Good morning, Augusta.

Savannah River Site celebrated its 75th anniversary this year with Family Days that invited employees’ families to learn about the site’s mission, history and daily operations – a behind-the-scenes look at its work.

Harlem held its annual holiday market and twilight Christmas parade Saturday, featuring bouncy houses, petting zoos and shopping.

Locals enjoyed festive traditions + community spirit along the decorated streets.

Altared Doers Church delivered Christmas gifts to 51 children from 17 families during the holiday season through its Gifts of Grace toy drive to support families facing financial hardship.

Organizers plan to expand the program next year.

Houston firm Cloverleaf Infrastructure — operating as Piedmont DevCo LLC — has proposed the Pumpkin Center, a new data facility along Appling Harlem Road that is expected to boost Augusta’s tech infrastructure.

Saturday evening saw the Augusta Christmas Tree Lighting at Augusta Common, where the Hephzibah High School marching band played and attendees enjoyed a jolly train ride + vibrant fireworks.

Festive figures including Santa and the Grinch added cheer to the local celebration.

On Dec. 14, members of the local Jewish community celebrated Hanukkah at Evans Towne Center Park with children's games, songs, a menorah lighting, and a chocolate gelt drop assisted by Columbia County firefighters — the event also featured latkes, donuts and a pyrotechnic display.

Chris Davis, an automotive technology instructor at Augusta Technical College, was named the 2026 Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year on Dec.

12 — recognizing his role in mentoring future mechanics.

The Greenbrier High School community sent off the girls flag football team Sunday as a school bus with handwritten messages carried them off campus, ahead of their state championship game in Atlanta.

The team aims for a third consecutive title.

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.