Stories by Charmain Z. Brackett

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

20-year-old Blind Willie Blues Festival going strong

The Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival marks a 20-year milestone this year, but organizers say there's nothing extra planned to highlight it. "It's always a good festival," they say.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Friday, May 10, 2013

Foster mother counts her blessings

Demetrice Jones once told a friend that she'd have a house full of children if her husband would let her. He did, but the way their children arrived wasn't necessarily how the two of them ...
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Artist Portrait: Rhian Swain

Rhian Swain enjoys experimenting with new art forms.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre presents golf farce

Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre presents 'The Fox on the Fairway' during May.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Actor has been living role for 'King and I'

When approaching his portrayal of the King in The Augusta Players production of The King and I, Michael Hamilton felt he only had one choice.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Jump rope artist loves spotlight in Cirque du Soleil 'Quidam'

Adrienn Banhegyi had no idea when she started jumping rope as a child in Hungary that it would lead to incredible career opportunities. You can see her perform with Cirque du Soleil "Quidam" on ...
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Saturday, April 20, 2013

Augusta runners show support for Boston bombing victims

About 500 people turned out for the 2.5-mile Triple 8 Run for Boston in downtown Augusta in support of the victims of Monday's bombing.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Friday, April 19, 2013

Rabbi finds humor effective

Bob Alper claims his background was perfect for becoming a stand-up comedian.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Man and Woman of the Year

The goal of the Man and Woman of the Year campaign is to raise $135,000 during the 10-week campaign, which began on March 7.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Augusta Children's Chorale to hold auditions

The chorale accepts children in third through eighth grades. The audition tests young singers' vocal ability and their sense of rhythm.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Artist Portrait: Ron Vaz

On March 1, there were numerous Bigfoot sightings around Augusta as part of Free Art Friday, a concept brought to life by several area artists, including Ron Vaz.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Carrie Underwood's Blown Away tour stops in Augusta Friday

Fans should get ready to be blown away when six-time Grammy Award winner Carrie Underwood brings her current tour to James Brown Arena on Friday, April 19.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Monday, April 8, 2013

For local students headed to prom, the dress is the thing

Prom is one of the most highly anticipated school-related events in a high school student's career, and for Brynn Allen, a sophomore at John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School, a huge focal point ...
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Saturday, April 6, 2013

Author explores ABCs of Masters

The idea for Julie Alfriend Ferris' book was born in April 2011 while she was giving her daughter, Kathryn, a bath.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

'Fox on the Fairway' staged in perfect time for golf fans

While "Fox on the Fairway" is not a musical, a terrific sense of rhythm is needed to keep this show on track.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Artist Portrait: Ann deLorge

Ann deLorge decided she was going to be an artist when she was 5.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

'Roar of Love' returns for 28th year

Two ballet performances set for Saturday, March 23.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Saturday, March 16, 2013

Horse race is family affair

AIKEN — For Susie McCurtrie Rutherfurd, her six siblings and their families, the first leg of Aiken's Triple Crown is the occasion for a family reunion. 
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Artist Portrait: Erica Pastecki

Erica Pastecki has been making and selling her artwork for as long as she can remember. "I started drawing My Little Pony, and I noticed the curves on the sides of the horse's head," she said.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Thursday, March 7, 2013

Film company making more movies in Aiken

All it took was one look at the canopy of live oak trees along Aiken's South Boundary for Richard Clark Jr., and he knew he had to make a movie in Aiken using that backdrop.
By Charmain Z. Brackett
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Deputy's memorial, funeral announced

Richmond County sheriff's Deputy Alton Creech, who died Friday from injuries suffered in a motorcycle crash, will be buried Tuesday after a ceremony at First Baptist Church of Augusta,
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