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Kōtui Ako | Virtual Learning Network Aotearoa Pānui - July 2026
Kia ora koutou katoa, Kia orāna, Talofa lava, Malo e lelei, Nĭ hăo 你好, Annyoung haseyo 안녕하세요, Namaste, Assalām alaikum, Hola, Bonjour, Hallo! As the Matariki cluster rises into our winter skies, it heralds a welcome period of whakaaro—a time to pause, remember those who preceded us, celebrate our current achievements, and look forward to the promise of the future.
Columbus schools plan a bold step for taxpayers, Columbus kids| Opinion
Jan. 24, 2026, 4:37 a.m. ET Columbus City Schools passed a Safe Green Schools Policy to address climate change and financial issues. Amanda King is a parent with two children at Indianola Informal K-8 and an affordable housing development consultant. Public schools are in the business of preparing children for success when they become adults.
Nobody Knows the Glory: Karamu Artists Inc. and Cleveland’s Black Art Resurgence
Eighty years after Karamu Artists Inc.’s 1941 exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art, CMA highlights the collective’s role in shaping Cleveland’s Black arts scene and its broader cultural influence, with Karamu Artists Inc.: Printmaking, Race, and Community. The exhibition opens March 23. In 1938, the United States was enmeshed in unflinching racial segregation and widespread poverty.
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How to evolve an SEO strategy: Key elements to review Original
An effective SEO strategy must evolve over time to account for changes within your company and the broader digital landscape. An annual review is key to keeping your approach up to date and results-driven. This article outlines critical internal and external elements you need to assess when refreshing your SEO plan, from website changes to competitive shifts to algorithm updates.
How to create an SEO roadmap Original
When implementing an SEO strategy, a document roadmap is crucial for several reasons: It serves as your daily guide. It represents what non-SEO professionals perceive as SEO – a practical checklist of tasks. It provides a structure to communicate expectations with stakeholders. A solid, well-researched strategy is best complemented with an SEO roadmap in Google Sheets or a tool like Jira or Asana. Ideally, leverage the technologies your teams are already using.
Why you should prep your holiday SEO campaigns now and how Original
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Christmas, Boxing Day, and all the other holiday shopping days are not too far away. Really. Black Friday is just over 90 days away as of this writing. If you have a client or business dependent on the seasonal end-of-year holidays for revenue, there are a few reasons why you should already be actively preparing your SEO campaigns for the holiday season: It can take eight weeks (or more) to index a page, if it gets indexed at all.
Information gain in SEO: What it is and why it matters
A Google patent on “information gain score” was granted in June 2022. I believe it’s no coincidence that several algorithm updates – including the helpful content update – followed. Is information gain score a key way for Google to prioritize valuable content that is “original, high-quality, people-first content demonstrating qualities E-E-A-T”? My hypothesis: yes. Here’s why. What is an information gain score?
Our favourite recipes to enjoy this spring
Sightings of snowdrops, lighter nights past 5pm, and hot cross buns everywhere you look can only mean one thing; spring is on its way. It also means time to welcome delicious springtime fruits and veggies like fresh asparagus and strawberries. If you’re in search of spring-time inspiration, we listed our favourite recipes to create and enjoy – everything from roast chicken soup to a leg of lamb and rejuvenating salads. These recipes may inspire your Easter celebration plans.
Celebrate British Pie Week with our top pie recipes
With British Pie Week here (6-12th March), we’ve comPIEled a list of our most delicious pie recipes for you to devour. Although we can see spring approaching, the weather is still too chilly, and the nights are still too dark for us to be sprightly.
Pure Plant-Based Grated - the new cheese on the block
Veganuary may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean you need to give up your newly adopted plant-based diet, especially if you’ve enjoyed the challenge of switching from meat-focused meals! Whether you’re attempting a vegan diet for ethical, environmental or health reasons, Pure Dairy-Free has launched a new product to help you stay on track.
