Good morning, Augusta.

Salvation Army of Augusta’s Red Kettle Campaign is short of $100,000 with 11 days left before Christmas Eve and urges donations to support programs like the Center of Hope, providing shelter + meals to over 900 residents.

Savannah River Mission Completion donated $5,000 to Golden Harvest Food Bank to help local families fighting food insecurity; Senior Vice President Steve Howell presented the check to support the nonprofit's efforts to source nutritious food for our community.

SRP Federal Credit Union is sharing holiday cheer in the CSRA by paying for people's fuel and groceries as part of its Surprise and Delight initiative; Culture Committee members visit local gas stations and grocery stores to offer unexpected giveaways with no strings attached.

Salvation Army of Augusta is preparing for its Angel Tree gift drive to support children in need this Christmas.

The group urges local donations to fill gift shortages and help ensure every child gets a present.

Local barber Jonathan Garza opened Bruno's Barbershop in Evans today near Walmart (former Great Clips) to honor his late father and create a cozy retreat for customers.

The Observance, a thriller shot locally in 2024, will make its theatrical debut on Friday, Feb.

13 at AMC theaters nationwide; local plans for a premiere are in the works (featuring a predominantly Augusta crew).

Grace United Methodist Church hosted a Return to Bethlehem event with live animals in downtown North Augusta on Wednesday; the festive celebration showcased traditional displays and community spirit.

Brentson Judon, a Design and Media Production student, was named the 2026 GOAL winner at Augusta Technical College and will compete regionally on March 4 at Central Georgia Technical College in Warner Robins.

He was chosen for his leadership as part of a statewide award program funded by KIA.

Students at Richmond County Technical Magnet School launched their 500th non-kit rocket on Dec.

12 at Thompson Farm in Augusta while collaborating with the Augusta Fire Department as part of the school’s ongoing STEM aerospace program since 2014.

Couples got married for free Friday at Richmond County Civil and Magistrate Court as part of the Winter Wonderland weddings program — the event allowed them to exchange vows without incurring typical costs.

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.