We visit Augusta, Georgia. Home of professional golf's biggest and most prestigious tournament, "The Masters". Travel Vlog 191
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@TheZombiekiller900 Жыл бұрын
As someone born and raised in Augusta, its quite odd to see someone pass by and marvel at sights ive been seeing my whole life. Glad you enjoyed it!
@Division_785 ай бұрын
That’s what I said 😂
@chrisadamgreen2 жыл бұрын
This is where I live currently. Been here for 4 years now. I enjoy living here. It's very conveniently located about 1 hour to Columbia, SC, 2 hours from Atlanta and Savannah, 2.5 hours from Charlotte, Greenville and Charleston, as well as to both mountains and beaches, and 3.5 hours from Myrtle Beach and Jacksonville, FL. Augusta offers most of what you need from a major metro area, without all the traffic, and much more affordably.
@sunnyskye2132 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! U are truly in an ideal location....I grew up in a simular location & grateful I did!
@fastsetinthewest2 жыл бұрын
Hope you don't get Leukemia.
@joycelebaron25822 жыл бұрын
Yeah, seems like a great location and very nice city!
@qui12832 жыл бұрын
*AUG STAND UP*
@chrisadamgreen2 жыл бұрын
@@fastsetinthewest ?
@keithfaulk1354 Жыл бұрын
I love Augusta!! Lots of things to do and places to go! Great restaurants and places to shop!❤
@hudsonsgamingchannel334 Жыл бұрын
Born and raised and still live in Augusta. We never locked our doors and felt safe at night. But like most places in the US that’s not a good idea now. We are becoming a sprawl now a days. With the Army Base, the Medical College of Ga, the Dental college of Ga, two nuclear plants near by and Augusta University, Augusta draws people from all over. There are many beautiful places in Augusta as well as dingy rundown areas just like every city. It’s not a bad place to live. We are close to the ocean and the mountains. In 2 to 5 hours you can be either sitting on the beach or tubing down a mountain creek.
@lynnw20412 жыл бұрын
Famous Opera singer Jessye Norman was also from here. She went to Lucy Laney High School with my dad.
@KimomiRob2 жыл бұрын
There is a performing arts center and an amphitheater named after here as well.
@lynnw20412 жыл бұрын
My mom also reminded me and I don't know how I could forget, NFL football player Emerson Boozer was from here also. He and my dad's team won the 1962 state championship for black highschools.
@jssumner82 Жыл бұрын
My Mom moved to Augusta in the early 70s. My Grandparents lived here as my Grandfather did commercial construction and was part of building Ft Gordon. I moved here in 1982, lived with my Mom and her husband to attend Augusta College, now Augusta University. The classrooms at the time were former barracks. The Deans residence and admin building sat in front of a huge garden courtyard. walled in with brick wall that had rifle slits in the wall. I lived there 14 years but visit often when I visit Mom. I put myself through college working in many non franchise restaurants, The Green Jacket Restaurants in Daniel Village and Washington Rd. Goldsmiths on Broad St., Marlowes off Washington Rd. The Continental Rest Supper Club)at the hotel just across the entrance of the Augusta airport. Lots of great memories and it still feels like home. I always thought of it as a small city or big town. Love watching this video, I feel like I could share so much more with our tour guide here. I miss Fat Mans Forrest. I still have a Christmas tree from there that I got 1/2 off in July. I wrote a marketing paper on Fatmans.
@paulhoover38532 жыл бұрын
Enjoy your videos, always wanted to travel more, your helping me enjoy America thru your lens, like all the facts you give!
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Paul!
@aprylrittenhouse45622 жыл бұрын
My late father and I didn't see eye to eye on much but we bonded on watching gulf. Eversince I was Lil we watched it all the time. Sure miss him
@LS-zj7kv2 жыл бұрын
Although not worth mentioning by you, I am a lifelong resident of the Augusta area and this is also the home of the Prestigeous Sacred Heart Church. It is widely known for it's beautiful architecture.
@jackburch36622 жыл бұрын
Well, Sacred Heart Cultural Center now- it's been desanctified for many years, but it really is a marvel, both inside and out.
