Augusta, GA
PBC Releases Volleyball Team of Academic Distinction, Presented by Barnes & Noble College
AUGUSTA, GA — The Peach Belt Conference has released the 2023 volleyball Team of Academic Distinction, presented by Barnes & Noble College. The team is a part of the PBC’s larger initiative to celebrate the academic achievements of PBC student-athletes and is modeled on the CSC Academic All-America program.
To be eligible for the team, a student-athlete must 1) participate in at least half of his/her team’s events and be either a starter or significant contributor; 2) achieved a 3.50 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) and 3) completed at least one full academic year at his or her current institution and has reached sophomore athletic eligibility. The Peach Belt Conference Sports Information Directors oversee the program.
Barnes & Noble College currently operates more than 1,400 campus bookstores and their school-branded e-commerce sites, serving more than 6 million college students and faculty nationwide. As a strategic partner, Barnes & Noble College is a retail and learning company. The company is headquartered in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.
| Name | Institution | Year | Hometown | GPA | Major (Minor) |
| Ellyn Adams | Lander | Jr. | Myrtle Beach, S.C. | 4.00 | Business Administration |
| Jordan Berglin | Flagler | Jr. | Pewaukee, Wisc. | 3.70 | Sport Management |
| Olivia Dow | Lander | Sr. | Pickens, S.C. | 3.79 | Business Administration |
| Annie Holesinger | Lander | Sr. | Rockford, Mich. | 3.74 | Exercise Science |
| Abby Infante | Georgia College & State University | Sr. | Canton, Ga. | 4.00 | Biology (Chemistry) |
| Riese Johnson | Georgia College & State University | So. | Cumming, Ga. | 3.58 | Biology |
| Dariana Luna | Augusta | Sr. | Caracas, Venezuela | 3.93 | Business Administration |
| Rachel Machovec | Georgia College & State University | Grad. | Buckhead, Ga. | 3.77 | Secondary Teacher Education |
| Kari Mercer | USC Aiken | Grad. | Hilliard, Ohio | 3.938 | Master of Business Administration |
| Callie Miller | Georgia College & State University | Sr. | Acworth, Ga. | 3.83 | Chemistry (Biology) |
| Katie Miller | Lander | So. | Sugar City, Idaho | 3.64 | Nursing |
| Patricia Pantoja | Lander | Grad. | Barceloneta, Puerto Rico | 4.00 | Business Administration |
| Brooke Singleton | Flagler | Jr. | Kissimmee, Fla. | 3.91 | Sport Management |
| Anna Sommer | USC Aiken | So. | St. Louis, Mo. | 3.767 | Exercise & Sport Science |
| Jada Suguturaga | Augusta | Sr. | South Jordan, Utah | 3.53 | Psychology |
| McCayla Willingham | Lander | Sr. | Beaufort, S.C. | 3.65 | Business Administration |
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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