🌱 New Small Business Fund In Works + Jon Rahm Wins Augusta Masters

Good morning, Augusta. I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Today you'll learn about these three stories and more.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and beautiful. High: 73 Low: 48.
• Wednesday: Sunny and beautiful. High: 79 Low: 52.

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Here are the top three stories in Augusta today:

1. The city of Augusta and the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce are partnering to further assist small businesses in the community by creating an entrepreneurship training program. On Monday, the city announced the plan for a new City of Augusta Business Equity (CABE) Fund, along with a guaranteed $425,000 loan and grant training program funded completely by the city. More information on the CABE Fund program is available by visiting either the city of Augusta's or the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce's website. (WRDW)
2. The 2023 Augusta Master's Golf tournament concluded with Jon Rahm winning his first Masters in a four-stroke separation against the runner-ups. This is Rahm's second major victory, with his first being the 2021 U.S. Open. Rahm finished the tournament 12 under par, and Brooks Koepka and well-known Phil Mickelson tied for second place, finishing at eight under par. (Charlotte Observer)
3. Daniil Kuznetsov, 26, has reportedly been located and returned home after being reported missing Sunday afternoon. The Richmond County Sheriff's Office put out a public request for assistance in locating Kuznetsov after he was reported walking away from his home suddenly. Kuznetsov is believed to be bipolar and primarily speaks Russian so his loved ones were very worried. (WJBF-TV)

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Today and tomorrow in Augusta:

Tuesday, April 11

• April Playtimes At Imagination Station (9:30 AM)

Wednesday, April 12

• Snack & Sip With All Equal Parts At Noble Jones (6:00 PM)
• Wacky Wednesdays At Joe's Underground (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Augusta Technical College is celebrating Community College Month! If you're looking to pursue a certificate, diploma, or associate's degree at one of the six academic schools, learn more about your options here. (Augusta Technical College via Facebook)
• The Spring application is available for the 2023-2024 school year's School Choice application until May 1 at midnight. For those who want to find more information or directly apply, please visit rcboe.org/choice and read more to answer your questions. (Richmond County School System via Facebook)
• This is a reminder that next Monday is the regular monthly board meeting for Richmond County. The public is welcome to attend the meeting per usual. The meeting will be taking place in the Linda Beazley room of the Municipal Building at 6:00 p.m. (Richmond County Board of Elections via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.