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Emergency crews respond to school bus crash in Columbia County, no injuries reported

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WJBF) – First responders are on the scene of a school bus crash in Columbia County. According to dispatch the crash happened Tuesday morning at 6:38 am on William Few Parkway at Ashbrooke Way in Grovetown. According to Columbia County school officials, a BMW pulled out in front of Columbia County school bus […]

Columbia County, GA · 5h

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Inmate missing from Edgefield’s Federal Correctional Institution

EDGEFIELD, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - An inmate was missing from an Edgefield prison on Sunday afternoon. According to authorities, Travis Shaqwann Fair, 36, was missing from the satellite camp adjacent to the Federal Correctional Institution Edgefield. The satellite camp at FCI Edgefield is a minimum security facility. Fair was originally sentenced...

Edgefield, SC · 1d
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Two teens charged after incident at Columbia Co. fair

COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – Two teens were charged after an incident at the Columbia County fair. According to police reports, two 13-year-olds were riding the “Circus Swing” when they were seen twisting, turning, and pushing the swings around after being told not to. As a result the swings got out of control causing injuries […]

Columbia County, GA · 23h

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Chemicals stored over food hurts Augusta poke restaurant | Health Scores

The following is a list of restaurants in Richmond and Columbia counties that were inspected Oct. 30 through Nov. 5, accompanied by their scores and, in some cases, the health infractions that lowered those scores. Scores below 70 are considered failing. Disclaimer: On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in its most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. A few more recent follow-up inspections may not be included here. More: Taj of India owner adapts authentic recipes for Augusta diners | Exclusive Perfect scores Here are the restaurants in Richmond and Columbia counties that passed with perfect scores in recent food service inspections. Goshen Elementary, 4040 Old Waynesboro Road, Augusta Pine Hill Middle School, 2147 McElmurry Road, Hephzibah Dave & Buster's, 807 Cabela Dr., Augusta Laziza Catering, 1030 Reynolds St., Augusta, 95 Taco Bell, 2850 Washington Road, Augusta Arby's, 2733 Washington Road, Augusta Wellstar MCG Health, 1120 15th St., Augusta AU Cancer Center Café, 1411 Laney Walker Blvd., Augusta Atrium Food Court, 1499 Laney Walker Blvd., Augusta E.W. Hagler Boys & Girls Club, 1903 Division St., Augusta Jammin

Richmond County, GA · 1d

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Driver sentenced in DUI death of beloved YMCA worker

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A driver has been sentenced for a DUI crash that killed a local YMCA worker. Donnell Brown died a few weeks after a June 2025 crash that happened on Interstate 20 near Wrightsboro Road. He was struck from behind while on his way to pick up...

Augusta, GA · 3d

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12 Investigates: A look at inspection records after ride problem at fair

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - After a problem with a ride at the Columbia County Fall Fair over the weekend, we’re checking inspection records. We submitted open records requests for inspections of rides at the fair. Records show the Flying Circus ride passed state inspections in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

Columbia County, GA · 1d

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Authorities look for missing people across the CSRA

Authorities are asking for the public’s help as they look for missing people across the CSRA. Here are some of those missing-person cases.

Augusta, GA · 1d

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Edgefield County Breaks Ground on Star Park, Set to Open by May 2027

Edgefield County officials broke ground on Star Park, a nine-acre recreation complex at 358 Star Road, just off Rabbit Trail Road near Edgefield, South Carolina. The park should open by May 2027, according to WRDW. "We're getting more people coming to Edgefield County, and they expect services. And we, as...

Edgefield County, SC · 1d

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Democrat reflects on winning Columbia County Commission seat

COLUMBIA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Columbia County voters last week elected Democrat Samantha Rockwood to the County Commission in District 4. Rockwood said she ran because voices in the community were not reflected in the votes. Rockwood won by 344 votes. The commission had been all-Republican. “I was absolutely shocked. I...

Columbia County, GA · 20h

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23-year-old wanted for Aggravated Assault and Burglary, RCSO says

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A 23-year-old is wanted in connection to an alleged aggravated assault and burglary at an Augusta apartment complex over the weekend. According to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, Jameel Thompson Jr. is wanted for Aggravated Assault and Burglary stemming from a reported incident that occurred on the 3100 Block of Wrightsboro […]

Augusta, GA · 19h

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Emotional pain could outlast physical harm after fair ride goes awry

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - We’re gaining more insights about what happened when a ride went out of control at the Columbia County Fall Fair. Two 13-year-olds have been charged after deputies said the teens intentionally caused the problem. It happened on an attraction that suspends fairgoers in swings as...

