Augusta
Morning News
Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Registration for the James Brown toy giveaway for children ages 1 to 11 opened Saturday and will reopen next Saturday at May Park (9 to 11 a.m.), with the giveaway set for Dec. 20 at 8 a.m.; families need a state ID, Social Security card, and birth certificate for each child. WRDW
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Augusta held a Christmas market Saturday at the Kroc Center (supporting local vendors from the Harrisburg community) where visitors enjoyed sweet treats, music, and local goods. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Augusta Training Shop, a local nonprofit, will be featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show airing Thursday. The appearance highlights community talent (spotlighting local pride) as viewers look forward to a fresh perspective. WRDW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Augusta University announced its keynote and student speakers for the December commencement ceremonies — scheduled for Dec. 10-11 at the Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center — setting the stage for the upcoming graduations. The Augusta Press
- ➤ OFTC nursing graduate Heidi Rachels, who faced multiple rejections for the RN program, now teaches high school dual enrollment Nurse Aide classes in Augusta and plans to earn her BSN while inspiring future nurses in the community, showing that determination & support drive local success. The Augusta Chronicle
- ➤ Professor Hubert van Tuyll from Augusta University recalled the 83rd anniversary of Pearl Harbor — a significant day in history — and discussed the attack's events and effects. His account offered a factual review of a pivotal moment in national remembrance. The Augusta Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Friday morning, the Economic Development Authority of Columbia County closed the sale of rezoned properties in Appling & along Morris Callaway Road to Atlanta developer Trammell Crow for a combined total of over $78 million, with proceeds set to fund future local economic projects. The Augusta Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Southwestern beat Augusta University’s women’s basketball team 59-54 on Saturday, Dec. 6 at Christenberry Fieldhouse (handing the Jaguars their first Peach Belt loss this season); they will face USC Beaufort on Dec. 10 and Georgia College on Dec. 13. The Bell Ringer
- ➤ Georgia football blocked an Alabama punt in the first quarter of the SEC Championship game on Saturday, Dec. 6 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The play set up a drive that resulted in two touchdowns and gave the team a 14-0 lead before halftime. The Augusta Chronicle
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ELMO AND FRIENDS SAY HELLO
6-7:30 p.m. — Columbia County Performing Arts Center — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a delightful evening with beloved characters and joyful interactions.
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Clue Live On Stage!
7:30-9 p.m. — Columbia County Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Enjoy a hilarious whodunit mystery inspired by the classic board game and movie.
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Chelcie Lynn Live
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Miller Theater — $36.70 to $64.50 — Experience the comedic genius of Variety’s Top 10 Comics To Watch in a night of laughter.
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The Nightmare Before Christmas Screening
2-5 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free entry — Experience the timeless magic of a holiday classic at a beloved local movie palace.
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — VIP tickets available — Experience thrilling circus artistry set to your favorite holiday music in a winter wonderland.
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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
4:15-5:14 p.m. — Sacred Heart Cultural Center — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed in a stunning candlelight setting.
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