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Harlem gets ready for Oliver Hardy Festival to pay off
Last Updated: 10:21 AM 10/01/09 - It's almost October and that means one thing, it's time for the 21st annual Oliver Hardy Festival in Harlem.
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Richmond County Flu Clinics - September 21-25, 2009
Schedules for flu clinics in Richmond County.
Aiken Mall hosts Charity Bazaar
Last Updated: 8:50 PM 09/19/09 - The Aiken mall sponsored a Charity Bazaar allowing local nonprofit agencies to set up booths throughout the mall to raise money and awareness for their missions. More than 30 organization were set up in the mall.
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Augusta-Area 9/11 Remembrances
Last Updated: 7:50 AM 09/11/09 - Local observances of the Patriot Day holiday and remembrances of September 11, 2001.
Local pets need help getting home
Last Updated: 7:34 AM 08/12/09 - It's an unfortunate fact that pets often go missing. News 12 wants to help get pets back home with our Lost and Found Pets page.
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Time to Care Blood Give-In - August 21, 2009
Please take the time to care and donate blood at the Time to Care Blood Give In August 21st, 10am to 8:30pm at the First Baptist Church of Augusta.
Jessye Norman Benefit Concert in Augusta
Last Updated: 2:51 PM 07/29/09 - And her face and her voice are known around the world. She's performed for Kings, Queens and Presidents. But this week, Jessye Norman is back in her hometown of Augusta to sing for something she considers equally important- a local school.
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Time to Care Back to School Hotline - July 28, 2009
Representatives from Aiken, Burke, Columbia, Edgefield, McCormick, McDuffie and Richmond counties answered questions about what to expect this coming school year in Tuesday's Time to Care Back to School Hotline.
Stuff the Bus - August 1, 2009
Come out and help the United Way STUFF THE BUS with school supplies for at-risk children in the CSRA.
Area fireworks displays and 4th of July fun
You've got options when it comes to catching some fireworks and fun this holiday weekend.
Columbia Co. Cancels Red, White, and Blue Veterans Celebration
Last Updated: 2:08 PM 05/23/09 - The 9th annual event is cancelled due to the weather.
News 12's own to co-host Freedom Fund Banquet
Last Updated: 4:00 PM 05/22/09 - The Augusta Branch of the NAACP is holding its 35th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet this Saturday at the Doubletree Hotel.
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Barnwell events and traffic
Last Updated: 12:39 PM 05/22/09 - The Barnwell Police Department is sending out traffic information for this weekend’s events.
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Events for the Memorial Day weekend
Last Updated: 10:41 AM 05/22/09 - Looking for something to do over the weekend? There are lots of events scheduled to celebrate Memorial Day, beginning Saturday.
ASU offers Kids University this summer
Last Updated: 10:51 AM 05/19/09 - This summer, Augusta State University’s Continuing Education Division will again hold its popular Kids University.
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Family Fair raises hundreds for tornado victims
Last Updated: 11:40 AM 04/30/09 - News 12 and our Time to Care partners were on hand for the annual Time to Care Family Fair at the Augusta Common. The event raised $1600 for tornado victims.
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Time to Care Family Fair - April 25, 2009
News 12, Troy University, Subway and Taylor Auto Group present Time To Care Family Fair, April 25th from 11am to 4pm at the Augusta Common.
New web site welcomes veterans home
Last Updated: 8:57 AM 04/24/09 - The new "Returning Veterans" web site is designed to aid vets returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Barnwell Relay for Life will affect traffic
Last Updated: 1:22 PM 04/23/09 - All roads that lead onto the Circle with the exception of Main Street from Jackson Street in front of Vince’s Restaurant will be closed.
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Heart and Sole - March 7, 2009
The third annual Heart and Sole 5K walk, benefiting the MCG Children's Medical Center, is Saturday, March 7, 2009.
Electronics Shred Fest - Saturday, March 14, 2009
Got old, broken or unused electronic equipment? Don't trash it! Recycle it!
Smile for a Lifetime
News 12 is partnering with Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides braces for needy kids.
Heroes for the American Red Cross
When you become a Hero and raise $1,000 for the American Red Cross your money touches the lives of many families in many different ways.
New mercantile shop at Living History Park
Last Updated: 8:11 AM 12/18/08 - The Mercantile Shop was built by students at the College of the Builders Arts in Charleston.
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Richmond County: Christmas eve church services
Last Updated: 8:50 AM 12/23/08 - Here are some of the churches in Richmond County offering Christmas Eve services.
Columbia Co. Christmas Eve services
Last Updated: 8:18 AM 12/23/08 - Here is a list of Christmas eve church services for Columbia County.
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Aiken County: Christmas Eve church services
Last Updated: 8:11 AM 12/23/08 - Here is a list of services for Christmas Eve in Aiken County.
Military Holiday Greetings 2010
Click to view greetings from those stationed away from home to their family and friends in the Augusta area.
