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Animal rescue groups in the CSRA are seeking foster and permanent homes for shelter animals during the holiday season.

Augusta Technical College received a $3,000 Nourishing our Neighbors grant from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to support local feeding partners and nutrition education.

The college said the funding will ease food insecurity among students and community members.

Sheriff Eugene Brantley hosted his first Shop with a Cop event on Thursday, Dec.

11, at a local store, inviting community members to shop with officers + strengthen ties between law enforcement and neighbors.

Savannah River Mission Completion donated $5K to Golden Harvest Food Bank to help local families with food insecurity & boost efforts to distribute nutritious food in communities across South Carolina and Georgia.

The contribution supports ongoing partnerships with local agencies.

Forbes released its annual ranking of Georgia’s best employers on Dec.

11, 2025, highlighting top firms like Chick-fil-A and Delta — the list also featured Gerald Jones Auto Group from Augusta among the top 25.

Dennis Skelley, president and CEO of Georgia Rehabilitation Institute, was honored on Dec.

1 in Atlanta as one of 2025’s Governor’s Awards for the Arts & Humanities recipients, recognized for launching Augusta’s first Public Art Master Plan and funding local art projects.

Augusta University held its undergraduate commencement ceremony yesterday at 10 a.m. at the Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center, where state Rep. Jon Burns delivered the keynote address & Landon Gilbert served as the student speaker.

Richmond County School District hosted a food distribution on Thursday to support families during the holiday break when school meals were unavailable — volunteers quickly handed out over 200 meals early in the morning.

A report of a student making a threatening comment at Grovetown Middle School led administrators and police to investigate the incident (Principal Stitcher advised parents to discuss the serious consequences with their children).

Augusta-Richmond County EMA reminded residents today to prepare for colder weather by sharing home safety tips and local support resources - including shelters and warming centers.

The notice highlights methods to protect both homes and vehicles with guidance on winter readiness.

Sen. Jon Ossoff warned Thursday that without changes to the Affordable Care Act, many Georgians would face higher health care costs with half a million losing coverage and over a million paying double premiums, putting local patients battling cancer and diabetes at risk.

AAA projects 3.8 million Georgians will travel at least 50 miles from home between Dec.

20 and Jan. 1, setting a new record as holiday travel rises nationwide with more car and air trips + lower gas prices, so travelers should plan ahead and consider travel insurance amid winter risks.

Greenbrier flag football will play in the state title game against Jenkins on Monday, Dec.

15 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (1 AMB Dr NW, Atlanta) as they seek a three-peat after overcoming key roster changes and a challenging regular season schedule.

Augusta University's Layne Witherspoon was named honorable mention all American by the American Volleyball Coaches Association after leading her team with 346 kills in a 25 to 9 season.

Graduate student Avery Jaynes set a new Peach Belt indoor 5K mark at the BU Sharon Colyear-Danville Season Opener on Dec. 6.

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.

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.

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.

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.