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One person injured in I-20 crash after slamming into back of tractor-trailer

COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – Columbia County Deputies are on the scene of a crash with serious injuries involving a tractor trailer and a Toyota Corolla that occurred around 4:48 Tuesday morning. A deputy was already in the area working a separate crash that happened 20 minutes earlier and traffic in one lane came to […]

Columbia County, GA · 08-04

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Lane closures expected at Thurmond Lake Bridge for inspection Aug. 3-5

APPLING, Ga. (WJBF) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Savannah District Structural Section will be inspecting the Thurmond Lake bridge Aug. 3-5, leading to lane closures. The Georgia Department of Transportation will close lanes at the bridge on Clarks Hills Road, weather permitting, during those dates. During the inspections, GDOT will have single lane […]

Appling, GA · 07-31

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Gas prices climb across CSRA as war drives up costs, supplier profits

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - As global tensions and big-oil profits push fuel prices higher, drivers in Georgia and South Carolina are feeling it at the pump. In Augusta, the average price is $3.80 a gallon. Although that’s down from $3.88 a week ago, it’s up from $3.46 a month ago and $2.93 a year ago. Still Augusta drivers are getting a break compared to the rest of Georgia, where prices average $3.88.

Augusta, GA · 07-31

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Railroad crossing closure to shut down part of U.S. 221 in McCormick

McCORMICK, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - CSX plans to install new rail and railroad ties at the crossing on U.S. 221/West Gold Street in McCormick. This will mean total closure of the road at the tracks. Location: U.S. 221/West Gold Street railroad crossing, McCormick. Closes: Tuesday at 7 a.m. Set to reopen:...

Mccormick, SC · 07-31

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SLOW DOWN: Afternoons turn deadly for kids walking home from school

The most dangerous time for a child walking home from school isn’t the morning rush. It’s the afternoon, after the bell rings, according to federal traffic data. What’s happening: AAA is holding events across Georgia this week urging drivers to slow down near schools and in neighborhoods as students head back to class. Today’s stop is Harlem Middle School, 424 Hawes Branch Parkway, at 10 a.m.

Georgia · 07-29

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New traffic signal coming to Furys Ferry Road

EVANS, Ga. (WJBF) – A new traffic signal is coming to Columbia County at Furys Ferry and Blackstone Camp Road. Currently, it’s in flash mode for now. Drivers on Furys Ferry will see flashing yellow, while side streets will have flashing red and must stop. The light will be ready for full operation beginning Aug. […]

Columbia County, GA · 07-30

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Georgia drivers reminded to stop for school buses as students head back to class

With students preparing to head back to the classroom, AAA, the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, the Georgia Department of Public Safety and the Columbia County School District are reminding drivers that knowing Georgia’s school bus laws could help keep children safe.

Georgia · 07-29

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Barton Chapel Rd will be closed between Gordon Hwy, Wrightsboro Rd from July 27 -August 14

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Barton Chapel Road will be closed to through traffic between Gordon Highway and Wrightsboro Road from July 27 through August 14 to allow for the installation of new underground piping. Traffic control personnel and clearly marked detour routes will be in place throughout the closure to guide drivers safely around the […]

Augusta, GA · 07-27

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‘It’s about saving lives’: State, local leaders push school bus safety

HARLEM, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Local and state leaders gathered at Harlem Middle School Wednesday to promote AAA’s “School’s Open, Drive Carefully” campaign ahead of the new school year. Representatives from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, AAA-The Auto Club Group, Georgia DPS Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division...

Columbia County, GA · 07-29

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SCDOT seeks public input on 2 proposed Aiken County intersection projects

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will hold a public open house meeting next month to discuss two proposed intersection improvement projects in Aiken County.

Aiken County, SC · 07-27

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Richmond Co. awarded $14M for I-520 repaving

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) recently awarded new contracts for projects in the agency’s east-central district. In Richmond County, Reeves Construction Company has been awarded a $14.08 million project to resurface 5.21 miles of I-520/Bobby Jones Expressway. It will begin at the I- 20 interchange and extend to Exit 5/Deans […]

Richmond County, GA · 07-23

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Bus transportation rules for Aiken County Schools

AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) — As students head back to school, Aiken County Public Schools is reminding families about the district’s transportation rules. Only students who are registered with the transportation department and assigned a bus stop are permitted to ride a school bus. Students are assigned one bus stop and cannot ride home with […]

Aiken County, SC · 07-19

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SCDOT to hold public meeting on proposed Aiken County intersection projects

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will hold an open house information meeting about two proposed intersection improvement projects in Aiken County.

Aiken County, SC · 07-23

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Gas Prices Return to $4 Per Gallon, Strain Travel Budgets Across Region

Gas prices shot up to $4 per gallon Monday, according to WRDW. Tensions flared between the U.S. and Iran, triggering fresh military actions that rippled through markets. The national average climbed from $3.14 a year ago. Drivers in Georgia now pay $3.77 per gallon, up from $2.91 last year. Augusta...

Aiken County, SC · 07-23

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SCDOT seeks public input on 2 proposed Aiken County intersection projects

AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation will hold a public open house meeting next month to discuss two proposed intersection improvement projects in Aiken County. The projects involve the intersection of Bettis Academy Road and Whaley Pond Road, and the intersection of Whiskey Road and Powderhouse...

Aiken County, SC · 07-23

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Richmond County Schools Approves 12% Pay Raise for Bus Drivers Amid Service Complaints

Richmond County School System approved a 12% pay bump for bus drivers. The goal? Keep current staff and attract new hires as families voice frustrations about late arrivals and stretched wait times. Kenneth Johnson with the school system explained that the wage boost targets two issues at once. "Our school...

Richmond County, GA · 07-20

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Road closures affect commuters in downtown Augusta

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) — Drivers are advised to allow extra time for their commutes as downtown Augusta roads are under construction. Starting Tuesday, 13th Street is closed between Broad and Jones streets. Several additional lane closures are also in effect on Broad Street:. The inside lane is closed between...

Augusta, GA · 07-21

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Augusta Engineering announces 13th Street closure for new stormwater pipe installation

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF ) – Augusta Engineering has announced 13th Street will be closed starting on Monday. According to Augusta Engineering, the reason for the closure is to allow for the installation of new stormwater piping. Augusta Engineering that states that crews will be working throughout the area, and onsite detour signs will be posted […]

Augusta, GA · 07-20

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Summerhill Road reopened after tree falls on power line

NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Parts of Summerhill Road in North Augusta were shut down due to a tree on a power line early Monday morning, according to officials. The North Augusta Department of Public Safety says the roadway was shut down between Georgia Avenue and Observatory Avenue. Officials say...

North Augusta, SC · 07-20