@fitemeirlm80692 жыл бұрын
The Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church is also excellent and has an interesting history. The altars were made in the North and then had to be smuggled past the Union blockade during the Civil War.
@cinnamongmc5430 Жыл бұрын
@@jackburch3662 You mean the Church with the homeless camp across the street under the bridge?
@marvelousbj57756 ай бұрын
Checking out your video of Augusta,ga I used to live and work in Augusta,a disc jockey for James Brown Radio , station ,WRDW 1480 am , on Eisenhower road , from 1974 to 1976, love the city, my daughter lives There, being a disc jockey and working for Mr. Brown was cool, I could tell you some stories.I visit there as often as I can, last visit 12 /24 / 23 my Birthday, plan to visit in August my daughter birthday , safe travels, Joe & Nic
@daysleeper72092 жыл бұрын
Please do Macon, GA! Since you like to start at rivers, you could start at the Otis Redding monument on the Ocmulgee River, which is at one edge of the downtown area.
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
It's on the list!
@AffectionateGlacier-fu4wo Жыл бұрын
Very good educational information and scenery videos 👌thanksa lot😅
@nonesuchtofu2 жыл бұрын
thank you for all those super interesting videos and narrations!
@kyleelsbernd75662 жыл бұрын
One of the best channels on KZbin. Love your leisurely & informative vibe. This is what old network TV could never provide, a pleasant guided tour and snapshot of America. I predict your views will continue to grow for many years to come on each episode.
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you for the great comment, Kyle. You made my day. :)
@jamesbasaldua1002 жыл бұрын
Another terrific video about your adventures sir. Take care and be safe. See you on your next video 📹.
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@thegreatadversary96622 жыл бұрын
@@JoeandNicsRoadTrip is there somewhere I can watch your d video's when you comically read news?
@HungrywolfGarou Жыл бұрын
Thanks for visiting our city! Just watched this after it was recommended by KZbin and now I've subscribed. Awesome content!
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@owenwoodall56422 жыл бұрын
About the only way you can the Augusta National is if you fly over. I drive by the course almost everyday and unless you work for the National you will never be able to see the course. It's even super hard to get tickets, unless you know someone who gets tickets. A lot of people rent out their houses for the week and go on vacation since spring break is that week for schools.
@paulknight53007 ай бұрын
You can go into a cemetery right next door and you can see the course
@RadioRescue2 жыл бұрын
Good to see Nicole is feeling better. Augusta is about 2 hours from me here in SC. I pass though when I go see my mom in GA. It's a nice town. Lots of hospitals Including the Augusta burn center The Va Hospital and the medical college of GA. Look forward to the SC videos!
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
It is a nice town. Most of it is quite beautiful.
@marywinn89532 жыл бұрын
I used to live just south of Augusta. Lived there because of my husband's job for 3 years. I enjoyed it, but the summers are sweltering.
@greenbrown77762 жыл бұрын
You have Augusta's geography in the bowl of the Sandhills to thank for that.
@turtle22472 жыл бұрын
Alright, after watching your video and reading the comments. I'll be heading out there to explore. Thank you sir and comment section for the recommendation.
@LivinginAugustaGeorgia2 жыл бұрын
You definitely should and when you do be sure to visit both counties...there's Richmond and Columbia County.
@kimseyracing2 жыл бұрын
Augusta USED to have The Augusta Cutting Horse Futurity every January in the James Brown Arena, but when the RONA hit, they moved it to Perry Ga. This event payed $millions and brought in people from all over the US.
@AllThatJazB Жыл бұрын
I went a few times
@denisesmith27452 жыл бұрын
I have been looking forward to this! It’s fantastic. Downtown is so gorgeous.. and the river. I learned so many interesting things. The Presbyterian Church is beautiful. I am going to have to get seafood for lunch. Both of yours looked delicious. The tee shirt is precious. I’m happy to see Nicole, too! Some people just make me feel good. That’s you two. I’m ready to see South Carolina next. My son went to boot camp there. It’s as he and I are riding with you! Thank you both so much!!
