Augusta, GA
Augusta neighborhood selected for state initiative to improve housing. Here’s what to know.
Augusta will soon be getting some help from the state to improve housing conditions.
The Garden City’s municipal government is one of five selected for the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing, according to a news release from Augusta City Spokesperson Danielle Harris. This is a three-year program to improve housing conditions through collaboration, training, and technical assistance.
The Augusta GICH Community Housing Team, a group of housing professionals and subject matter experts, will develop a revitalization strategy for the Turpin Hill neighborhood.
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Turpin Hill was picked as the pilot area for this project due to the number of deteriorated homes and infrastructure needs. If it succeeds, Augusta intends to replicate the strategy in other neighborhoods.
For those interested in hearing more, Augusta will host three community input meetings at the Carrie J. Mays Community Center at 1014 11th Ave. They will all be at 6 p.m. on March 21, June 20, and Sept. 19.
The other municipalities selected for the program include Cornelia in north Georgia, Thomaston (about 50 miles west of Macon), Catoosa County outside Chattanooga, Tennessee, and the Saint Marys not far from Jacksonville, Florida.
More info on the initiative is available at dca.ga.gov.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Families had the chance to sharpen their money skills at a financial literacy event hosted by local nonprofit Crown Her Mentoring at the Bernie Ward Community Center.
The free event offered resources for all ages, from kids learning the basics to adults planning for their financial future.
Attendees could sit in sessions about budgeting, credit, opening banking accounts and insurance options.
Organizers said the event was designed to make financial education accessible during Financial Literacy Month.
“People need to understand the importance of a checking account, a savings account—how to manage your money. How to invest your money. People need to learn about life insurance,” said Torrecka Davis, organizer.
Crown Her Mentoring will host a mental health awareness event on May 23. Open enrollment for new mentees will begin on May 10.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Shoppers in Augusta will soon lose a longtime retail option, as Lane Bryant’s store inside Augusta Mall is set to close for good this weekend.
Employees at Lane Bryant inside Augusta Mall confirmed that the store will permanently close starting Sunday, April 19.
After the closure, the nearest Lane Bryant location for customers will be in Lexington.
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With deepest and heartfelt sympathy, G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Mr. Willie J. Tanksley who entered into rest April 18, 2026.
Mr. Tanksley, a native of Richmond County, was a 1985 graduate of the Academy of Richmond County. He was a member of Greater Young Zion Baptist Church where he served in the Brotherhood Ministry.
Survivors include his wife, Sabrina Tanksley; two daughters, Ashley Tanksley and Taylor Tanksley; siblings, Elise Tanksley of Augusta, GA, Wilhelmina Roland of Atlanta, GA, Terry Tanksley, Tommy Tanksley, Watler Tanksley and Elder Claude (Kimberly) Tanksley all of Augusta, GA; an aunt, Frances Tate; an uncle, James Tanksley; mother-in-law, Sandra Harrison of Beech Island, SC; father-in-law, Jimmy (Elnora) Bing; three sisters-in-law, Fonda Rainey, Nicole Harrison and Nina Bing; a brother-in-law, Eric Bing; a host of nieces , nephews, along with other loving relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Greater Young Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. William A. Blount officiating. Interment will follow at Walker Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.
The family will not be receiving visitors at the home. We ask that you continue to pray for them during this time.
Professional Services are under the compassionate care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-North Augusta.
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