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Augusta, Georgia Receives 2023 Georgia County Excellence Award

The CSRA has been growing each day and it doesn’t look like that growth will be stopping anytime soon. There have been new restaurants, new shops, and new parks to…

5th Street Pedestrian Bridge - recipient of a 2023 Georgia County Excellence Award

5th Street Pedestrian Bridge Art Work

Darasha Singleton/ BBGI

The CSRA has been growing each day and it doesn't look like that growth will be stopping anytime soon. There have been new restaurants, new shops, and new parks to come about. One of the latest changes brought to the area has been modernizing of the 5th Street Pedestrian Bridge. The Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) recognized this transformation and has named Augusta, Georgia a recipient of the 2023 Georgia County Excellence Award for the bridge.

Teamwork making the dream work for Augusta! 🎉@GACounty has named Augusta, Georgia a recipient of a 2023 Georgia County Excellence Award for the 5th Street Pedestrian Bridge. pic.twitter.com/K9JmEwR3aJ

— Augusta, Georgia Government (@CityofAugusta) May 1, 2023

The 5th Street Pedestrian Bridge stretches 1,201 feet across the Savannah River.

The historic bridge not only offers views, but it’s a spot where people can enjoy Wi-Fi, benches, charging stations, art, and water fountains.

See the bridge from start to finish here!

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Darasha Singleton is a native of Augusta, Georgia who serves as the Digital Content Coordinator at Beasley Media Group. If you think there is nothing to do in Augusta, check her posts! You're sure to find something to do. Aside from work, Darasha enjoys going to the Saturday Market on the River and any local festivals.