Augusta
Morning News
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food pantries in the CSRA have different rules for accessing food — visitors are advised to check local guidelines before going. WRDW
- ➤ Golden Harvest Food Bank is urging community help as the federal shutdown may disrupt SNAP benefits starting today. The food bank is working with local partners in 24 counties to boost food supplies and support families, seniors, and veterans. Augusta CEO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owner Kurt Mueller has opened his first brick-and-mortar location on Edgefield Road in North Augusta after years as a food truck, and he hopes to blend Texas, South Carolina, Georgia, and California flavors into his signature style. The restaurant is open Wednesday through Sunday—Mueller plans to expand his model for future franchising. WRDW
- ➤ Walmart completed its 16‑week remodel of the Supercenter at 260 Bobby Jones Expressway in Augusta—adding upgrades like new registers, renovated floors, enhanced bathroom lighting, an in‑store Dunkin', and a revamped pharmacy with a wellness room. The company held a re‑grand opening ceremony on Oct 31 at 9 a.m. Augusta CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Richmond County School Superintendent Dr. Malinda Cobb read to students at Garrett Elementary Friday during National Red Ribbon Week to teach drug-free living and the value of reading + principal Stacey Walk also spoke to guide healthy choices. WRDW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA and EPA report that the Earth’s average surface temperature has risen about 2°F due to human activities—climate change is causing more frequent extreme weather events like heat waves, drought, wildfires and stronger storms in Georgia. The Augusta Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia DOT warned drivers and pedestrians that with clocks falling back tomorrow at 2:00 a.m.—reducing daylight and lowering visibility—extra caution is needed to avoid crashes. The agency advises using flashlights and reflective gear while urging motorists to slow down on dark roads. Augusta CEO
- ➤ SNAP benefits are expected to go unfunded today, leading local food agencies to advise residents to visit food pantries for support—most nonprofits ask for valid ID and proof of residency. Golden Harvest is not open today and recommends calling ahead to confirm resource availability. WRDW
- ➤ Federal employees affected by furloughs or layoffs can access financial, food, and utility payment relief through national, regional and local organizations—help includes low or 0% APR loans, deferred payments, and fee waivers. Affected workers should gather required documentation and contact creditors to learn about hardship programs, with support provided by the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce and local partners like Golden Harvest Food Bank. The Augusta Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AARP Georgia released data showing that 24% of Georgia adults—about 2.5 million people—are unpaid family caregivers who face heavy financial costs as many pay out-of-pocket and report setbacks. The group is urging lawmakers for support and held a Halloween Happy Hour in Augusta on October 31st to honor National Family Caregivers Month. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Wellstar’s Children’s Hospital of Georgia held Halloween festivities on Halloween and staff with local organizations dressed in costumes to give candy and costumes to young patients who could not go door-to-door trick-or-treating. WRDW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta University men’s basketball team will open its season today at 1:15 p.m. in Lakeland, Fla. against second-ranked Washburn in the Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic — new players will step up as forward Evan Joyner is sidelined with a broken wrist. The Bell Ringer
- ➤ North Augusta, holding an 8-1 record, played Midland Valley, holding a 7-2 record, yesterday at 7:30 p.m. at Midland Valley High School — both teams fought to secure a higher playoff seed in their long-standing rivalry. The Augusta Chronicle
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Josh Johnson Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughs at the Josh Johnson comedy show in Augusta.
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Pandora's Box: The Ultimate Aerosmith Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Theater — VIP packages available — Experience the music of Aerosmith and Lynyrd Skynyrd live in concert.
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The Eras Retold - Taylor Swift Tribute
7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — $34.90 to $155.65 — Experience the magic of Taylor Swift's world with stunning performances and dazzling visuals.
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