AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – There were multiple Juneteenth celebrations in Augusta on Saturday.

The Augusta Museum of History held an event on Saturday that celebrated Juneteenth.

People were able to tour the museum, participate in art projects and learn about the history of Juneteenth.

A local artist taught people how to make the Edgefield face pots.

“This whole gave a presentation about Dave, the Potter, who was an enslaved man living in Edgefield, and he risked his life in knowing how to read and write, and he would write his name. I think he’d write poetry on the pots he made. We got to see some of those pots in the museum before starting our lesson. It’s a good time,” said AC Daniel, art teacher.

The Museum’s education coordinator said it’s important to recognize the history surrounding Juneteenth and how it relates to Richmond County.

“When we think about Juneteenth, this is really freedom for all, and because of the Emancipation Proclamation, all of the enslaved people were freed. Then we have a lot to celebrate because over 6000 people were enslaved right here in Richmond County,” said Krystal Lyon.

Also in Augusta on Saturday, there was a Freedom Trail ride that also celebrated Juneteenth.

There were also games, a horse ride, a petting zoo, and bounce houses, with around 50 vendors and the event wrapped up around 11 p.m.

The organizer of the event was humbled by the big turnout.

“It’s incredible. It’s really incredible because I have 81 acres and another 10 acres on the other side of the road. First off, just having property is a big thing in our community, and then being able to share that with my community, and on such a great day, a day of celebration. So we’re just celebrating all the way around. It was a privilege. It’s an absolute privilege to have to be a part of something this big,” said Davon Wallace, owner, Crimson Hills.

There is another ride on July 19.

“It’s going to be the true trail ride. Because we’re going to shut down some of the road, we’re going to be out in the streets, and we’re going to be inside on the property. So it’s going to be really big, really partnering with 306 of New York, from South Carolina, they came out. They said they want to be a part of it, and we’re going to do some big things. We’re going to do some big things,” said Wallace.

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Tiger Woods has shown several signs of a successful recovery from his ruptured Achilles tendon. He was recently spotted twice following his son, Charlie, during golf tournaments, and this Friday he visited the Augusta National Golf Club.

This marks Woods’ first return to the Masters Tournament venue since his injury. In fact, that incident prevented him from attending the infamous Champions Dinner at the most recent edition of the event.

Woods’ purpose in visiting was to see firsthand the construction of the 9-hole course designed by his firm, TGR Design, next to the Augusta Municipal Golf Course, near the renowned Augusta National. Fred Ridley, chairman of the Masters Tournament, accompanied Woods on his visit.

Currently known as “The Patch,” the 9-hole course is part of a project by Woods that includes a TGR Learning Lab. The course is expected to open in 2026, and the lab is scheduled to open in 2028.

It will be the fourth TGR Learning Lab, joining those currently operating in Anaheim and Philadelphia, and the one that will be open next year in Los Angeles. These STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) institutions are designed to promote and facilitate the development of different branches of knowledge.

This collaboration between Woods and Augusta National was announced at the 2025 Masters Tournament. At the time, Ridley emphasized the importance of the future course for both the community and the legendary player:

“I know that this whole concept of a short course is something that’s near and dear to Tiger’s heart,” Ridley said, according to the Augusta Chronicle.

“I know he’s stated that he grew up playing on short courses. So I’m sure they’re going to make it really interesting for these people, for everybody -the young people and everybody else that are playing it.”

In early March, Tiger Woods announced that he had ruptured his Achilles tendon while preparing for the Players Championship. The event would have marked the start of his 2025 PGA Tour season.

The 15-time major champion underwent immediate surgery, and the prognosis was favorable. However, due to the severity of the injury, it is unlikely that Woods will return to competitive golf until at least 2026.

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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Augusta Common hosted a movie night on Friday families came out for a good time as the temperature cooled down.

There were games, inflatables and much more to do before the movie “Mulan” played.

We talked to a parent about coming out for the free event.

“Doing something with my kids since it’s summer break, and they go back to school so fast. It’s just there’s something fun for the kids to do, and then I have to,” said Dominique Glover.

The Salvation Army also hosted a movie night at the Kroc Center as they showed “Moana.”

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