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Girard, GA · Education
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Laney High security boost driven by more than campus fights, district says
School officials announced immediate operational adjustments aimed at securing the campus during morning arrivals, classroom transitions and afternoon dismissals.
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Traffic backs up, speeds up: Grovetown school zones see rise in citations
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Traffic backs up between Grovetown High School and Grovetown Middle School after the final bell, with hundreds of students crossing William Few Parkway as they head home. While traffic is congested immediately after dismissal, officials say the danger increases once vehicles start moving again. On Sept....
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Proposed Aiken County master plan addresses aging schools
Aiken County school officials outlined a possible master facilities plan Tuesday that could shift students at multiple schools.
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Augusta Tech brings health resources to underserved communities
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta Technical College turned Building 1300 into a one-stop shop for the third stop of its traveling health and resource expo. The event is designed to give students real-world experience while offering the community a chance to access health resources. In many surrounding counties, accessing specialized...
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Evan’s Liliana Beemer named Scholar Athlete
EVANS, Ga. (WJBF)- Liliana Beemer is a track and cross-country standout state champion and a first-place finisher in the Peachtree Road race 10k and holds Columbia County high school records in events ranging from the 800 meters to the 5k. And it doesn’t stop there. She’s an AP scholar who boasts a 96.18 Cumulative grade […]
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USC Aiken Plans Campus Expansion With Housing, Retail Spaces
University of South Carolina Aiken will add housing, restaurants, and retail spots to campus. Chancellor Dr. Dan Heimmermann announced the plans during a State of the University Address on Sept. 9. The master plan will create a more residential setting with green spaces, better amenities, and public-private partnerships for mixed-use...
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AU to launch first public health undergraduate degree program
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta University is preparing to offer its first undergraduate degree program in public health after approval Wednesday by regents. The new Bachelor of Science in Public Health will be offered within the university’s School of Public Health. University leaders say the program is designed to serve as a foundational degree for students interested in disease prevention, community health, disaster management and public service careers.
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South Augusta YMCA arranges care for every kid after closure
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - After nearly 20 years, the Augusta South Family YMCA is closing its doors. However, leaders with the Family YMCA say child care programs will continue at other sites. Tyron Ashley, director of Family YMCA Primetime, said his career in youth programming began at the YMCA in...
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Helms College Expands Healthcare Training to Help Meet Growing Workforce Demand
As demand for trained healthcare workers continues to grow, Helms College is expanding its ability to prepare students for healthcare careers with new training labs and classrooms at its new School of Health Services in Macon. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical assistants is projected...
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Former Evans High coach sentenced to 3 years for sexual contact with student
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Demolition begins at old Lamar Elementary for TGR Learning Lab
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Demolition has started at the old Lamar Elementary School building. It will be replaced by the TGR Learning Lab, a project announced at the 2024 Chairman’s Press Conference at Augusta National Golf Club. The same press conference that announced the learning lab also announced renovations...
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USC Aiken Plans Campus Expansion With Housing, Retail Spaces
University of South Carolina Aiken will add housing, restaurants, and retail spots to campus. Chancellor Dr. Dan Heimmermann announced the plans during a State of the University Address on Sept. 9. The master plan will create a more residential setting with green spaces, better amenities, and public-private partnerships for mixed-use...
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Josey nips Cross Creek 16-14 on Sept. 11
T.W. Josey High School rallied to beat rival Cross Creek 16-14 on Friday night, Sept. 11, in a game delayed for a half an hour by lightning. In the battle of teams who entered Friday’s contest winless, the Eagles were able to notch their first win of the season.
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Challenge Prep Academy hosts Inaugural Regency Ball
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — A small Augusta private school is working to expand its reach while raising money to support more students. Challenge Preparatory Academy is hosting its first Regency Ball Friday, September 18, at the Julian Smith Casino. The school serves students in 4th through 12th grade and focuses on closing learning gaps, with […]