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Piggly Wiggly returns to Augusta, replacing Harvey's
The Pig has returned to Augusta; Piggly Wiggly grocery store that is. Piggly Wiggly opened last week in the Southgate shopping center at 1631 Gordon Highway at the corner of Tubman Home Road in the same space that had been Harveys Supermarket. The new owner of the franchised location did not immediately return a request for an interview last week. On a recent visit, the store was busy with shoppers. The manager said the new owner, whom he did not name, was able to keep all of the Harvey employees. In Sandersville, a Piggly Wiggly opened on Harris Street on Feb. 12. There is also a Piggly Wiggly in Wagener, S.C. To see a store locator, visit www.pigglywiggly.com/store-locations/georgia . Piggly Wiggly was started in 1916 in Memphis, Tenn., by Clarence Saunders and was professed to be the first true self-service grocery store. "In grocery stores of that time, shoppers presented their orders to clerks who then gathered the goods from the store shelves," according to the Piggly Wiggly corporate website. "Saunders, a dynamic and innovative man, noticed that this method resulted in wasted time and expense, so he came up with an unheard-of solution that would revolutionize the entire grocery
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Augusta Eats: La Casa Latina brings diverse Latin flavors to Augusta
There's a sign on the front desk at the entrance of La Casa Latina written in large neon lighting, that reads "Omi casa es tu casa," which translates into English as "My house is your house." That's how Mary Carroz and her husband Frank want guests to feel when they come to the restaurant and Latin grocery they've owned and operated for more than nine years on Lumpkin Road. The Carrozs met in Augusta, but both are originally from Venezuela and came to the United States before they met. They have two children, both students at the University of Georgia. Originally, they bought just the grocery store in 2011. When the adjoining space next door became available, they quickly scooped it up, tore out part of the wall between the businesses, and opened the restaurant, she said. They wanted their restaurant to be a Latin experience, not just Venezuelan. So, they enlisted the help of friends from many Latin countries to teach them the culture and how to prepare their native dishes, she said. "A friend from Puerto Rico taught me all about Puerto Rican food," Mary Carroz said. Other members of the local Hispanic community did the same. From
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Warrenville woman’s American Idol journey continues in Hawai’i
UPDATE – Chloe Lauren's American Idol journey came to an end on "'Ohana Week" Monday night. Lauren performed second on the episode, singing "Hello" by Adele, which she dedicated to her young son. "I feel pressure for this cut, because I can't stop here," Lauren said before her performance....
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Canadian filmmaker feels at home making movies in Augusta
When scouting locations for her short film “If She Only Knew”, Roxanne Wright visited Augusta and was immediately drawn in. “When I came here, I knew this was where I needed to be,” said Wright, a Canadian filmmaker who was back in Augusta over the weekend to participate in The Arts and Letters Committee of the Augusta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.’s fourth annual Filmmakers Showcase.
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Photos: Towne Center Tavern serves up barbecue, sandwiches, and more
Towne Center Tavern in Evans, Ga., serves up barbecue, sandwiches, and more. More: SEE IT: Inside Towne Center Tavern in Evans This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Photos: Towne Center Tavern serves up barbecue, sandwiches, and more
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Augusta man turns party pickle recipe into local business
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - What started as a garnish for a party has become a local business more than a decade in the making. Will McCranie, owner of Will’s Dills, said the idea came out of necessity. “At that time, in the early 2010s, you couldn’t go into a...
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Thomson’s, Georgia Famous Seafood Buffet Serves Up A Crab Lovers’ Dream Come True
On a typical evening in Thomson, Georgia, something unusual happens when dinner time rolls around. Cars begin filling the parking lot outside Angie’s Steak and Seafood, and before long a line forms at the door. The reason is simple. Inside waits a buffet that has quietly earned a reputation...
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Take a look: Augusta holds second annual Mardi Gras parade
Augusta held their second annual Mardi Gras parade through downtown on Feb. 28, 2026. More: SEE IT: Augusta holds second annual Mardi Gras parade This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Take a look: Augusta holds second annual Mardi Gras parade
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Popn’ Off Chicago-Inspired Popcorn Shop Opens in Augusta
Popn' Off Gourmet Popcorn and Nuts opened late last year at 716 Broad Street in Augusta. The shop brings Chicago-style snacks to downtown. Owner Sheila Jones launched this venture next to the Miller Theater after relocating from Chicago, where she said the specialty has a huge following. "I'm from Chicago,...
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Movies and TV shows casting in Augusta
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
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This Is The Place To Go In Thomson Georgia For An Unexpected Culinary Experience With Lamb Chops and Homemade BBQ Sauce
Have you ever discovered a BBQ spot that completely redefines your expectations? Pigg-ah-boo’s Southern Flava’s and BBQ in Thomson, Georgia delivers that kind of surprise from the very first bite. While many come expecting classic Southern staples, the menu goes a step further with perfectly seasoned lamb chops that showcase bold flavor and expert preparation.
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Augusta Museum to host lecture on The Augusta Chronicle's history
Bring lunch and learn more about The Augusta Chronicle's history on Wednesday, March 11, at the Augusta Museum of History's monthly Brown Bag History Lecture Series. Hap Harris, the son of Louis Harris, the longtime Chronicle and Augusta Herald award-winning editor and journalist for more than 40 years, will be the guest lecturer. The lecture series is held monthly. Museum members can attend at no charge, and the non-member cost is $5. No registration is required. Participants can bring their lunch to eat in the Museum Rotunda from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Water, coffee, and dessert will be provided. The lecture begins at 12:30 p.m. in the museum's History Theater, and a question-and-answer session will follow. A recording of the lecture will be available on the museum's YouTube channel and shared on social media. More: Augusta's Durty Gurl vodka brand plans national rollout This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Augusta Museum to host lecture on The Augusta Chronicle's history
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Augusta Eats: Towne Center Tavern brings scratch kitchen to Evans
Towne Center Tavern has that vibe that makes you glad you walked in. Laid back, tables filled with people talking and laughing, servers scurrying by with plates loaded with good-looking food, big screen TVs scattered about, and a really nice host named Brooke who is just fine that you're there to write a story. Welcome to Towne Center Tavern, located in the heart of Evans Towne Center in a cool space with an outdoor porch where you can bring your dog and enjoy a drink and a meal. Come on Thursday for a rousing night of Trivia. Towne Center Tavern opened in April by long-time local restaurateurs Shawn and Katy Ledford, who have operated Mellow Mushroom pizza restaurants in Augusta and Evans since 2002. The space had been occupied by Stay Social Tap and Table, which closed in late 2022. The menu is generous, but not overwhelming. There are the typical American classic and bar-type foods: wings, sandwiches, salads, nachos, burgers, and fish-and-chips. And there are the more elevated entrees, such as the house-smoked BBQ plate, the house-smoked meatloaf, and the Cajun pasta, or appetizers like crispy brussels sprouts with feta cheese, lemon zest, and a balsamic drizzle, voodoo shrimp,
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Singers will bring unique styles to Soul Bar March 10
Faith Kelly calls it a “two for one deal” when two vastly different performers will take the Soul Bar stage. “We’re just a ‘;couple of wanderers’ who travel around America to share our songs to anyone, anywhere. When we’re not touring we’re at home playing gigs and hosting open mics & events locally in the Catskills mountains of New York,” Kelly wrote in an email.