10 Reasons I Hated the Smokies
My name is Amanda but on the Appalachian Trail, I go by Moss. How did I get the trail name Moss? We’ll get into that later. For now, I must explain why you are just now hearing from me when I’m over four hundred miles into my thru hike. Well, back in September 2021, I applied and was accepted to be a Trek blogger.A month before my hike began, I emailed Zach and told him I no longer was interested in writing for the Trek; I just wanted to hike.
Wreck on Central Avenue leaves one dead after vehicle catches fire
One man died in a single vehicle accident on Central Avenue before 2:30 a.m. Saturday. According to reports, Jarrad Quarles, 31, of the 1200 block of Marks Church Road was traveling westbound on Central Avenue when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. The vehicle caught fire. Quarles was pronounced dead at 3:15 a.m. by the Richmond County Coroner's Office.
Kiokee Baptist Church celebrating 250 years because of 1 man's arresting sermon in court
Leaders of Kiokee Baptist Church in Appling say the church has had a tremendous ripple effect on the Augusta area since it began in 1772, including planting numerous churches and sending missionaries into the world. But Kiokee's ripple effect would never have gotten started if it weren't for one man willing to make waves.
From spoken word to space exploration – local teens get serious with first TEDxYouth event
AUG is a common abbreviation for Augusta. It can be found on hats, shirts, cups and other trinkets. But five Columbia County teens want it to be remembered for something else – adapt, unite and grow. That's the theme for the first TEDxYouth@LakeOlmestead scheduled for this Saturday at the Georgia Cyber Center. Lakeside High School senior Reeya Verma secured the license for the Augusta event in August and began to assemble a team of leaders her age to help organize the event.
Motorist dies in Columbia County collision on Washington Road Thursday
An Augusta man is dead after a wreck on Washington Road on Thursday morning. According to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, an Augusta woman was driving east on Washington Road near Kroger Road around 9 a.m. when Michael Anthony Moorer, who was traveling west on Washington Road, swerved to avoid hitting a stopped vehicle. Moorer, who was not wearing a seatbelt, struck the woman's Pontiac head on, the sheriff's office said. He was pronounced dead.
Augusta synagogue to celebrate 175th anniversary with hopes of unifying community
Across the desk from Congregation Children of Israel Rabbi Shai Beloosesky sits a framed photograph of him with an Episcopal minister and Muslim leader offering a worship service following the shooting at a synagogue in Pittsburgh. Beloosesky said despite the reason for the service, it was a unifying moment and one he hopes to repeat with the celebration of his congregation's 175th anniversary in March. "It's about (being) united," he said.
'We do not provide pornography': Columbia County addresses book ban request, rumors
A literary classic will continue to live on the shelves of Columbia County School District media centers and classrooms after a reading committee decided to take no action when a parent filed an appeal with the district to remove "To Kill a Mockingbird." At Tuesday's Board of Education work session, Associate Superintendent Michele Sherman said that the decision was reached after a rigorous process of reviewing the material, which is the first to reach the appeals committee this year.
Just married: Twosome ties knot with 'Twosday' wedding at courthouse
When Tanisha Williams of Augusta set a wedding date for Feb. 22, 2022, after getting engaged to Bryan Williams of North Augusta a year and a half ago, she envisioned a big church with all of her family present. After those plans fell through, a relative told her that the Richmond County Courthouse would hold wedding ceremonies for couples on what is referred to as "Twosday" since the palindrome date fell on Tuesday. "I was still able to keep my date so that was exciting," Tanisha said.
Immersive Van Gogh experience is way to expose world to art 4 trillion pixels at a time
Original paintings by Vincent Van Gogh can be viewed all over the world at museums including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the Musee D'Orsay in Paris and, of course, the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. But this summer, you'll be able to step into projections of his works – including Starry Night – in Augusta's own James Brown Arena. Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience will be open to the public May 21-June 26.
For Black History Month, youth theater creates learning opportunity for cast, audience
A woman fighting against racism and sexism and battling the court system for custody of her child sounds like a story ripped from today's headlines, but the Augusta Jr. Players are learning that this story has been happening for a long time. One of the pioneers for enslaved people emerging from freedom was Sojourner Truth.
