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Dr. Karen Carter received the Spirit of Special Olympics Award for 30 years of volunteer work with Special Olympics Georgia.

She led the medical team at games and helped recruit local medical volunteers—her work kept athletes safe at many events.

A new boutique on Furys Ferry offers local vendors a hub to sell their merchandise—budding entrepreneurs across the CSRA have a fresh space to showcase their wares in Augusta.

Business leaders from across the CSRA will meet at the Augusta Area Business Summit on Tuesday at First Baptist Church of Augusta.

The summit will feature speakers, networking opportunities & meals as professionals learn to grow their skills.

Orange Otter Toy Store on Georgia Avenue in North Augusta offers a unique range of toys for kids of all ages—local families can visit to explore its creative collection.

Richmond County Superintendent Dr. Melinda Cobb met with families Saturday morning in Augusta to discuss better school communication — she said a virtual town hall will soon address transportation and other issues.

The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office honored former Sergeant Mike Logue after he passed away from cancer, marking the end of nearly 40 years of dedicated service.

He retired in 2023—earning a Medal of Valor in 2014—and left a legacy of courage and compassion in the community.

Augusta University volleyball team swept Middle Georgia in straight sets at Christenberry Fieldhouse on Saturday afternoon—winning 25-19, 25-20, and 25-17 to stay undefeated at 9-0.

The Jaguars will host Lees-McRae later today at 5 p.m. at the same venue.

Augusta University’s women’s cross-country team finished second at the Peach Belt Championships on Saturday, Oct.

25th, trailing champion Flagler by 41 points. Senior Madison Thomas ran the 6-kilometer race in 18 minutes, 56.5 seconds — her third-place finish helped pace the Jaguars as North Georgia finished third.

Westside High School football stayed undefeated with a 44-27 win over Baldwin on Oct.

24—Patriots coach Cedrick Mason praised key third-quarter drives led by quarterback Jaylen Stone and four touchdowns by Tamari Curry. The team will meet West Laurens next Friday for the region title.

Doyle Campbell (a member of the Augusta Stars) won a silver medal at the Special Olympics North American Tennis competition on Oct.

17 at Hilton Head, S.C. He played two six-set matches while coach Vernon Broome (who mentioned more tournaments in the future) said this was his first appearance at the event.

Flagler’s men’s cross-country team ended Augusta University’s six-year hold on the Peach Belt Conference title with a 20-point win over the Jaguars on October 25 at Georgia College and State University’s West Campus.

The team had five runners finish in top spots while AU’s best runner came in third, marking Flagler’s first title since 2016.

Zero Zero Boo 2025

October 30 - November 2 — Dink'd Pickleball — Registration required — Compete in a festive pickleball tournament in Augusta, GA.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Augusta Symphony - Yacht Rock Classics

7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Theater — $50 to $105 — Experience smooth sounds of the ’70s and ’80s reimagined through orchestral arrangements in a nostalgic musical journey.

The Nutcracker: Magical Christmas Ballet

7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — $41.50 to $189.50 — Celebrate the season with a captivating holiday experience featuring Tchaikovsky's timeless score and delightful performances.

Augusta Anime-Fest

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Columbia County Exhibition Center — $20 — Experience a vibrant celebration of anime culture in Georgia's premier convention for fans and collectors.