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World Cup brings business boost to downtown Augusta as construction continues

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3 weeks ago

June 13, 2026

World Cup brings business boost to downtown Augusta as construction continues

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Downtown Augusta construction continues to impact businesses as work speeds up, with most of the activity centered around Broad Street.

Construction crews are working in the heat as they prepare to work on 6th and 5th streets later this month. Leaders expect construction to finish in December 2026.

But the World Cup could provide relief for businesses struggling with the construction impacts.

World Cup draws crowds downtown

A United States World Cup goal brought cheers from soccer fans gathered in downtown Augusta.

“It’s something I’ve been in love with since I was a kid,” said Sean Brandes, a soccer fan.

Brandes and Dean Meyer founded Augusta’s Premier League Supporters Club.

“Supporting the sport we love so much,” Meyer said.

David Jones was celebrating his World Cup run at the same venue. Jones coaches the U.S. Men’s Senior National Team and just returned from coaching the national over-40 team to third place in the Senior World Cup.

Local bar fosters soccer community

On Broad Street, Shawn Moseley opened Emil’s to foster the city’s small but passionate soccer community.

“Running the bar you see every day I have a Liverpool shirt on and someone’s like ‘oh.’ Or we have a match on, and they’re like ‘oh,’” Moseley said.

Moseley said the community makes Emil’s special. He hopes it grows with soccer on the nation’s main stage.

“You find a group, and you’re like, ‘Oh my friend Tony’s a Liverpool supporter,’ and next thing you know, you’ve got 30 people on an email list for a small bar in downtown Augusta,” Moseley said.

The bar serves as a gathering place for soccer fans across the area as the World Cup returns to American soil.

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Augusta Volleyball Announces 2026 Schedule, Promotional Calendar – Augusta University

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July 7, 2026

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Augusta Volleyball Announces 2026 Schedule, Promotional Calendar – Augusta University

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Augusta University volleyball has announced its 2026 schedule, featuring 30 regular-season matches and 10 home contests inside Christenberry Fieldhouse.

The reigning 2025 Peach Belt Conference regular-season champions open the season Aug. 28-29 at the Emmanuel Tournament in Franklin Springs, Ga., before returning home Sept. 4-5 to co-host the Augusta/USC Aiken Tournament. Augusta then travels to Clinton, Miss., for the annual Peach Belt Conference/Gulf South Conference Crossover before opening Peach Belt Conference play Sept. 17 against Middle Georgia at Christenberry Fieldhouse.

Following an eight-match road swing through late September and October, the Jaguars return home for their final four regular-season contests, hosting Francis Marion, Flagler and rival USC Aiken. The 2026 Peach Belt Conference Tournament begins Nov. 12.

Tickets are available now. Don’t miss your chance to watch the reigning Peach Belt Conference regular-season champions in action at Christenberry Fieldhouse this fall.

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In conjunction with the schedule release, Augusta Athletics has also announced its promotional schedule for the 2026 home season.

2026 Promotional Schedule

Friday, Sept. 4 – vs. Lee (12:00 p.m.) & North Greenville (5:00 p.m.)

Parents Weekend

Join us as we welcome Jaguar families to campus for opening weekend.

Thursday, Sept. 17 – vs. Middle Georgia (6:00 p.m.)

Student Appreciation

Augusta University students are encouraged to pack Christenberry Fieldhouse for the conference home opener.

Saturday, Sept. 19 – vs. Georgia College (3:00 p.m.)

CSRA Club Volleyball Day

Local club volleyball teams are invited to attend and be recognized throughout the match.

Tuesday, Sept. 22 – vs. Lander (6:00 p.m.)

Coats & Scrubs Night

Medical students and healthcare professionals are invited to wear their scrubs and support the Jaguars.

Tuesday, Oct. 20 – vs. Francis Marion (6:00 p.m.)

Here to Win – Cancer Awareness Game

Augusta Athletics and the Georgia Cancer Center continue the “Here to Win” campaign to raise cancer awareness, promote early detection and support patients. Fans are encouraged to wear pink.

Friday, Oct. 23 – vs. Flagler (6:00 p.m.)

Faculty & Staff Appreciation Night

A special night recognizing Augusta University’s faculty and staff.

Saturday, Oct. 24 – vs. Flagler (1:00 p.m.)

Halloween Game

Fans are encouraged to wear costumes while cheering on the Jaguars.

Friday, Nov. 6 – vs. USC Aiken (6:00 p.m.)

Greek Night

Augusta University’s fraternities and sororities are invited to attend and show their Jaguar pride.

Saturday, Nov. 7 – vs. USC Aiken (3:00 p.m.)

Senior Night

Help us recognize the Jaguars’ senior class before the final regular-season home match.

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Cushman & Wakefield Brokers $87M Sale of Apartment Community in Augusta

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11 hours ago

July 6, 2026

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Cushman & Wakefield Brokers M Sale of Apartment Community in Augusta

AUGUSTA, GA. — Cushman & Wakefield has brokered the $87 million sale of Mason Augusta, a 462-unit apartment community located at 101 Pine Forest Road in Augusta. Taylor Bird, Robert Stickel, Alex Brown, Nelson Abels and Laura Aylor of Cushman & Wakefield’s Sunbelt Multifamily Advisory Group represented the seller, Waypoint Residential, in the transaction. The buyer was Southwood Realty Co.

Mason Augusta was developed in two phases in 2022 and 2024 and was 95 percent occupied at the time of sale. The property includes a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments ranging in size from 685 to 1,321 square feet, as well as a fitness center with yoga and spin studio, resort-style pools with sundecks and tanning ledges, clubhouse with e-lounge and coffee bar, game room, business center and a dining and lounge terrace with outdoor fireplace.

Other amenities at Mason Augusta include an automated parcel system, dog park and indoor pet spa, garages and outdoor gathering spaces with grilling kitchens and fire pits.

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