Tuesday, November 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Augusta, Georgia dedicates a utilities building to late Utilities Director Tom Wiedmeier in recognition of his impactful service and improvements to the city's water services, with a ceremony scheduled for November 20, 2024. City of Augusta
- ➤ The 'Feast before the feast' event provides hot meals for the holiday season, continuing its tradition of community support. WRDW
- ➤ Big Blue Marble Academy students in Augusta collectively raised $1,036.64 for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to support pediatric cancer research. WRDW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Augusta man was arrested for the murder of his 4-month-old son, following an incident where he admitted to hitting the child. WRDW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta CEO Briefing offers daily updates on business news in Augusta, aiming to enhance community engagement. Augusta CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Club Car collaborates with Martinez Elementary School to integrate STEM Design Program for 5th graders, fostering real-world applications of math, science, and language skills. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Augusta University has achieved its ninth consecutive year of enrollment growth, reaching a total of 11,584 students, marking historic growth across both undergraduate and graduate programs. Augusta CEO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 1 million cubic yards of tree debris have been cleared in Augusta after Hurricane Helene, with efforts hindered by weather, daylight changes, and the upcoming holidays, emphasizing the need for patience and multiple clean-up passes. The Augusta Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Recent health inspections in Richmond and Columbia counties reveal both perfect scores and violations among eateries, indicating ongoing efforts to maintain food safety standards. The Augusta Chronicle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Augusta Chronicle provides a detailed guide on which local restaurants will be open or closed on Thanksgiving, offering alternatives for those opting to dine out. The Augusta Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
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Experience a unique behind-the-scenes look at contemporary art curation while crafting your own charcuterie board inspired by the artwork at Westobou Gallery.
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Augusta, GA
Experience a hilarious interactive murder mystery dinner show where the audience helps solve a true crime mystery amidst a fantastic meal.
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The Grand Kyiv Ballet Presents The Snow Queen
Experience a romantic ballet adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, set to enchanting music by Grieg, Massenet, Mozart, and Vivaldi.
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13th Annual Aiken Turkey Trot 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
Experience a community-focused Thanksgiving run at the annual Turkey Trot, benefiting Toys for Tots while encouraging participants to dress up in festive costumes.
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The Nutcracker by Colton Ballet: A Holiday Tradition
Experience the enchanting holiday classic, The Nutcracker, performed by the Colton Ballet and celebrated as a family favorite since 1971 in Augusta.
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Father Christmas at Living History Park
Experience a festive day at Living History Park with Father Christmas, where visitors can make bird treats and capture memorable photos, despite some areas being closed due to hurricane damage.
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Promenade & Paint: Explore and Create Augusta’s Public Art
Experience a guided tour of Downtown Augusta’s vibrant sculptures and murals, culminating in a hands-on mural painting session led by local artist Baruti Tucker.
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A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland
Experience a holiday spectacular featuring traditional Irish music and dance, direct from its Off-Broadway season.
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Who's Bad - The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Experience a thrilling celebration of Michael Jackson's iconic music and dance with the renowned tribute band Who's Bad, featuring breathtaking performances and local opening act King Size.
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Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Comedy Tour
Experience an engaging night of laughter as Nurse Blake shares humorous tales from his nursing career in his new comedy tour 'Shock Advised'.
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