Good morning, Augusta.

Goodwill of Middle Georgia and the CSRA is hosting its 12 Days of Thriftmas featuring daily deals, prizes, and giveaways from Dec.

13 — Dec. 24 at regional retail stores. Every purchase helps fund education and career training programs for local residents.

Bruno's Barbershop, named in honor of owner Jonathan Garza's late father, opened in Evans this month, offering five-star haircuts and complimentary coffee+hot chocolate at its Shoppes at Evans location.

Garza aims to become the top shop with services for both men and women and plans to expand his team.

Chris Davis was named the 2026 Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year Award winner at Augusta Technical College by Interim President Dr. Melissa Frank-Alston on Facebook Live.

He will compete regionally on March 4 at Central Georgia Technical College and could advance to the state round in Atlanta in April.

The Senate failed to renew expanded ACA tax credits, leaving some Augusta residents worried about rising health insurance costs when subsidies revert on Dec.

31 - many fear the original credits may not cover their medical needs.

A McDonald’s at 3357 Deans Bridge Road in Augusta scored 77 in Dec.

5–12 health inspections—inspectors noted missing hand soap and uncovered bacon that failed to meet safety standards.

On Nov. 28, AU doctors, a dentist and nursing students appeared in a halftime commercial during the Georgia versus Georgia Tech game — a spot showcasing cutting-edge research and life-saving treatments that highlight AU’s pledge to improve care for the community.

The Greenbrier girls flag football team won its third straight GHSA state championship on Dec.

15 by beating Jenkins in Atlanta & showed strong teamwork throughout the game.

Washington County lost 32-0 to Harris County in the Division I flag football title at Mercedes-Benz Stadium at 11 a.m. today, while Greenbrier edged Seckinger and will face Jenkins in the Division II state title game at 1 p.m. today.

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.