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The Masters has a way of making even the simplest foods feel special. Case in point: the humble sandwich. One visit to a local favorite in South Augusta sparked a search for some of the best sandwiches the Augusta area has to offer. 👉 Click to read the full column:
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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp got a warm Augusta send-off this week. Local leaders praised his support for major projects during the annual Red Carpet Tour. The invite-only event continues to play a key role in bringing new industry to the region. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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The first day of the 2026 Masters is in the books. From early swings to Augusta’s iconic views, Thursday had no shortage of moments. 👉 Click to take a look at some of the best photos from Day 1 at Augusta National: theaugustapress.com/photostory-202…

For one Aiken County family, Easter Sunday became a day they will never forget. Their 21-year-old son, Colton Sanders, was killed in a motorcycle crash in Warrenville — along with his girlfriend, Jasmine Ambs. Now, his family is remembering a young man they say lived fully, loved deeply and gave his all to everything he did. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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The Masters is underway at Augusta National. Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose all made early statements — but in very different ways. From steady rounds to near-misses and momentum swings, Thursday set the tone for what could be a wide-open weekend. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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Augusta Christian Schools is facing a sudden change in its football program. The head coach resigned Monday — just one day after a weekend DUI arrest. The move comes as the team heads into the offseason and a search for new leadership is already underway. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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Rory McIlroy didn’t have the cleanest start Thursday at Augusta. But by the end of the round, he was right where he wanted to be. McIlroy and Sam Burns are tied for the lead after shooting 5-under 67 in the opening round of the Masters. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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Cedric Alandus Peters, the Augusta man accused in a deadly 2024 home invasion and killing, is now back in the United States after months in custody overseas following his capture in Thailand. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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An Augusta man was captured Thursday in the rape of a 14-year-old girl the day before in a wooded area of Columbia County, authorities said. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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The Par 3 Contest is one of the most beloved traditions at Augusta National — and for good reason. From hole-in-one celebrations to family moments on the course, Wednesday had a little bit of everything. 👉 Click to here the view photos of the event: theaugustapress.com/photostory-par…

Cowboy boots, live music and a packed crowd filled Evans Towne Center Park on Tuesday. Thousands turned out for the annual Rock Fore! Dough concert, with Brantley Gilbert headlining this year’s event. The annual Masters Week tradition continues to raise money for a cause that reaches kids across the CSRA. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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Just a few minutes from Augusta National, Daniel Field plays a big role during Masters Week. The normally quiet airport fills with private aircraft, corporate travelers and nonstop arrivals. For one week, the pace — and the pressure — completely changes. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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Aaron Rai took the spotlight at Augusta National’s Par 3 Contest. He finished at 6-under with his wife serving as his caddie, as four players recorded hole-in-ones during the event. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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As the Masters marks its 90th edition, Augusta National is looking both back and ahead. In an annual conference, Chairman Fred Ridley highlighted historic moments, growing the game and new projects coming to Augusta. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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A New York ticket scalper was arrested Wednesday for trespassing at Augusta National Golf Club, marking the second such arrest during this year’s Masters Week. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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A robbery suspect being treated at Piedmont Hospital managed to slip out of police custody Tuesday night, bolting from a hospital room after deputies briefly removed his handcuffs for medical testing, authorities said. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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Property tax relief could be on the way for Georgia homeowners. But the bigger question is: who pays the price? A proposed bill would limit rising home values used for taxes — but school officials warn it could strain budgets and impact classrooms in the years ahead. 👉 Click to read the full story: theaugustapress.com/schools-could-…

Another neighborhood could soon be coming to Columbia County. A proposed subdivision off Dublin Loop near Grovetown is set to go before the planning commission next month. Plans show dozens of single-family homes as development continues to grow in the area. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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The Masters is almost here. Players took to Augusta National on Tuesday for practice rounds, with familiar faces, blooming azaleas and plenty of early swings. Click to look at scenes from around the course: theaugustapress.com/photostory-day…

Augusta National didn’t start as a golf course. It started as a nursery. Long before the Masters, the land was filled with exotic plants and flowering trees — a legacy that still shapes the course today. 👉 Click to read the full story:
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