State superintendent addresses book censorship, CRT, jobs on Columbia County schools visit
Georgia Department of Education Superintendent Dr. Richard Woods – in town visiting schools in the Columbia County School District on Thursday – spoke about a number of hot button items including parent complaints about reading materials in school libraries and classrooms. "We want to make sure what is presented to them is decent, we want to make sure it's appropriate for whatever age they are and that it benefits their academic progress and that's what we're ultimately about," Woods said.
Six days a week: Augusta's Broadway star working full time to reprise Mozart to Motown
It takes a lot of work and manpower for a "one-man show," but it's something Broadway veteran and Augusta native Russell Joel Brown is accustomed to. Brown is bringing his popular Mozart to Motown show back to Augusta on Feb. 18 at the Miller Theater and working six days a week on the production, he said. "Russell lives the show," sound designer Trey Maxwell said. "He is a wonderful, creative talent." Even working around the clock, a one-man show still needs a small army to pull off.
From escape rooms to salt caves, Augusta has some unique opportunities for fun
If you're looking for a unique date night or an outing with friends, the Augusta area has a few options. Sure, you can go for dinner and a movie (that's always fun), but why not escape your daily routine with an escape room adventure? Or try your hand at axe-throwing? How about spending a few hours relaxing in a salt cave or feeling "doctor fish" nibbling at your toes? You can get crafty with candles or clay, or even channel your inner Masters champion hitting a bucket of balls.
Columbia, Richmond County schools on track with previous COVID trends
On trend with last year's post-Christmas spike and then decline, two school districts reported lower positive COVID-19 cases this week. The Columbia County School District dropped from 719 student cases and 148 employee cases the week of Jan. 17-21 to 399 students and 76 employee cases in this week's report released Friday on ccboe.net.
Staff absences have been biggest strain, Columbia County schools chief says
As COVID-19 cases remain above 800 in the Columbia County School District, Dr. Steven Flynt says the biggest strain has been the number of staff absences. Those absences have resulted in employees having to fill in for one another, the superintendent said at Tuesday night's Board of Education work session. In its weekly report released Friday, 719 students and 148 employees had tested positive.
Free Acorn Cakes and whoopie pies: Eateries list treats for Columbia County Restaurant Week Original
The Chicken Cake is a signature dish at the Acorn Restaurant at Red Oak Manor. Renee Meyer Dean and her family have owned and managed the Acorn Restaurant in Harlem for 13 years and know that January is usually the slowest time of the year for the restaurant industry. "Everyone's recovering from the holidays and probably overspending and probably overeating, so January is historically a quiet month for the restaurant business," she said.
Augusta Brunch House makes Yelp’s top 100 restaurants list Original
AUGUSTA, Ga. Nestled in the former Whistle Stop Cafe on Greene Street sits one of Augusta’s newest gems — although it’s bound to get a lot more attention after being named to Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S. Brunch House of Augusta made its debut in the Garden City last February and is already at No. 51 on the list that includes everything from fine dining to food trucks.
The National Weather Service warns of icy road conditions in Augusta Original
The Augusta area got a glimpse of a snow and freezing rain Friday night. Forecasters with the National Weather Service said it recorded three-tenths of an inch of rain and freezing rain as well as three-tenths of an inch of snow. While the snow still lingers on the ground, so does some danger – the National Weather Service said some roads in Columbia, Richmond, Aiken, Burke, Edgefield, Lincoln, McDuffie and McCormick will remain slick after the snow and rainfall.
'Elevated diner food': Brunch House of Augusta makes Yelp's top 100 restaurants list
Nestled in the former Whistle Stop Cafe on Greene Street sits one of Augusta's newest gems — although it's bound to get a lot more attention after being named to Yelp's Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S. Brunch House of Augusta made its debut in the Garden City last February and is already at No. 51 on the list that includes everything from fine dining to food trucks.
