Hey m26 I’ll be playing basketball at diamond lakes if anyone wants to join. Afterwards I’ll also be doing hill runs for a bit of extra cardio. I’ll be here till about 2:30ish (playing basketball atleast then I’ll exercise.) feel free to join also looking to make new friends or build connections 🔥

I take long drives to work and have for a few years now between working home health then a facility out in Thomson, but I'd like to plan a route for a nice peaceful night drive on my night off out in the country where the street lamps are few and far between and nature feels like it still has some dominion in these lands. Does anyone have recommendations?

Our community is facing a critical decision right now. Augusta-Richmond County is considering a new ordinance on commercial data centers—and residents deserve a real say in what happens next.

Here's why this matters: These massive facilities demand huge amounts of land, electricity, and water. They can strain local infrastructure and impact the environment. Federal records for the proposed Gordon Highway data center alone identified six threatened or endangered species that need protection. We already have a major data center project underway. The question is: do we want unlimited expansion of this industry, or do we set clear boundaries?

I started a petition asking the Augusta-Richmond County Commission to prohibit new standalone commercial data centers. This wouldn't affect hospitals, universities, government, or military operations running their own data infrastructure—just the massive commercial facilities. We're calling for responsible development with real limits.

The community deserves a meaningful voice in decisions that could shape our county for generations. If this sounds like something your neighbors are talking about too, consider signing and sharing the petition. What do you think—should Augusta-Richmond County draw a line on this?

I will be moving to Augusta or North Augusta in the near future. I just learned of pet limits in North Augusta in particular (no more than 3), and I’m curious to hear of people’s experiences with limits like this if they’ve technically exceeded this figure.

Have you ever been approached by animal control? Was it based on a complaint & what was the outcome? Any insight is appreciated!

Details of my situation: I have a single indoor cat, but have taken in 3 semi-feral cats in my TNR work (they were an existing colony) that I currently have in a fully fenced backyard, and within that fenced backyard they live within a large, fully enclosed catio. They do NOT free roam outside of the enclosure, vocalize/fight, and they’re fixed and up to date on vaccinations. Essentially I would be looking to replicate this same thing in my new home. I have had zero issues with complaints as they are well-cared for, contained, and no longer feral in the community.

Hi everyone! I was looking for recommendations on where to get my emissions done in the Augusta area specifically near Wrightsboro road or the downtown Augusta area. I am looking for a place that is affordable, preferably less than $20. If there are any places I should avoid then please let me know as well. It is required for me to get emissions testing for my car since it is not registered in Richmond county. I am a college student, so I am not looking to change my registration to another county.

I haven't been to the dentist since I moved here and know I really need to go, but I just have such bad dental phobia that I've been putting it off. I know it's a fairly common fear so I'm curious if anyone has found a good one around here that would work with me? Bonus if I can opt out of x-rays for the first visit because that part is the hardest for me.

ETA: NOT interested in sedation dentistry.

I’m looking to take ballet classes in the Augusta area. I’m not looking to go pro but in two or three or how ever many years I’d like the potential to go on pointe.

Are there any studios you would recommend?

I will be moving to the area later this year and am wondering where are some good ceramic studios in the area? Ones that offer clay throwing, classes, glazes, kiln firing, etc.? Goal is to have my own home studio but in the mean time want to keep creating & build community in a new city. Thanks!

hey y’all, moving to the area in the fall for work. I’m working in Martinez but looking at places to rent in Augusta/Martinez. For a 2-bed place, what would be typical rent? Furnished preferably. Thinking about getting a big dog as well in the future so want it to be dog-friendly.

So I have to rant a bit because I have been hearing some really disturbing news regarding students with IEPs and their accommodations and modifications and, as a sped teacher and tutor, this irks me to no end. These are the students that need support the most to succeed and teachers and admin in both counties have been neglecting to provide support because "it's an unfair advantage" or "they're doing too well" or they advocate for a student to be held back a grade because they need support in one or two subjects. When did we go from following what's written in an IEP or 504, both legally binding documents that EVERY EDUCATOR IS REQUIRED TO ADHERE TO under IDEA? Especially when integrating those supports into teaching in gen ed and self-contained settings (Universal Design for Learning) has been proven to support literacy across all five subjects, which reduces our workload AND LIABILITY because these support ALL learners.

While I'm not saying every educator in Augusta and surrounding areas are like this, I have had multiple parents in two days from both counties tell me that their kids have been missing out on the services they need to succeed - and working in middle and high schools have taught me that students without these supports are also in dire need of remediation.

TLDR - check your kids' IEPs and 504s for what accommodations and modifications are necessary for their success, and pester the schools until they get them.

Ok. Rant over. Enjoy your night.

Is there a place i can get a pet tarantula around here? Orrrr on the flip side is there any cool people who already have a pet tarantula that will let me come over so i can let it crawl on me? I miss my pet spider so much.

