Augusta
Morning News
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials in Augusta plan to repair a playground damaged by Helene — they say work will soon begin to restore the area. WRDW
- ➤ Augusta University will host the Holiday Maker’s Market at the Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center on Nov. 14 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event will feature handcrafted items from AU students, faculty, staff and alumni—spotlighting local talent—and registration is free for the AU community. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Google Maps shows clear, detailed images of homes and driveways—something that may allow criminals to study neighborhoods during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Homeowners can request to blur their house on Street View by reporting a privacy concern through Google, though the satellite view will still be visible. WRDW
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Augusta opened registration on Wednesday for volunteers to ring bells for its annual Red Kettle Campaign that funds local programs—volunteers and donations help pay for meals, housing, and utility assistance. WRDW
- ➤ The Georgia Initiative for Community Housing will hold a meeting today in Augusta to discuss affordable and quality housing—residents can learn about options and improvements during the event. WRDW
- ➤ Community leaders have proposed a vision called Augusta 2035 to revitalize the Garden City. Their plan aims to update services—promising a future with improved infrastructure for residents. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Backstage has compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Augusta. The list offers local actors a chance to see available roles — more details may be updated later. FOX54
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Richmond County students Justin Jones and Pilar McClain were named to the state's Student Advisory Council for 2025 to 2026 after being selected from over 1,200 applicants; they will advise on education policy and join service projects that support local schools with their first meeting scheduled in November in Atlanta. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Public colleges in Georgia awarded a record 82,607 degrees in FY 2025—boosted by student support programs that helped degrees grow 50.6% since 2011 while enrollment only rose 12.8%. The Augusta Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Augusta Transit unveiled 5 new electric buses—funded by federal grant money approved in recent years—and said more will be added later. WRDW
- ➤ Augusta Transit has introduced five new electric buses that will replace old diesel ones on Monday. Officials said a federal grant paid most of the cost and that the buses will lower upkeep expenses while reducing air pollution. The Augusta Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ VA Augusta is hosting White Cane Awareness Day to connect blind veterans and their caregivers with vital health services—aiming to reduce stigma around visual impairment. The event honors a cause established in 1964 to recognize those who are blind or visually impaired. WRDW
- ➤ The annual Miracle Mile Walk will return to Augusta on Saturday to support Piedmont Augusta’s Center for Breast Health Services during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The walk runs from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Augusta Common—proceeds will fund breast screening programs and the mobile mammography unit. WRDW
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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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18th Annual Black Cat Carnival
8 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. — Le Chat Noir — Tickets required — Enjoy free entertainment, games, and a unique Halloween experience at Augusta's premier block party.
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How Magic Meets Broadway
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Miller Theater — Cost not specified — Experience a dazzling night where magic and Broadway collide with world champions of magic.
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Zero Zero Boo 2025
October 30 - November 2 — Dink'd Pickleball — Registration required — Compete in a festive pickleball tournament in Augusta, GA.
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Gracewood’s Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat
5-8 p.m. — Gracewood Manor — Free admission — Experience autumn festivities with trunk or treating and seasonal fun.
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2025 Augusta Halloween Bar Crawl
4-10 p.m. — Tank N Taps Sports Bar & Grill — Tickets available — Celebrate Halloween with a spooky bar crawl featuring themed drinks and vibrant nightlife.
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Candlelight Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Sacred Heart Cultural Center — Tickets Required — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a unique candlelight setting.
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Grand Kyiv Ballet - Swan Lake
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Miller Theater — Tickets starting at $52 — Experience a stunning performance of Swan Lake by the Grand Kyiv Ballet.
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Home Free's Jukebox Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a night of fan-selected songs with the harmony and humor of Home Free.
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The Mighty Ducks Screening
2-5 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free entry — Experience a classic film and create new memories in a historic Augusta movie palace.
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