'Stop the violence': Arbrie Anthony's father, community march to remember 8-year-old Original
Arbrie Anthony loved the color purple. She enjoyed doing TikTok challenges and – like most little girls – unicorns. Her father, Arthur Anthony, donned a headband with a unicorn and splashes of purple across a picture of his 8-year-old daughter Saturday as he joined nearly 50 others ito honor her memory. Arbrie was shot and killed Jan. 8 during a drive by shooting in Augusta.
Winter weather advisory for Augusta area begins Sunday at midnight
Several cities and towns in the Augusta area are under a winter weather advisory beginning at midnight. Freezing rain is expected in Thomson, Martinez, Evans, Augusta, Hephzibah, Aiken and North Augusta according to a notice from the National Weather Service. Ice accumulations may reach one tenth of an inch and winds gusts may get as high as 35 miles per hour. The advisory is in effect until 4 p.m. Sunday. Read More:Gov. Brian Kemp declares state of emergency ahead of winter storm in North Georgia
3 Distinguished Americans, Medal of Honor recipient to be honored at Jimmie Dyess Symposium
Retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Perry Smith hosts honorees for the Jimmie Dyess Symposium in 2017. This year's event will be virtual. These days, Jimmie Dyess is a name known to many travelers on Augusta roadways with the parkway named in his honor, but he is also a citizen and Medal of Honor recipient dedicated to community service.
3 Distinguished Americans, Medal of Honor recipient to be honored at Jimmie Dyess Symposium
These days, Jimmie Dyess is a name known to many travelers on Augusta roadways with the parkway named in his honor, but he is also a citizen and Medal of Honor recipient dedicated to community service. To honor him, the Augusta Museum of History holds the Jimmie Dyess Symposium each year and recognizes individuals for their service with the Distinguished American Award.
Grovetown Middle student starts Panda Cakes Family Food meal business
Micah Sweat loves to see people smile. And what better way to do that than give them food? The 11-year-old student at Grovetown Middle School has been preparing food since he was four and has a wide collection of cooking utensils and gadgets already. He even prepares dinner for his own family most nights and has it ready when his mom is done with work. "He has a whole garage cabinet full of different cooking gadgets," his mom, Holly O'Brien, said.
'He has a gift for storytelling': Best selling author Jason Reynolds to speak virtually
When Dr. Rebecca Harper, an associate professor of language and literacy and director of the Augusta University Writing Project, met author Jason Reynolds at a literary conference several years ago, she knew the author had something others didn't. "He has a gift for storytelling," she said.
Got a New Year's resolution? Augusta professor offers 'S.M.A.R.T.' tips for success
In just a few days, the world will celebrate the beginning of a new year and with it, the hope of a new start, setting goals or resolutions for the upcoming 365 days. For some, the changes will come easily and goals will be accomplished without a hiccup. For others, life, obstacles and other things will get in the way. Amy Morin, a psychotherapist and editor-in-chief at VeryWell Mind, told USA Today that most resolutions fail by Jan. 18.
Foundation helps families living with HIV/AIDS with Christmas gifts, coats
Bridget Lynch can remember going to various appointments with her sister, Iris Lynch, after she was diagnosed with HIV in 1997. At doctor's visits and appointments with the Georgia Department of Public Health, she noticed that the virus hit a wide range of ages and demographics. "I was seeing people walk in with their power suits and their briefcases, and it just shows you that HIV does not discriminate," Lynch said. She was especially surprised at the young children walking into the clinics.
Wreaths Across America to be held this weekend. Here are the details.
Christmas wreaths are a tradition during the holiday season. But for many, the greenery stands for much more than that – remember, honor and teach. That is the motto for Wreaths Across America which began quietly in the 1990s after Murrill Worcester, owner of Worcester Wreaths in Maine, had a surplus of wreaths one holiday season. He reflected on a trip to Arlington Cemetery as a boy and decided to put his extra supply to good use by laying wreaths on the graves of veterans.
Don't miss Augusta native competing in Miss America contest Thursday night
Lakeside High School graduate Karson Pennington will join 50 other contestants as she appears as Miss Georgia in the Miss America contest this week.
