Augusta
Morning News
Sunday, October 27th, 2024
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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Augusta announces road closures on three busy routes next week for construction and repairs, urging drivers to anticipate delays and seek alternate paths. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ FEMA is hosting a job fair in Augusta to assist attendees with navigating USAjobs.gov, creating profiles, and building resumes, with no registration required. WRDW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Georgia has seen an 80% increase in gang membership since 2018, with law enforcement reporting gangs are behind 65% of the state's crime. WRDW
- ➤ Brad Burkham, 55, identified through fingerprints after being found dead in the Augusta Canal, with the cause of death still under investigation. The Augusta Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The VMRT24 Wearable Art Show in Augusta on November 2nd will feature art-infused fashion and performances, showcasing local talent and creative garments made from unconventional materials. NewsChannel 6
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Delta Air Lines is suing Crowdstrike for a July IT outage that grounded flights and is estimated to have cost Delta $500 million. WRDW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A month after Hurricane Helene, Kingston neighborhood in Augusta is still actively cleaning up significant storm damage. The Augusta Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FEMA commits to Augusta's recovery from Hurricane Helene's impact by setting up a local branch and hosting a job fair aimed at hiring around 200 people. Augusta Good News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta University men's cross-country team achieved their sixth consecutive Peach Belt Conference championship victory, while the women's team placed second. The Bell Ringer
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2024 WSL Basketball Registration Deadline
Participate in the Warren Sports Leagues basketball program, designed to enhance skills and foster character development for young athletes of all experience levels.
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JNSA Window Project Show - Emerging Artists Exhibition
Experience a professional gallery show featuring four emerging artists as they showcase their work in a public art installation at the Jessye Norman School of the Arts.
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Richmond/Columbia County Healthy Fair 2024
Learn about living a safe, healthy, and active lifestyle at this community-focused fair for all ages.
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Augusta Symphony Presents Mariachi Fiesta
Experience a vibrant evening of mariachi music featuring Mariachi Cobre, the official ambassadors of mariachi at Disney's Epcot, performed by the Augusta Symphony.
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Owen Riegling Live Performance
Experience the authentic sounds of Owen Riegling, a small-town artist whose heartfelt songs reflect his earthy roots.
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Ninja Running Challenge: 1M to Half Marathon at Mill Village Trailhead
Experience a fun, family-friendly running event with multiple distances and themed medals at Mill Village Trailhead in Augusta.
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Annual Holiday Market at the Marina
Experience a festive atmosphere with local vendors offering a variety of unique gifts, live jazz music, and family-friendly activities alongside the river.
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Lego Club for Children
Experience creativity and fun at Lego Club, where children can build and play with Legos in a supportive environment.
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Sesame Street Live: Say Hello
Experience a delightful evening with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and friends as they bring fun, music, and dancing to the Bell Auditorium.
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David Phelps – Speak of Love Tour
Experience the remarkable vocal talent of David Phelps as he supports his new album, 'Speak Of Love', in a live performance filled with emotional depth and musical excellence.
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