04-04-2025
What's Trending: Local Autism Awareness Events
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) – April 3rd is dedicated as Autism Awareness Day.
To commemorate efforts to heighten awareness, local organizations have created events to increase support.
NewsChannel 6's Dee Griffin spoke with John Hales of the Augusta Braves, team Offensive Coordinator Daniel Maddox and Deidre Roberson who is the Autism Walk organizer.
On Saturday, the Augusta Braves will host a football game at 3 p.m. at 1337 Flowing Wells Road in Augusta.
The goal is to raise awareness and promote acceptance, understanding and love for those affected by Autism.
The next day, Sunday, April 6th, the third annual Autism Walk will be held at Lake Olmstead.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with the walk beginning at 10 a.m.
The cost is $30 per team.
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