North Augusta officials were reeling last week after taking an unexpected blow to plans for a $160 million riverfront development that included a stadium for the Augusta GreenJackets.
The company that has operated the North Augusta Country Club since 2007 closed the club last week after losing insurance coverage and having its assets frozen, its manager said.
An Augusta businessman who purchased North Augusta Golf & Country Club said he intends to invest in restoring the grounds but isn't certain of the long-term viability of the club.