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The ongoing revitalization of Augusta’s urban core is helping transform the entire region. Keep up with the latest developments here.
5th Street bridge project getting closer to completion
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Downtown Augusta could be just a few months away from a new pedestrian bridge opening. It’s something that’s been in the works for several years. Continue Reading…
New businesses bring job opportunities for downtown Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – New numbers from Georgia’s Department of Labor show a hike in unemployment rates across the state. Despite this, officials say the labor force is growing. Continue Reading…
Try something new at Broad Axe Throwing
AUGUSTA, Ga. (The Augusta Press) – Nestled right in the middle of Broad Street is the aptly named Broad Axe Throwing. This axe throwing and hangout spot was formerly Source Code Escape Games, but the escape rooms have now gone away to expand the axe throwing operation. Continue Reading…
Sean Wight soon to unveil new restaurant concepts downtown
AUGUSTA, Ga. (The Augusta Press) – Augusta’s most prolific restaurateur will soon add two more entries to Downtown Augusta’s dining mosaic. Continue Reading…
‘Elevated diner food’: Brunch House of Augusta makes Yelp’s top 100 restaurants list
AUGUSTA, Ga. (Augusta Chronicle) – Nestled in the former Whistle Stop Cafe on Greene Street sits one of Augusta’s newest gems — although it’s bound to get a lot more attention after being named to Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S.. Continue Reading…
New Augusta fund seeks to aid groups helping children, seeking to end poverty
AUGUSTA, Ga. (Augusta Chronicle) – Allan Soto and Vinea Capital have always tried to do well by serving others, particularly adults with developmental disabilities and underserved children. But he knows there are others out there doing similar work, and he would like to support them as well through a new fund. Continue Reading…
Local brewery was happy to help raise money for cancer research
AUGUSTA, Ga. (The Augusta Press) – Although Savannah River Brewing Co. was closed Thursday afternoon, several of its employees and some guests were on hand for a special presentation. Continue Reading…
Downtown Augusta holding Christmas Decoration Crawl
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Parents, do you need something family friendly to keep the kids busy over winter break? Downtown Augusta has a downtown decoration crawl. Continue Reading…
Hometown History: The Augusta Christmas Parade
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Tree lightings, Christmas parades and other holiday events are in full swing right now. Continue Reading…
Holiday roundup: Decor, parade, tours and more beckon guests
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A couple of holiday events are brightening up downtown Augusta in coming days. Continue Reading…