🌱 Gas Leak At Health Science Center + New Child Development Center

Hi Augusta! Like many of you, the Patch staff is taking some time off for Memorial Day, so you won’t see this newsletter in your inbox for a few days. We’ll be back soon, but in the meantime, here’s what’s happening in and around town this weekend.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Breezy with showers around. High: 61 Low: 53.
• Sunday: Cloudy and cool with a shower. High: 72 Low: 59.

Here are the top three stories today in Augusta:

1. The Downtown Health Science Campus at Augusta University experienced a gas leak. The significant leak was caused after a vehicle hit a gas meter. Several buildings in the area have been affected, including the research corridor facilities. (The Augusta Press)
2. A new bill has been proposed by Senators Jeff Ossoff and Raphael Warnock to authorize the construction of a child development center in nearby Fort Gordon. Bill S. 1623 follows a bipartisan push to allocate $21 million for the project, which will be set to expire at the end of the fiscal year. The new legislation would allow the U.S. Army the ability to continue working on the project through October 2024. (The Augusta Chronicle)
3. To commemorate Memorial Day, the Augusta community is honoring the service of 11 African American veterans by decorating their tombstones with medallions and flags. Previously, these veterans' final resting places were not appropriately recognized. However, members of the Augusta community took it upon themselves to rectify this oversight and pay tribute to these deserving individuals. (WRDW)

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This weekend in Augusta:

Saturday, May 27

• Sip And Paint Brunch Fundraiser At The Holiday Inn Express (11:00 AM)
• Memorial Day Bowling Tournament At Bowlero (12:00 PM)

Sunday, May 28

• Memorial Day Fireworks At 5th Street Marina (7:00 PM)
• 2023 Candlelight Music Series At Augusta Common (7:30 PM)

Monday, May 29

• Trivia And Happy Hour At 875 Broad Street (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Just a friendly reminder that all Augusta city offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 29. However, Augusta Land Fill will remain open. (Augusta Georgia Government via FaceBook)
• The Augusta Fire Department is teaming up with the Burn Foundation of America to collect donations benefiting local victims. They will be present at the Augusta Mall and Wal-Mart on Wrightsboro Road on Saturday. Community members are encouraged to express gratitude and support by joining the event, engaging with the fire department, and making generous contributions to fund vital patient services. (Augusta Georgia Fire/EMA via FaceBook)
• Get ready to sing and dance - On Jun. 6, Moana will stop by the Wallace Branch Library for a meet and greet. Follow along and read stories with the princess. (Augusta-Richmond County Public Library via FaceBook)

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— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.