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!! :)
@zoidmo3388 Жыл бұрын
Luv seeing Nic on tour with you Jo. I agree with her, big difference betw tagging/slop graffiti & murals. You guys are so fortunate to be doing this travelling while young. Blessings be yours. Thx guys.
@mcwalton67212 жыл бұрын
The interior of the Miller Theater is stunning! It has been completely restored to it's original 1940's decor.
@Urbicide2 жыл бұрын
The water tower, where you were going to make a left hand turn, marks the location of the old Berkman's Road / Washington Rd intersection. The road ran parallel to the course since its founding. There was always a parking issue during the Master's Tournament. The National was able to finally buy out all of the homes along there, remove them, & turn the entire area into free parking for the patrons. Berkman's Rd was relocated several blocks to the west. It ties back in to the original location just south of the course. You were right in the fact that you were not going to get in to take in the sights. You would have to be the guest of a member.
@hubbsllc Жыл бұрын
No wonder I was confused by the video - I expected Berkmans to be by the water tower. Used to live off Berkmans just past the bottom of the hill.
@dannynorman46662 жыл бұрын
Really cool to see a video on my home town! I grew up in Augusta! Back in the 70's and 80's when I was there, it was a much smaller town. I used to ride my bicycle to Daniel Field Airport and watch the planes tak off and land. They would let us come up and hang out in the control tower for as long as we wanted to stay. Miss those days. Augusta is a great place.
@lynnhoffmann2472 жыл бұрын
I used to live there, too, back in the 60’s. Went to the Episcopal Day School when it was an old house (with the kindergarten and lower grades in another, newer building behind it). Also went to St. Paul’s Church…way before the river walk we used to play on the hill behind the church after services while the grownups chatted. We moved to NY in 1969.
@MeredithHammett2 жыл бұрын
Augusta WAS great. Not so much now sadly. But I believe this to be true for many cities.
@MeredithHammett2 жыл бұрын
@@lynnhoffmann247 EDS has grown so much. My landlord actually sold a big chunk of his land so the church could build this massive football stadium. And it's like, state of the art. It's beautiful.
@GaBoyInKy2 жыл бұрын
I grew up in Augusta from 1973 - 2016. Where you're at used to be a park covered with over growth until project Riverwalk. I know both sides Augusta/N. Augusta like the back of my hands. There is a reason why it will always be called dis-gusta.
@BobBridgesbob2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I don't live there anymore, but Augusta is my home town and thank you for showing it's real charm. It's a great city with so much potential!
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@PastorDanWhite2 жыл бұрын
Augusta was laid out by Oglethorpe. It was founded after Savannah. Augusta was the second largest cotton port next to Memphis.
@Urbicide2 жыл бұрын
Oglethorpe founded Augusta where it is because that was as far as the Savanna River was navigable. Just north, the river is shallow with lots of rock just below the surface. It is easy to see this from the I-20 bridge over the river.
@janetroesch9713 Жыл бұрын
Born & raised in Augusta, Ga. Many fond & happy memories. Hope Augusta continues to improve their city.
@bobmanfre50832 жыл бұрын
2:18. I am a virtuoso Kazoo and Accordion Player and I have performed at that Amphitheater many times during the 1990's and into the early 2000's. I mainly played Jazz and Blues, but gradually started to play more Rock & Roll.
@sheronturner87872 жыл бұрын
Good day to you and yours. As always love traveling with you. Watching from Jamaica 🇯🇲.
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sheron. :)
@leyrich19952 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing off our little city/big town. I was a little apprehensive at first because of the title but I believe you did an awesome job of fairly showcasing Augusta.
@kathleensheehan5582 Жыл бұрын
Born and raised here with many generations before me. If you ever get back downtown, check out Sacred Heart(former Catholic church, now cultural center) and also Hildebrandt’s grocery. It’s my family’s store and has been open in the same location since 1869! It’s no longer a grocery, but the German sandwich shop in the back is an Augusta tradition. If you leave downtown and head straight up Walton Way, you’ll see all the beautiful old turn of the century mansions. I enjoy your videos and it was fun cool to see my own town featured. 😊
@kayjones61472 жыл бұрын
Masters time in the Spring is the best time to visit Augusta. Blooming azaleas, dogwood trees, red bud trees, etc. It is a place of absolute beauty.
