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This Famous Augusta Salad Restaurant Closed, But Golf Fans Still Make Today
Growing up in Augusta, eating at the Green Jacket Restaurant was a big deal. It sat right across the street from the main gate of Augusta National Golf Club, and locals just called it “the Jacket.” As a kid, I loved that the menu was shaped like a golf bag full of clubs.
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Trader Joe’s Plans Evans Store, Expected to Finish in 2027-2028
Trader Joe's wants to build a store at 716 North Belair Road in Evans, Georgia. Work should wrap up sometime between 2027 and 2028. It will be the first Trader Joe's in the CSRA, according to WRDW. County records show the Development Authority of Columbia County owns the land. It...
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Grovetown resident wins $50,000 in Falcons-themed lottery game, same day the team beat 49ers
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WJBF) – There were two big wins coming out of Georgia on Sunday, but one is $50,000 richer. According to the Georgia Lottery Corporation on Monday, a Grovetown resident won $50,000 playing Atlanta Falcons Rise Up on Oct. 25. The Falcons beat the San Francisco 49ers, 29 – 20.
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Proposal to rename terminal at Aiken Regional Airport rejected at city council meeting
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) – A proposal to make changes at Aiken Regional Airport by renaming a terminal after late Sen. Lindsey Graham did not pass on Monday. Council members returned to the proposal Oct. 26 after hearing public comments earlier this month. People who live in Aiken shared their thoughts both against and in favor […]
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City of Aiken Holiday Movie Night Presents: The Polar Express
Join the City of Aiken Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism for an evening of magic and holiday wonder with a showing of the film “The Polar Express”!. A classic film starring Tom Hanks as the Conductor, “The Polar Express” is a tale about a young boy who travels to the North Pole by enchanted train. On his journey, he learns to believe in the magic of Christmas. As the train’s conductor says: “One thing about trains: it doesn’t matter where they’re going. What matters is deciding to get on.” So, wear your best pajamas and hop aboard for a delightful, fun-filled evening!
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New fast food restaurant coming to former Burger King location at Exit 22 on I-20 near Aiken
AIKEN — A former Burger King that is undergoing renovations near Exit 22 on Interstate 20 will become the home of another fast food restaurant, according to online sources. Based on information posted on indeed.com and pacificbells.com, 2636 Columbia Highway North, which was the Burger King’s address, will be the site of a new Taco Bell. The jobs available are listed on those websites. Pacific Bells is one of the largest Taco Bell franchisees in this country. It operates more than 300 restaurants in 11 states that have more than 7,000 team members. Those Taco Bells include eateries at 1565 Ric...
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Finding the sweet spot for affordable Halloween candy in CSRA
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Halloween candy prices at five Augusta-area retailers range from under $5 to about $30 per bag, as shoppers look for ways to save ahead of Halloween on Saturday. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the Consumer Price Index for candy prices grew 32% from 2019 to...
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Burrell & Flynn’s Farm to Open New Restaurant After Renovations
“Nestled in the heart of Aiken, SC, along the scenic stretch of Hwy 78, a new dining destination is taking shape in the former Old Montmorenci Winery,” says the website of Burrell & Flynn’s Farm. “Currently undergoing an extensive restoration and renovation, this space is being transformed into a warm, inviting restaurant that blends historic charm with modern comfort. Scheduled to open in late fall, the restaurant will source fresh, seasonal produce from local purveyors and farms (including our own!).”
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Dancing with the Aiken Stars brings in more than $320,000
This year's Dancing with the Aiken Stars event, held Oct. 22, brought in more than $320,000 in donations to support such organizations as Cumbee Center to Assist Abused Persons, Salvation Army and Aiken Center. Event organizer Betty Ryberg announced the total Oct. 25, noting that the number represents income after expenses, so the amount is to be distributed entirely among the various beneficiaries. Voting took place over the course of weeks, with boosters invited to support their favorite causes and cast monetary votes for the best performances at the event, held at the USC Aiken Convocation ...
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This Humble Georgia Eatery Has Been Serving Timeless Comfort Food For Over 30 Delicious Years
Sometimes the best meal of your life is hiding behind a bright red brick wall with a cartoon bug painted on it. The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery in Augusta, Georgia is exactly that kind of place, the sort of spot that locals have been quietly treasuring for decades while the rest of the world keeps scrolling past it.
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This Easy Georgia Trail Is Perfect For A Fall Walk Or Scenic Run Along The River
A splash fountain shoots water into the air over a brick plaza, and that’s just the starting line. Beyond it, brick paths stack on different levels beside a wide, slow river. One path runs along the top of a levee. Another drops closer to the water. I like how...
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Canadian-based equestrian retailer opens Aiken store in former Dover Saddlery location
AIKEN — A retailer based in Canada that sells horseback riding apparel, boots, equipment and more began doing business here recently. Greenhawk Equestrian Sport held the grand opening for its new store at 2575 Whiskey Road in early October. Another store that sold similar merchandise, Dover Saddlery, used to be located there. The Boston Globe reported earlier this year that an arm of Dover Saddlery’s primary lender, Prudential Financial, took over the chain and then sold it to Gordon Brothers, a corporate restructuring and liquidation firm. According to horsesport.com, Greenhawk purchased stor...
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Our Evans - Martinez - Grovetown Events Calendar Got an Upgrade! See What's New
Finding fun things to do with kids shouldn’t feel like a chore. And thanks to your feedback, we’ve made it even easier!. The Macaroni KID Evans - Martinez - Grovetown events calendar has a fresh new look, with helpful features designed to make finding local events, planning your weekends, and keeping track of family fun simpler than ever.
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The Best Pizza In South Carolina Is Hiding Inside This Old Dodge Motor Company Building
Somewhere in Blackville, South Carolina, a century-old brick building that once sold Dodge automobiles is now serving up pizza so good it should come with a warning label. Russell’s Pizza has quietly become one of the most talked-about hidden gems in the entire state, and if you haven’t made the drive yet, you’re genuinely missing out.
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Augusta Players bring ‘Anne of Green Gables’ to local students
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Hundreds of local students traded the classroom for the theatre last week as a classic book came to life on stage. The Augusta Players performed “Anne of Green Gables” as part of its ArtReach program, with students from across the area taking field trips to the Kroc Center to see the show, some experiencing live theatre for the first time.