🌱 RCSO Investigates Shooting + RCSO Deputy Arrests BCSO Sergeant

Good morning, Augusta. I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. High: 74 Low: 49.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High: 66 Low: 47.

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Here are the top three stories today in Augusta:

1. The Richmond County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting incident that took place at America's Best Value Inn on Dean Bridge Road at 10 p.m. on Saturday, Mar. 25. The male victim was standing on the balcony when someone with a rifle shot him once in the hand. The victim was then taken to the hospital for treatment and there is currently no update on his condition. (WJBF)
2. Burke County Sgt. Allen Crispin was arrested by Richmond County Deputy Sgt. Ty Hester on a charge of disorderly conduct after an altercation that occurred when Crispin was attending an event at the Augusta Common on Saturday evening. Crispin witnessed an act of physical child abuse and reported it to Hester. However, the two became involved in an argument which resulted in Crispin's arrest. (WRDW)
3. Augusta-based men's basketball team Georgia Soul won against the Coastal Georgia Buccaneers 115-99 at the H.E.A.L Complex at Paine College. Despite being behind in the first half, the Soul made strategic plays to secure the win with Malik Dunbar leading the scores with 23 points and Eric Eaves following with 19 points. The game's theme was first responders, and firefighter Jay Gibson and EMT Jimmy Kelly were honored by the Georgia Soul at halftime. (WFXG)

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Today and tomorrow in Augusta:

Tuesday, March 28

• Pottery On The Wheel At Gertrude Herbert Institute Of Art (6:00 PM)
• Yoga In The Forest At Back To Nature Garden Center (7:00 PM)

Wednesday, March 29

• Urban Redevelopment Agency Of Augusta Meeting At Housing & Development Conference Room 2 (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• New homes have been listed for sale in the Augusta area! Get all the property details at the link. (Augusta Patch)
• April marks the 22nd anniversary of the First Tee of Augusta! You can watch Jill Brown, the executive director of First Tee, discuss the momentous occasion, including Arnold Palmer's connection to the facility, in the interview at the link. (WRDW)
• Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson will host the 2023 Mayor's Masters Reception on Apr. 2 at the Augusta Common to kick off Masters Week. The event will feature live entertainment, food vendors, and a fireworks show sponsored by Windsor Jewelers. The event is free to attend; however, a VIP reception at Sacred Heart Cultural Center will cost $250 per ticket. (City of Augusta)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday. See you all 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.