials say the celebrations highlight early learning. WRDW
- ➤ Augusta University celebrated the grand opening of the Center for Outdoor Recreation and Education after its renovations added new offices, an expanded lobby, and a bouldering cave. AU President Russell T. Keen, First Lady Karen B. Keen, and other leaders cut the ribbon while showcasing rental equipment and activity options that will help students build leadership skills. Augusta CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The SRS Community Reuse Organization partnered with Georgia Power and KB Advisory Group today to release a regional housing study covering eight counties that found job growth will require 16,256 new jobs and more than 17,350 new housing units by 2030. The report also shows shortages in affordable rentals and mid-priced homes—highlighting challenges with infrastructure and regulation—and local partners will host stakeholder meetings to discuss policy responses. Augusta CEO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of sailors, including youths and adults, will race sailboats at one of the largest regattas in the Southeast this weekend. The two-day event on the lake (featuring multiple races) will showcase competitive sailing. WRDW
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Little Shop of Horrors Screening
2-5 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free entry — Experience the classic film in a historic downtown venue known for creating lasting memories.
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USSSA Military Worlds Softball Tournament
8 AM - 1 PM — Diamond Lakes Regional Park — Check the website for details — Celebrate military skills on the softball field with teams from around the nation.
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Cinderella - A Ballet Production
7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Experience a magical ballet adaptation of the beloved fairy tale with stunning choreography and a cast of international dancers.
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