Good morning, Augusta.

On Saturday, Nov. 8, the 2025 CSRA Walk for Water will take place at SRP Park to raise awareness and funds for clean water worldwide.

Participants will walk a three-mile route carrying buckets—gates open at 8 a.m.—and the walk begins at 9:30 a.m. with free registration online.

The Central Savannah River Land Trust will host the Sugarberry Bash on Thursday, Nov.

6 at Sugarberry Hill preserve on 712 Blanchard Road in Evans. Gates will open at 4 p.m. with tickets priced at $100—fundraising to protect the 344-acre land in honor of the Dorn family legacy.

Saint Paul’s Church will mark its 275th anniversary with the debut of a special evensong at 5:30 p.m. on Nov 9th, and British composer Malcolm Archer, funded by a $25,000 grant, will conduct the service with the Saint Paul’s Choir while the public is invited to join a reception in the River Room afterward.

The Fab Four will perform at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center on November 8 to celebrate The Beatles’ film Help! with live renditions of its soundtrack and top hits.

The tribute band performs without backing tracks—drawing on decades of live national experience.

Augusta Amusements will bring The Malpass Brothers to Hardin Auditorium on November 8 at 7:30 p.m. for a night of traditional country music that will feature storytelling and comedy—drawing on inspiration from classic country legends.

Augusta Tech alumni expanded student opportunities after the October 24 Den of Distinction Celebration by announcing new scholarships including the Dr. Tamara Y.

Johnson Simmons Educational Access Scholarship and the Cooper Claus Scholarship Fund for firefighters’ families. The new awards — along with the Linda LaMarr Memorial and Dr. Lushunda Hurst scholarships — will help students cover tuition and fees and support careers in accounting and other fields.

Eight local schools took part in the eighth annual battle of the bands at Butler High School on Sunday, where teams from ARC, Butler, Cross Creek, Glenn Hills, Heaphzibah, Josey, Westside and Laney competed and students received over one million dollars in scholarships — special performances by other schools and colleges added to the event.

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review a draft proposal for a new Data Center district — a step aimed at updating county zoning to better accommodate growing tech facilities.

The review is part of the county’s ongoing planning efforts.

A Mexican restaurant in Harlem and a family restaurant on Peach Orchard Road failed health inspections due to unsafe food handling and sanitation issues — inspectors require staff training and immediate corrective actions to fix uncovered food and improper cooling.

Officials noted the violations may put consumer safety at risk if not promptly addressed.

A master gardener explains how to plant vegetables in November + shares clear tips on soil preparation and water management.

The advice helps local gardeners choose crops that will thrive in cooler weather.

Georgia football remained ranked No.5 in the US LBM Coaches Poll after beating Florida 24—20 on Nov.1.

The Bulldogs will travel to Mississippi State on Nov.8 at noon.

Augusta University’s men’s basketball team started its season in Lakeland, Fla. losing with a score of 101 to 53 against Washburn and 96 to 69 against Lubbock Christian on November 1.

Coach Dip Metress said the wake-up call showed the team’s inexperience and stressed the need to work inside the paint more — freshman Charlie McBeath scored 19 points in each game as the Jaguars prepare for upcoming contests.

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.

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.

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.

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.