@jamiehoward3151 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely 💯
@moonshinewilson71812 жыл бұрын
Lord Spoda, I live in Augusta Georgia. The Miller Theatre was just renovated about 3 years ago and those abandoned houses, the city is doing something about it
@BillMorse-jr2ou Жыл бұрын
hopefully not just bulldozing them.... the little wooden houses have character and a charm that new homes can't match.... while the suburbs grow the older neighborhoods with a sense of place just rot....
@camelliaswagerty541410 ай бұрын
I moved from Tennessee, to Augusta when the River walk opened my husband took my daughter she was five years old and my visiting friends to see the River walk. My daughter got bit by a snake thereat the River in 1987 or 88. She was taken to the University hospital were she was allergic to the antidote shot. Her leg swelled up all the way to here hip. The doctor said nothing more they could do, but she told the dr. God will heal me. She missed the two weeks of starting kindergarten was disappointed but we enjoyed Augusta moved back to Tennessee after 17 years, there we lived on the South side of Augusta. There were many homes near the two hospital that need desperate work are demolished. Went back to visit our area 2007 was disappointed .Love you Augusta 🙏
@marthakierstead3415 Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous downtown and churches . Always happy to see Nic with you - from a Philly girl myself
@joebailey70282 жыл бұрын
You actually missed the entrance to the Augusta National. The light you were at is the old abandoned Berckman’s road which runs down the side of the property. The main entrance is actually a couple of hundred yards back up Washington Road.
@donnajacques3781 Жыл бұрын
I am from Augusta although not living there now. The changes I’ve seen in the last 50 years (I am almost 57) have been both enterprising and heartbreaking. I grew up on the south side of Richmond County. It’s not what it once was. Growth has moved west into Columbia a and McDuffie counties. Even Lincoln County, where my dad’s family is from, has not changed much but Richmond County, especially the south side, just breaks my heart whenever I go visit my family.
@donnajacques3781 Жыл бұрын
Even the RiverWalk isn’t the same. I would not go there at night. It was gorgeous when it was first built. Had several dates with my then boyfriend strolling along. 😢
@donnajacques3781 Жыл бұрын
They used to hold concerts at the amphitheater.
@donnajacques3781 Жыл бұрын
Ft Gordon is now Ft Eisenhower. Butterfly McQueen lived and died here.
@donnajacques3781 Жыл бұрын
Broad Street was the “happening” place before the Regency and Augusta Malls were built. Augusta Mall still in operation. Regency Mall closed years ago and has been left desolate. Wish you could have seen it back in the day.
@donnajacques3781 Жыл бұрын
You should look up the legend of the Haunted Pillar. Right off of Broad Street. I think it was finally destroyed but there are stories…… 😊
@noobskatesonora94672 жыл бұрын
I was born in Augusta and lived there until I was about 10. This brought back a lot of memories especially the river walk. A few years after moving to Atlanta I was fortunate enough to go to the masters after my dad's coworker hooked him up with some passes.
@karenpinner59132 жыл бұрын
I grew up in Augusta & lived there until I married & moved away. What a thoroughly enjoyable trip down Memory Lane with your video! BTW I attended a James Brown concert at the Bell Auditorium back in the 1960s. Fantastic Mr. Brown!
@marypeterson10532 жыл бұрын
Lived in Augusta in he late 60s across from St Mary's on the hill. Did go to the Augusta Master ot was awesome. Worked at style a rama beauty salon. Augusta has wonderful people.
@kathryn53888 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@jeremygowan70692 жыл бұрын
From Augusta ga nice to see you there haven't been home in 8 years or longer. So much history I have there!
@jonathonhansen60052 жыл бұрын
Always a joy to watch your videos. Thank you for sharing. Have a wonderful day!
@Marcella-e1oАй бұрын
Very informative. I like also how you shared eating, the local vibes, seafood, drinks and nice to be along the journey with you and your wife. I didn’t realize all those people are from Augusta… that old building that’s for sale, would be a beautiful condo place, several condos.