'Grief is unique': Counselor, pastors offer tips, services for coping during the holidays
Not everyone finds the holidays to be a cheerful time. Whether it's the loss of a family member, painful memories from previous holidays or ongoing battles with depression, the holidays can be dreaded more than celebrated. Vineyard Community Church Pastor Jeff Miller has seen and experienced a great deal of grief over the past year with deaths from COVID-19 in his congregation and the unexpected death of his own brother to cancer.
Augusta Christmas parade canceled; won't be rescheduled
The 2021 Augusta Christmas parade has been canceled due to weather. According to a Facebook post by the Downtown Development Authority of Augusta, the Augusta Christmas parade scheduled for 6 p.m. today has been canceled as storms loom in the area. "Out of an abundance of caution for the safety and wellbeing of the public, the organizing parties have made the painful decision to cancel today's Augusta Christmas Parade," the post read.
No plans to reschedule downtown Augusta Christmas parade
According to a Facebook post by the Downtown Development Authority of Augusta, the Augusta Christmas parade scheduled for 6 p.m. today has been canceled as storms loom in the area. "Out of an abundance of caution for the safety and wellbeing of the public, the organizing parties have made the painful decision to cancel today's Augusta Christmas Parade," the post read.
Waynesboro GA man dies in collision on Mike Padgett Highway
A Waynesboro man died Wednesday morning after pulling onto Mike Padgett Highway. According to the Richmond County Coroner’s Office, Daniel Oliver, 33, pulled out of a parking lot near McCombs Road to travel north on the highway when a vehicle traveling southbound hit his vehicle on the driver's side. Oliver was pronounced dead on the scene at 5:45 a.m. The Coroner's Office is investigating the accident.
Threats toward Burke County High School posted to YikYak, school closed
After a third threat to the school in just two days, Burke County High School announced via a Facebook post Thursday night that it would close its doors today. A direct threat had been sent to the school's principal. The email was sent at 4:20 p.m.Thursday.
Find your sweet spot: Local eateries feature unique desserts to fill cravings
The Augusta area has long had its fair share of creative dining venues, and, more recently, the scene has grown to include delectable dessert locations. It is certainly sweet to take a seat, select from a scrumptious menu and indulge in everything from edible cookie dough to shaved ice delicacies, traditional cakes and pies to funnel cakes.
Columbia County elementary school employee arrested on drug charges
A nutrition manager at Cedar Ridge Elementary School has been arrested on charges of possession of methamphetamine found at the school, according to a press release from the Grovetown Department of Public Safety. At approximately 8:30 a.m., the department responded to the school where a small amount of methamphetamine had been found in an employee restroom in the kitchen. After an investigation, the department believes that it belonged to Kelley Nile, nutritional manager.
Here are the road closures around the Augusta-area this weekend for Christmas parades
'Tis the season for Christmas parades and with that – road closures. The Grovetown, North Augusta and Columbia County parades will affect traffic patterns this weekend. Festivities kick off Saturday, Dec. 4, with the Grovetown Christmas parade at 10 a.m. The following portions of roads will close at 9 a.m.: John Huffman at Augusta Tech to Horizon South Parkway Horizon South Parkway to Wrightsboro Road Wrightsboro Road to Robinson Avenue Harlem-Grovetown Road and Trudeau Trail On Sunday, Dec.
'Life has just changed': Recovering alcoholic thankful for life after intervention, rehab
Derrill Deal of Martinez has a lot to be thankful for this year – the 57-year-old is preparing to close on a new home for the first time in his life, he recently started a new job with a home builder and he's closer to his family than he has ever been. But the biggest thing he is grateful for is a lunch meeting with a family member earlier this year that put these things into motion for him. Deal started drinking heavily at age 15.
For Small Business Saturday, local shop owners tout customer service, personal touch
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas and America's Main Streets are ready for one of their biggest days of the year – Small Business Saturday on Nov. 27. Small Business Saturday began in 2010 as an effort to boost small business sales as many consumers preferred big box stores over locally owned locations. According to the Small Business Administration, Americans spent $19.6 billion on Small Business Saturday in 2019.
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