AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A former Augusta University women’s basketball and men’s soccer coach has died, according to reports.

Augustajags.com reports that 91-year-old Lowell Barnhart died on June 28.

From 1986 to 1999, Barnhart served as the head women’s basketball coach at Augusta College, according to augustajags.com.

He won the PBC Coach of the Year award in 1992 and 1995.

Barnhart also served as the head men’s golf coach at Augusta College for 10 years.

According to Barnhart’s obituary, Barnhart was inducted into the Kosciusko County Basketball Hall of Fame, Class of 2011.

His obituary says he was an avid golfer and a long-term member at Forest Hills Golf Course.

A memorial service was held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Storey Chapel at First Baptist Church of Augusta.

Barnhart’s obituary says memorial contributions may be made in memory of Coach Barnhart to Augusta University Athletic Department CFH 214, 1120 Fifteenth Street, Augusta, GA 30912.

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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Verizon is having problems with data, voice and text service in the CSRA.

The company posted a notice about the problem on its website Tuesday afternoon.

“Data, voice, and text are limited in Augusta, GA,” the company said. “There is a known issue in this area and we are working on a solution.”

Viewers told News 12 the problem wasn’t just in Augusta; they saw problems as far away as Aiken.

It further stated that most issues like these are resolved within 12 hours, and most 5G issues are resolved within 48 hours.

Verizon also offered a link to check network status and to learn how to use Wi-Fi calling.

Some people said they got an “SOS” notice on their phones.

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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Despite the hot weather expected on July 4th, celebration events will continue this week throughout the CSRA.

Wednesday, July 3rd

Fort Eisenhower is doing its Independence Day celebration from 6 to 11 p.m. Fireworks start around 9:45 p.m. that evening.

The Barton Field Independence Day celebration includes a kiddie carnival, shopping, food, live entertainment and so much more. The night ends with a firework extravaganza unrivaled by anyone in the CSRA from 5 to 11 p.m.

Burke County Recreation Department Complex is having an community celebration with a fireworks show, vendors, concessions, yard games, inflatables and more. Bring a chair and tailgate from your car starting at 6 p.m.

Thursday, July 4th

On Walton Way at the home of George Walton there is an Independence Day event at Meadow Garden from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

In North Augusta, head over to the Living History Park celebration where there will be hot dogs, watermelon, water, and all free cool pops. Come dressed in red, white, and blue with children and pets. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Grovetown is having a Bar-be-que in Liberty Park starting at 11 a.m.

Gates open for Boom in the Park at Evans Towne Center Park at 5 p.m.

The Augusta Greenjackets will be having fireworks after the July 4th game at SRP Park.

The City of Augusta invites all citizens, visitors, and guests to join us for the annual Independence Day Celebration in Downtown Augusta. The celebration begins at 5 p.m. with live music, food trucks, vendors, a kid’s zone, and much more.

The fireworks show launches from right across the Augusta Common on the top levee of the Augusta Riverwalk at 9:15 p.m.

Join The Village at Woodside in Aiken for a free community event featuring live music, food trucks, and a firework finale you don’t want to miss. Make sure to bring a chair and a blanket for this spectacular evening celebration from 7 to 10 p.m.

Friday, July 5th

Join the Thomson-McDuffie Government Center for an unforgettable celebration of freedom at Freedom Blast. This event will include a day filled with music, food, and exciting activities for the whole family starting at 7 p.m.

For those who are wanting some small-town Independence Day charm without giving up a big show can head to The Hephzibah Agricultural Center. The annual Fireworks Extravaganza will start around 9:30p.m.

Saturday, July 6th

Friends of Clark’s Hill Lake Fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. for people on land or in a boat at Raysville Marina in Thomson.

Sunday, July 7th

Join the Story Mill Road Baptist Church in Hephzibah for a community picnic and fireworks with Providence Baptist Church, Landscape Wizard, and The Masters Transport Ministry. Free meal including ribs, pulled pork, hamburgers, hotdogs, and all the sides. Games and events start at 6 p.m., food is ready at 7 and fireworks at dark will be around 9 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

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