Columbia County, GA · 18h

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At This Little Country Store In South Carolina, They Make Your Sandwich By Hand, Then You Fill Your Jugs With Fresh Spring Water

Some of the best lunches in South Carolina hide at the end of quiet country roads, far from any highway sign. You pull up expecting a quick snack and walk out with a warm sandwich, a jar of local jelly, and a story to tell. This little store pairs hand-built...

Blackville, SC · 17h

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The 10 Most Affordable Towns In Georgia Where Living On Social Security Alone Is Possible

Curious about the most affordable towns in Georgia where your Social Security alone can cover the bills?. These 10 towns offer low costs and real charm that make retirement genuinely enjoyable!. 1. Augusta. Augusta is a city that the whole world knows for the Masters Golf Tournament, but the people...

Georgia · 10h

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9th Battle of the Bands in Richmond County

AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) – The Battle of the Bands brings local high school marching bands and some college programs to Richmond County for an afternoon of music and community spirit. People filled the stands to cheer on their favorites. Wanda Haynes said she came all the way from Anderson, South Carolina to watch her niece. […]

Richmond County, GA · 1d

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Augusta weighs giving up 9 parks as 82 department jobs sit vacant

Augusta is considering giving up nine neighborhood parks, and new records show staffing and maintenance needs in Parks and Recreation.

Augusta, GA · 17h

The Augusta Chronicle

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GHSA football playoffs: Augusta-area teams in, first-round opponents

( This story has been updated to add new information .) With Friday night in the books , the Georgia High School Association football regular season is a wrap. The road to Mercedes-Benz Stadium begins on Friday. There are a handful of Augusta-area teams in the hunt, with a few hosting first-round matchups. In Class 5A, Richmond Academy welcomes Statesboro to town. The Musketeers (8-2) locked down that home game with a 35-21 road win over Jenkins in Savannah on Friday. Despite dropping the regular-season finale to Thomson Friday, Hephzibah (8-2) clinched a Top-16 seed and will host Pike County in its 3A playoff opener. In Class 2A, Laney (6-4) will welcome Brooks County to The Boulevard. While we haven’t covered Lincoln County in years, it’s important to note the Red Devils are the top seed in Class A and host Irwin County on Friday. Lincoln County finished last season as the Class A D-II runner-up to Bowdon a year ago. Aquinas earned a bye in the Private Class and will have a week off. The Fightin’ Irish will play the winner between Athens Academy and Kings Ridge in the second round. In South Carolina, North Augusta picks up where

Augusta, GA · 2d

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CSRA residents gather for eighth annual Walk for Water

EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - CSRA residents gathered this morning at Evans Towne Center Park for the eighth annual Walk for Water. The event raises awareness of underprivileged communities around the world. Participants carry empty buckets and fill them with water during the walk. “Two billion people had to do the...

Evans, GA · 2d

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Crash slows traffic into Georgia at state line

NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - An accident on Interstate 20 with apparent injuries partially blocked westbound traffic into Georgia from South Carolina for nearly a couple of hours. The crash happened at 9:30 a.m., according to authorities, and blocked traffic until 11:15 a.m. The wreck was between Exit 1 and...

North Augusta, SC · 2h

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Families gather for Augusta Foodees Fest downtown

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Families gathered in downtown Augusta this weekend for Augusta Foodees Fest, where they enjoyed food and beverages and explored arts and crafts. Valerie Carroway, owner of Pineapple Island, said her business makes smoothies inside whole pineapples in multiple flavors. “So we make the smoothies inside of...

Augusta, GA · 1d

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Proposed data center off Mike Padgett Highway draws mixed reactions from community

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A proposed data center off Mike Padgett Highway is drawing mixed reactions from people living nearby, with some hopeful about potential economic benefits and others concerned about the impact on their neighborhoods. One homeowner, who asked to remain anonymous, told NewsChannel 6 he moved into the area about six months ago […]

Augusta, GA · 12h