Good morning, Augusta.

Trammell Crow sold the Appling data center property for $475 million to an end user + the sale marks a major business transaction in the region.

A new Chick-fil-A drive-thru at 4329 Belair Frontage Rd. in Columbia County is hiring staff and managers and will open in January 2026.

The restaurant uses an Augusta address (30909) and takes over the site where a Steak n' Shake closed in 2023.

Royal Tea on Reynolds is featured this week in Dine and Dish, a local series that spotlights neighborhood dining spots.

The restaurant invites residents to try its fresh menu on Reynolds Street.

Augusta Symphony has named Sean Mooney as Development Director as it prepares for the 2026 Gala at Miller Theater.

He will focus on donor engagement and fundraising to build excitement for the upcoming event.

The Army Corps of Engineers invites community members to recycle their natural Christmas trees for fish habitat enhancement at Thurmond Lake through Jan.

18, 2026. Only trees without decorations will be accepted at drop-off sites in South Carolina & Georgia.

Residents in Augusta should plan ahead for New Year's as banks, local post offices, and trash pickup run on Dec.

31 but on Jan. 1 banks and post offices will be closed + trash pickup paused, while Priority Mail Express deliveries continue as scheduled.

Santa visited children at Wellstar Children's Hospital of Georgia on Dec.

25, 2025 — photos capture moments when patients met St. Nick during the festive visit.

U.S. News & World Report released a ranking of Georgia cities for retirees (published early today) with Smyrna topping the list and Augusta placed at 245, scoring cities on quality of life, value, and job market factors.

KPOP WARRIORS Live Show

6:30-8 p.m. — Columbia County Exhibition Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a world-class show full of K-Pop music, stunning choreography, and vibrant costumes.

K-POP GOLDEN SHOW

3-7 p.m. — Warren Road Community Center — Family-friendly event — Dance and sing along to your favorite K-Pop hits and enjoy dazzling performances.

Winter Blast Pickleball Tournament

All day — Dink'd Pickleball — Entry fee varies — Engage in thrilling matches at this exciting tournament in Augusta.

Winter Blast Pickleball Tournament

Jan 23-25 — Dink'd Pickleball — Entry fee required — Compete in a thrilling pickleball tournament in Augusta's premier indoor facility.