Amanda King
Augusta Chronicle
Martinez, GA, United States
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Wreck on Central Avenue leaves one dead after vehicle catches fire
A 31-year-old Augusta man is dead after a single vehicle wreck early Saturday on Central Avenue. → Read More
Motorist dies in Columbia County collision on Washington Road Thursday
A man has died and a woman was injured in head-on wreck early Thursday on Washington Road. → Read More
State superintendent addresses book censorship, CRT, jobs on Columbia County schools visit
Georgia schools Superintendent Richard Woods visited Martinez Elementary, Stallings Island Middle and Lakeside High School on Thursday. → Read More
Six days a week: Augusta's Broadway star working full time to reprise Mozart to Motown
Russell Joel Brown is bringing back his Mozart to Motown concert to raise funds for his nonprofit, Boys with a Future. → Read More
From escape rooms to salt caves, Augusta has some unique opportunities for fun
If you're looking for a unique date night or an outing with friends, the Augusta area has a few options that might surprise you. → Read More
Columbia, Richmond county school COVID-19 numbers decline
After reaching record numbers, local school districts begin to see decline in COVID cases → Read More
'Stop the violence': Arbrie Anthony's father, community march to remember 8-year-old
Following the shooting death of 8-year-old Arbrie Anthony, members of the community gathered to remember her and shed light on the local violence. → Read More
Winter weather advisory for Augusta area begins Sunday at midnight
Several cities and towns in the Augusta area are under a winter weather advisory beginning at midnight. Freezing rain is expected in Thomson, Martinez, Evans, Augusta, Hephzibah, Aiken and North Augusta according to a notice from the National Weather Service. Ice accumulations may reach one tenth of an inch and winds gusts may get as high as 35 miles per hour. The advisory is in effect until 4… → Read More
Grovetown middle schooler starts homemade dinner and dessert business
A Grovetown Middle School student who's been preparing food since he was four, is starting a business, offering a weekly meal to go. → Read More
Got a New Year's resolution? Augusta professor offers 'S.M.A.R.T.' tips for success
An Augusta University psychologist weighs in on steps for more successful New Year's resolutions. → Read More
Foundation helps families living with HIV/AIDS with Christmas gifts, coats
Bridget Lynch started the Fatty Marsha Foundation after losing her sister to HIV in 2009 and taking in her son. → Read More
Wreaths Across America to be held this weekend. Here are the details.
Wreaths will be placed on the graves of veterans December 18, 2021 for the annual Wreaths Across America. → Read More
Don't miss Augusta native competing in Miss America contest Thursday night
An Augusta native will represent Georgia Thursday night in the Miss America contest. → Read More
1 dead from collision on Mike Padgett Highway
One man is dead after an accident on Mike Padgett Highway. → Read More
Burke County High School closed Friday after direct threat to principal
Burke County High School closed on Friday due to three threats since Wednesday. Including a direct threat to the school's principal. → Read More
Here are the road closures around the Augusta-area this weekend for Christmas parades
Here are the major roads and intersections will be closed due to Christmas parades in the Augusta area this weekend. → Read More
For Small Business Saturday, local shop owners tout customer service, personal touch
Augusta-area small businesses say Small Business Saturday is among best sales days of the year. → Read More
Most Augusta retailers opt to close Thanksgiving, but will be open early on Black Friday
Some stores are saving the holiday shopping rush for Black Friday, opening their doors as early as 5 a.m. Here's a listing of when stores are open. → Read More
Potential actors hit field for 'The Hill' auditions at Lake Olmstead; more extras needed
Filming begins in the Augusta area next week. Extras and vintage cars are still needed for the period film about baseball player Ricky Hill. → Read More
Visitors welcome again as Columbia County schools lift last COVID-19 mitigation strategy
Columbia County schools to allow visitors as COVID-19 cases decline sharply. → Read More