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Hi Augusta! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Augusta Prep’s jump to Class 3A could reshape local rivalries
  • See how the Grinch crashed movie night at Augusta’s Kroc Center
  • What did a governor hopeful promise Augusta on housing costs?

Also on today's calendar: Trivia Night at Top Dawg Tavern and 2 more events.

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And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Dara J.!

Today's riddle: Last night I had a dream. 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 60 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 67, low: 39.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 56 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• SCHSL, GIAA reclassifies; Multiple local schools face new athletic calendars (wrdw.com) — Several CSRA schools, including Augusta Prep, are set for big athletic shakeups starting in 2026 as SCHSL and GIAA release new reclassification proposals. Augusta Prep would move up to Class 3A, while Westminster could jump from eight-man football to 3A, with final alignments due in January after schools decide whether to appeal.
   

• The Grinch appears as kids watch ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas' at Kroc Center (wrdw.com) — Families in Augusta got a dose of Christmas cheer at the Kroc Center, where kids watched “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” swam, and snapped photos with the Grinch. With low-cost tickets and a Sand Hills community party nearby, the evening added to a growing list of CSRA holiday celebrations bringing neighbors together.
   

• Geoff Duncan meets with local officials about housing affordability as part of campaign for governor (wfxg.com) — Housing affordability in Augusta took center stage as gubernatorial candidate Geoff Duncan met with local leaders Friday to discuss how rising costs push workers outside the city. Duncan, now running as a Democrat, emphasized partnering with Augusta communities and pursuing solutions on housing, healthcare access, and gun safety ahead of the 2026 election.
   

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  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
    Alaska was LOST on December 18, 2025 in Augusta, GA 30909 near Heritage apmts Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Sharon Road)
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    I work full time, I am attending 5 different college classes, and I feel in order my head. I need to organize and clean my house but I need help. I… (Nextdoor Fleming Heights)
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  • Walmart posted a job opening for Merchandise and Stocking Associate in Augusta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Augusta here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Three Grovetown athletes sign to play in college for respective sports (wjbf.com)
  • Body-cam footage sparks investigation of Richmond Countydeputies (wrdw.com)

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