@johnnycashh71482 жыл бұрын
Looks like a beautiful place...and I could dig that platter you ordered. 😋
@emmawolfgramm1704 Жыл бұрын
This is a beautiful town, Augusta, Georgia and thanks for sharing. Really enjoying watching your videos and thank you, great job!
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@olinwright76282 жыл бұрын
Thank you again!
@sheilastahl6332 жыл бұрын
You did us proud. Thanks for a candid video.
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sheila. :)
@karenransom48742 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I have strong family roots in AGS. Both parents born and raised. Graduated high school. Mom retired and lives in AGS. You stayed pretty much in downtown, but there are beautiful places all throughout Richmond County. Safe travels!!!!
@ruthlessgoat3702 Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite authors is Dan Jenkins, a writer of hilarious sports "fiction". In the novel "You Gotta Play Hurt", he describes a year's worth of coverage as a sports writer, of major sports events. One of those events, of course, is the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta. The satire is blistering, and right on point.
@learycogic2 жыл бұрын
I've been here since 92. That is the riverwalk which alot people don't know it's actually a levy keeping the Savannah river from overflowing into the city. Something similar to New Orleans. There are pictures along the walk way showing the floods that took place years ago.
@alicelee71022 жыл бұрын
Frank Yerby, famous author, and Jersey Norman, famous opera singer were also born here. We love Augusta.
@PastorDanWhite2 жыл бұрын
There was a great controversy by South Carolina on building the first bridge. They wanted the cotton from Carolina to go to Charleston instead of Savannah. After the RR bridge was built, it opened the door for cotton to be shipped to Savannah then to mills in New England and England.
@giminai80002 жыл бұрын
It nice to see you touring my home town I was born in Augusta in the city of Statesboro I haven’t been there in years, it’s also sad to see the state of some of the houses, I also want to thank you as I learned a few new things I didn’t know about Augusta
@Gh0zT-7772 жыл бұрын
U mean you were borned in Georgia in city of Statesboro......
@giminai80002 жыл бұрын
@@Gh0zT-777 yeah I lived there in my younger years
@sharonfields59622 жыл бұрын
Not to be so intense but how were born in Augusta but you mention that Statesboro those are two different cities in Ga what I say this is that I live in Savannah and I travel both Cities from time too time … just a question not understanding your comment
@giminai80002 жыл бұрын
@@sharonfields5962 we officially lived and had our house in Augusta I was only born in a Statesboro hospital
@loko77112 жыл бұрын
I'm from Augusta and I never new why commissioner's don't say or do anything about all the run down and abandon properties, it's depressing but glad you showed them 😎
@22cashout62 жыл бұрын
that new mayor definitely on the way to fixing them problems but again augusta starting to become over crowded lol
@lillypad99602 жыл бұрын
Your videos are quiet, interesting and informative. I enjoy watching them. Thank you for sharing. Blessings from Michigan
@perseus52852 жыл бұрын
By the river walk down by all the boats, there's a trail that goes way on past that, and there's an abandoned train station out there that's pretty cool to see
@berrywalton3918 Жыл бұрын
James Brown is from Augusta and the oldest high school in the nation is there as well... Richmond Academy
@deborah97182 жыл бұрын
I was stationed at Ft Gordin back in 71 and it was a nice looking, growing place. Clean back then for sure.
@gatorgogo27422 жыл бұрын
Such a lovely town! I could be happy there. Thanks for finding cats. LOL ooooh, a toilet with a view from the front porch. hahahaha Atta girl, Nicole! Tell it like it is! That was ugly!! and you were impressive reading that number! Thanks for the video!
@jamesnix96972 жыл бұрын
As always great video!!! I was shocked seeing all the empty abandoned places!! Good to see NICOLE!!! Been a while!!! Hi!! Anyways still enjoying all you do!!! Both of you!!! But you are making me VERY HUNGRY!!! 😅😅
@jamiehoward3151 Жыл бұрын
I was born and raised and still living in Augusta. I live in the neighborhood across the street from the Masters Golf tournament course. I love it here. It's a kinda big city with a small town feel. The downtown is slowly being revamped, Thankfully. Next time you're here, you need to go to Sconyers Bar-B-Q. IT'S in South Augusta. Best barbecue in the south.
