🌱 Olive Street Bridge Concerns + Richmond County Deputy Arrested

Hey, everybody. It's Tuesday in Augusta and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Tuesday: A chance of a t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 91 Low: 69.

Wednesday: A chance of a t-storm. High: 91 Low: 66.

Here are the top three stories in Augusta today:

1. The dangerous Olive Street Bridge stands as a glaring omission among the projects receiving federal grants from the Biden Administration. Even with the locals advancing 20 percent of the costs, the federal grants designated to repair railroad bridges will not be awarded to this project in 2023 or over the next 5 years. This low-hanging bridge is extremely dangerous, very hard to fix, and could cost millions. (WRDW)
2. Demondre Mahoney, a deputy from Richmond County, was apprehended for the act of introducing contraband into the facility. Following allegations against him, an investigation was initiated on Sunday, leading to his arrest. He now faces charges of providing convicts with unauthorized articles and violating his oath as a public officer. Mahoney started his career as a deputy in 2021. (The Augusta Chronicle)
3. The "Augusta on Display" meet and greet was praised for bringing together citizens and government officials. Mayor Garnett Johnson, Interim Administrator Takiya Douse, and Commissioner Jordan Johnson were all in attendance. (The Augusta Press)

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Today and Tomorrow in Augusta:

Tuesday, June 6

• Pottery On The Wheel At Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art (6:00 PM)

Wednesday, June 7

• Free Fine Arts Summer Camp at Bethel Covenant Worship Center (8:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• Reserve your "I Will Help! Stuffie Kit" before supplies run out. Contact Ms. Jordi Curtis, the Librarian, at (706) 434-2036 from Jun. 4 - Jun. 15 to secure your kit, and don't forget to check out the YouTube tutorial by Ellen Lumpkin Brown, the creator of "Sew It! Workshop." (Augusta-Richmond Public Library via Facebook )
• Rain or shine, evenings in Appleby Garden will begin tonight (Jun. 6)! Brownstone Gritty kicks off this Tuesday Nights in June concert series, hosted by the Augusta-Richmond Public Library. The performance will begin at 8:00 p.m. (Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System via Facebook)
• Attend the Augusta Tech Open House with Cougar Nation and meet The School of Cyber and Design Media at SRP ballpark. Come out on Jun. 16 to watch the game and mingle with fellow Techies. Doors open for the public at 6:00 p.m. and for Season Seat holders at 5:45 p.m. (Augusta Technical College via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you soon for another update.

— 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.