Time to Care Holiday Blood Give-In - December 16, 2009
December 16, First Baptist Church of Augusta, 10am - 8:30pm
Stuff a Truck - December 9 and December 12, 2008
Give back to your community by helping to stuff a truck full of toys and non-perishable food, to benefit the Salvation Army and the Golden Harvest Food Bank.
Columbia County Merchants Association Christmas Parade - December 7, 2008
The annual Columbia County Merchants Association Christmas Parade is Sunday, December 7 from 2 to 4 o'clock!
"Twas the Night Before..." Boat Parade - Watch Online!
The first annual Twas the Night Before Boat Parade was held Friday, December 5 in downtown Augusta. Click here to watch the parade or download a copy to keep!
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United States Army Signal Corps Band Holiday Concert - Watch Online!
The Army Signal Corps Band was joined by the ASU Wind Ensemble for the annual Holiday Concert at First Baptist Church in Augusta on December 4. Click here to watch the concert online!
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Area Christmas tree lightings
Last Updated: 2:15 PM 11/21/08 - Click for the dates of Christmas tree lightings in the area.
Italian Thanksgiving Feast raises $3853 for charity
Last Updated: 8:52 AM 11/25/08 - It was Thanksgiving, Italian-style Monday at the Garlic Clove in Evans, but it was more than just good food and fun. It was to help feed the hungry.
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Free Thanksgiving meals in the Augusta area
Last Updated: 4:24 PM 11/24/08 - News 12 is On Your Side with where you can find a free meal near you.
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Columbia County Fair closed due to weather
Last Updated: 1:39 PM 11/03/08 - Officials at the Columbia County Fair tell News 12 the fair is closed tonight due to inclement weather.
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Fairs close due to weather
Last Updated: 1:21 PM 10/24/08 - The Georgia-Carolina State Fair and the Western Carolina State Fair will be closed Friday due to the weather. They'll both reopen Saturday at noon.
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It's Spooky to be Hungry Collection Sites
Last Updated: 8:49 AM 10/24/08 - Click here for a list of collection sites and special events for the It's Spooky to be Hungry Food Drive.
Halloween activities around the area
Last Updated: 7:57 AM 10/24/08 - Click here to see a list of some of the Halloween events around the area.
Plenty of cheap entertainment in Augusta this fall
Last Updated: 3:51 PM 10/16/08 - Those cool, fall temperatures are on the way and that means fall fair and festival time. News 12 is on your side with how to make your money matter so you can make your weekends fun and affordable.
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Need help? Call 211
In these tough economic times, more and more of us are finding that we can't do it on our own. If you need help, you can call 211 to find out where to get it.
Opa! 19th Annual Greek Festival in Augusta
Last Updated: 8:21 AM 10/10/08 - You have a good reason to break a plate on purpose this weekend. The 19th annual Greek Festival is going on through Sunday.
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Time to sCare 2008
Kids 12 and under, come on down in your favorite costume to Time to sCare, today from 6 to 8pm!
University Hospital Mammogram Mobile Schedule
Last Updated: 10:43 AM 10/02/08 - Dates and locations for University Hospital's Mammogram Mobile.
Columbia County flu vaccine clinics start October 1
Last Updated: 11:16 AM 10/01/08 - The Columbia County Health Department will hold Influenza vaccine clinics for the public on the dates and locations posted below. All clinics will be held pending vaccine availability.
Halloween Safety Tips from MCG
Halloween can be tricky because it poses dangers for children. But here are some guidelines parents can use to help make sure the holiday is a treat for all.
Connect with Kids program launches in Augusta
Last Updated: 3:50 PM 09/25/08 - Connect with Kids offers help for parents and children and a way for them to start talking to each other. The organization produces videos and articles relating to parenting, school, gang, and other issues.
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Columbia County Flu Vaccine Schedule
Last Updated: 12:23 PM 09/19/08 - The Columbia County Health Department will hold Influenza vaccine clinics for the public on the dates and locations posted here.
Westobou Festival Kicks Off
Last Updated: 12:17 PM 09/19/08 - The Westobou Festival will be a 10-day celebration of the arts encompassing a variety of performances and presentations
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Wednesday, July 18:

Operation Employment Career Fair -- Warren Baptist Church, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
GOP 12th Congressional District Candidates Forum -- St. Paul's, 7 to 8 p.m.
Light the Night 2012 Kick-off -- Adventure Crossing, 6 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, July 19:

Time to Care Project at Camp Rainbow -- Rutledge, Ga.

Friday, July 27:

Back-to-School Bash -- Diamond Lakes Recreation Center, 2 to 5 p.m. Free school supplies, guest speakers, health screenings for school.

Thursday, Aug. 2:

Time to Care Back-to-School Hotline -- News 12, 3 to 7 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 11:

6th Annual Paddlefest to benefit the Savannah Riverkeeper

Tuesday, Aug. 21:

Time to Care Blood Give-In -- First Baptist Church of Augusta, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Augusta Metro Chamber Women in Business -- Augusta Marriott, 11:30 a.m.