@PrincessStayTiny Жыл бұрын
Great video! I live here and you definitely won’t be able to get on masters grounds without being a guest of one of the Green Jackets AKA members. Or during tournament week you buy a ticket you can see it. Unless you work during that week and you can see some of the ins and outs of the tournament
@DuhartCreek2 жыл бұрын
I was raised in Augusta. On Saturdays I would take the bus to downtown and go to the Imperial Theater. In the morning it was kids day, take your Pepsi or Coke bottle caps to get in. A very small building beside the Imperial was Snappys Hamburgers, the forerunner of Krystal. In those days a 10 year old could ride the bus with no fear.
@royhubbard90752 жыл бұрын
I loved Snappys Hambugers.
@markgolden87102 жыл бұрын
The Pepsi- Kelly buddy club, rode our bikes over from North Augusta on Saturday morning. Good times!
@sharonfields59622 жыл бұрын
Savannah native truly enjoyed your video often travel to Augusta to visit family 👍
@marywalker28962 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this one. Excited to see it posted. Great video. Never been to August but been to savanna. Augusta beautiful little city. Sad about the abandoned homes. Love traveling with you all . So glad to see Nicole is back and feeling much better. God bless and safe travels.
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Mary!!
@MG2000MDPHD2 жыл бұрын
The river was like glass. I love to see so many house styles that remind me of how my town used to be in the 70s. My block is so much different today than it was back then, working class people too, now not so much. Rundown time capsules, fascinating and sad.
@saviinicole22002 жыл бұрын
I just love your videos. They’re so soothing to watch.
@lakeiagriffin22542 жыл бұрын
Everything some one does a video on augusta they always do downtown and Washington rd. Try coming out to Hephzibah, Martinez, Evans, places like that is a good representation of aigusta too
@LivinginAugustaGeorgia2 жыл бұрын
Looks like he primarily focuses on downtown areas so naming the video Downtown Augusta instead would have been more accurate particularly since he didn't show all of Augusta and the surrounding areas. There was lots missed in Laney Walker and the Bethlehem area where new homes and renovations are going on. Other than that...nice video with great sharing of Augusta's history.
@HaveKayaksWillTravel2 жыл бұрын
It is AWESOME to watch how fast your channel is growing. Congratulations. Keep up the great work. 😃 We watch every video. #swervygang Ken and Vanessa.
@onthespotwithtaalibah9832 жыл бұрын
You guys are too cute eating dinner and making jokes.😊 Food looks delicious. Stay safe.
@teresapack47882 жыл бұрын
I am from here and the citizens of this town have complained and complained about the abandoned homes and the government does nothing. The government is a shambles and has been for decades.
@scottodonnell71212 жыл бұрын
I was stationed at Ft. Gordon from 1976-78. Had some great times there. Augusta was a fine city then.
@highwayrider91652 жыл бұрын
I really like the way you explain and explore places where people must go and live peacefully... I love USA
@gregkerr7252 жыл бұрын
We travel down I-20 a lot from ATL metro to see Grandkids in Charlotte and I've always loved all the rapids and rocks in the river where I-20 crosses it. I've also thought I should check out the walking trail along the Augusta canal which parallels that section of the river.....dug in hopes of being able to let boats navigate around the shoals area. I hear it's a popular place to canoe and kayak and fishing is supposed to be good in the shoal area of the river. BTW...I love your videos!!!
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Greg!!
@greenbrown77762 жыл бұрын
You should definitely check out the trails along the river and the canal. Very much worth it.
@royhubbard90752 жыл бұрын
The canal was dug to bring power to the mills that made cloth out of all the cotton around here.
@Urbicide2 жыл бұрын
The headwaters of the Augusta Canal is one of my favorite places to go.
@jamiehoward3151 Жыл бұрын
The rapids are also beautiful.
@mrmusiclover41785 ай бұрын
Ty Cobb was from Augusta, as was James Brown. A huge number of the locals work at the nearby Savannah River Site across the river. Most Augusta people now live in Columbia County, GA,. But I remember when the downtown was very lively, and there was nothing much in Columbia Co.
