Augusta, GA
Delta Airlines Just Made It Easier To Get To Augusta For The Masters
There are some sandwiches in this world that are worth traveling for and the pimento cheese one served at the Masters Tournament, just might be worth the trip. We’re not saying you are required to fly to Augusta to test this theory, but if you wanted to do just that, Delta Airlines just made it a whole lot easier.
Delta Airlines announced that to help fans get to the greens, they are adding more flights to Augusta Regional Airport this year. New routes will ferry fans to the Masters from Atlanta, Washington D.C., Boston, Austin, New York, Palm Beach, and Orlando. According to Delta, that will add up to over 1,300 seats available for folks wanting to visit Augusta in April.
“Delta will provide golf enthusiasts worldwide with increased access to the game with over 200 convenient one-stop connections to Augusta,” Joe Esposito, Delta’s S.V.P. of Network Planning said in a press release. And while he didn’t say “sandwich enthusiasts” in his statement, it was clearly implied that Delta will get both golf and pimiento cheese fans to the Augusta National Golf Club with ease. This year’s Masters Tournament is April 11 through April 14.
Even if you’re not a golf fan, there are plenty of reasons to take advantage of the new flights and book a trip to Augusta. Georgia’s third-largest city boasts plenty of culture, including the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, the Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, and the Augusta Museum of History. When (if?) you get tired of pimento cheese sandwiches, spots like The Boll Weevil Cafe and Abel Brown Southern Kitchen/Oyster Bar will have you booking trips to Augusta even when the Masters is over.
Augusta, GA
Augusta nonprofit hosts family financial literacy day
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
Lane Bryant to close Augusta Mall store this weekend
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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Augusta, GA
Willie James Tanksley Obituary April 16, 2026 – G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary
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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