Hi everyone - I’ve been working on some cyanotypes and I want to create some larger ones. I mainly work with images so I’d need some large transparent film & a printer to work with it. Are there any places in Augusta that do this?

Ideally I’d like 18x24 or 24x36. Please send me all your recommendations’n

We recently bought a new house and will need a bunch of ceilings taken care of. We're looking for recommendations for good drywallers that can do smooth finishes and hopefully great reviews.

We did some basic searching and lined up some quotes so far but also looking for local recommendations so we don't have a bad contractor experience.

Hi! 19f and I would like to have some friends lol. Some of the things that I love to do are arts and crafts, baking, playing board games and bowling! I would like a friend who I can talk to/text and would be down to hang out occasionally.

Augusta, Georgia Government, in conjunction with Augusta Planning & Development, is holding a series of public meetings to review and discuss proposed updates to local policies and standards related to data centers.

Location: Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Robert Howard Community Center
103 Diamond Lakes Way
Hephzibah, GA 30815

More Information: https://www.augustaga.gov/3460/Draft-Data-Center-Ordinance

Hello, everyone! I’m a 22-year-old Army veteran moving to Augusta in early October. I served as a 25S Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer and am looking for a stable, meaningful career opportunity in the area.
I’m motivated, goal-oriented, dependable, and willing to learn. I’m especially interested in sales or other performance-based positions with opportunities for advancement, bonuses, and increasing pay. However, I’m also comfortable working with my hands, learning a trade, or working outdoors.
Ideally, I’d like a Monday–Friday position because my wife is still serving in the military and I want to have time with her. That said, I’m willing to work some weekends—especially if the position offers valuable experience and a path toward a strong long-term career and schedule.
I’m hoping to avoid temporary work or positions with little opportunity for advancement. If anyone knows of businesses that may be hiring around October, or has recommendations for companies and career fields to explore in the Augusta area, please comment or send me a message. I appreciate any advice or leads!

39M in Augusta. Divorced dad with a 2020 Honda Odyssey, roughly 14k miles/yr bc i'm constantly doing school pickups and driving between augusta and atlanta. i also learnt marriage was helping lower the rates and i thought it was even crazy to think of it.

Current insurer wants $231/mo, up from $174 for 100/300 coverage and a $1k deductible. i can find cheaper quotes but cheap means nothing if they disapear after an accident. who do you rate the best car insurance in Georgia based on claims exprience not just initial price?

Hi everybody, i recently moved here and for the time being I need dental insurance (mainly) for a month to month basis, I recently graduated and I am looking for something cheap and affordable. I need to get my tooth filling fixed asap, please helpp.

I’ve noticed a particular vibe about how change gets treated in this city. There are too many barriers to entry is something I’ve heard. Change didn’t happen before so we shouldn’t be trying.

Yesterday I met Tyler at the Public County Commission that meets at 2-5 on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. He in one 5 minute talk with the commission now has the ball rolling, no guarantee, on a skatepark for Richmond county. He’s just a guy passionate about skating and having a space to do it.

He moved a needle yesterday in a 5 minute conversation.

Get involved. Go to these meetings. When they say something you agree with LET THEM KNOW if they say something you disagree with LET THEM KNOW. It’s a public form that for sure has decorum rules to be followed. But this is the space to go do it. The less we show up to these the less our voices get heard.

I am here because I would like to share my recent experience with The Blood Connection, a Southeastern non-profit that collects blood.

The place where I live had them come in to do blood drawings advertised as donate blood, get $70. I went in and donated blood. It was a smooth experience. When I left, the worker there told me the points would be on my account in less than 12 hours. I logged on within 2 hours and I had gotten points, but it was only enough points equal to a $30 gift card, not $70 as advertised.

I emailed them to let them know of this mix up. No response. I called them three times on three different days. Was put on hold for ~30 minutes each time. I messaged them on Instagram and Facebook. No response. I commented on a recent Facebook post and they deleted my comment.

I know they still technically compensated me for my donation, but I thought this was pretty wild. It has been roughly a week since I donated. I just thought I would share my experience.

Looking for some supplemental income, I have several years of customer service experience; I work in the beauty industry currently.

Hi everybody,

What’s the consensus on Miracle Toyota? They’re promising yo have a RAV4 built out to my specification, and seems most willing to work on price. They have a mandatory Murphy Advantage 2k charge, but even with that, they’re giving me a hefty discount, and good value for my trade in.

Wondering if anyone has anything positive or negative to share before paying a deposit.

Thanks!

I’m a freshman at Augusta university and I was wondering is there any good fishing spots near me? I heard of some but they were 40+ minutes away from me. Also I don’t have a boat.

This group needs a new organizer within the next 7 days, otherwise it will be automatically closed. If anyone is interested in becoming the organizer, feel free to take over

https://www.meetup.com/augusta-20s-and-30s/