@sandracloke62682 жыл бұрын
Augusta does have its bad neighborhoods as well as upscale ones and downtown comes and goes as far as progressing and regressing depending on who is in power in Richmond County. However, it's still a great place to live. The suburbs - Evans and Grovetown in Columbia County - are constantly growing and don't have the crime rate that Augusta has. Very interesting video, thank you for showing the rest of the nation our great city.
@Urbicide2 жыл бұрын
A huge employer of the region was the Savannah River Plant, across the river & down stream in SC. They made plutonium for many years. Currently, for many years, they have been trying to clean up the location, now known as the Savannah River Site.
@michaelrogersjr.91182 жыл бұрын
I went to the seafood restaurant you went to today for lunch. Had the fried pickles. They were good. It was on the expensive side if anyone reads this and goes. The total for my lunch was $35. The whole lunch was great and quite tasty, though. Thank you for the review. I also saw the James Brown wall painting today. That was really cool to look at. Haven't seen the statue yet, though, in person.
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
The statue is close to the mural. :)
@allensmith90122 жыл бұрын
That is a great place for a meal, also you need to try Rhinehart's Oyster Bar not to far from you on Belair Road in Evans Ga.
@donnajacques3781 Жыл бұрын
Thanks you for the trip home without leaving my sofa in WV.
@Sean-ku8pc2 жыл бұрын
It’s a shame you came here during the winter. It gets hot towards late spring and summer but the foliage being green seriously improves the livelihood of the area.
@dariomendoza1912 жыл бұрын
i lived in Augusta for almost 14 years Great memories Thers Good and bad in every place!!
@horseplop92 жыл бұрын
I needed me a little spoda today. Old school augusta. Thanks again
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, UC!!
@oldladywithcats2062 жыл бұрын
Have l8ved here since 2003. Is a really nice area. Like every town, has its not so nice areas, but so many nice place.
@vannjunkin80412 жыл бұрын
Looks like the Riverwalk has been further developed.. I was stationed there at Ft Gordon.
@n7y8c72 жыл бұрын
It's come a really long way. Once upon a time, the only thing down there was just the Port Royal condos.
@vannjunkin80412 жыл бұрын
@@n7y8c7 that sounds about like 1995 lol
@JMDogg11 ай бұрын
@@vannjunkin8041 Port Royal opened in 92 but Augusta wasn't rich enough for it then they changed it to Fort Discovery
@marcodarko69412 жыл бұрын
Living in America.. 🎤🕺🎶
@gamblemedia63952 жыл бұрын
Its cheaper to build new homes than renovate/tear down and rebuild. and there is no shortage of land in nearby towns where they can do so.
@gingertom2768 Жыл бұрын
Love the porches you have , we don't have those here in England
@patcolston29012 жыл бұрын
I was glad that you told the denominations of the Church's. The South has some beautiful Churches. Especially in S C.
@janicesuddath97372 жыл бұрын
Love the old buildings here
@lamaze22952 жыл бұрын
Ive been living just across the river for the last 18 years. CSRA is a great place to live.
@Spongyloam2 жыл бұрын
12:20 ❤😄 From a British guy -Enjoy the journey. Enjoy the memories. Keep on sharing them with us & stay safe. 👍
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!! :)
@Canada-life-nature2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏 for sharing with us
@JoeandNicsRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!! :)
@zacharyharris79002 жыл бұрын
Gd morning Sir, Incase you did forget or unware one other famous person born in Augusta, Ga. was James Brown the musician.
@hubbsllc Жыл бұрын
Brown was born in Barnwell, SC, and he's all over parts of the video you didn't see.
@PastorDanWhite2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks. I live in Columbia County which is west of Richmond. Retired 8th grade Georgia History teacher.
@itsallhungup67482 жыл бұрын
I have lived in Augusta my whole life. It has grown a ton in the last 35 years. But I have never been able to see the golf course.
@bernicewise83132 жыл бұрын
WOW!
@brendaz92222 жыл бұрын
I love all the great architecture of the old days, too bad it is a lost art and the modern look has taken its place.