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Butler beats Laney 70-38 to improve to 2-0

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Butler Bulldogs continued their strong start to the high school basketball season with a 70-38 victory over the visiting Laney Wildcats. Senior De’Cori Fleming scored 23 points to help Butler improve to 2-0, following an 11-point win over Lakeside in its opener. Laney was playing its first game of the season.

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North Augusta to host Irmo in second round of state playoffs

NORTH AUGUSTA, SC. (WRDW/WAGT) - After a first-round bye, North Augusta is preparing to open its high school football playoff run at home against a familiar opponent. The third-seeded Yellow Jackets will host sixth-seeded Irmo in the second round of the Lower State playoffs. The teams met earlier this season in Columbia, with North Augusta winning the first matchup.

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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 […]

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Aiken veteran honored for years of service to the community during Veterans Day concert

AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) – The Aiken Symphony honored veterans through music Wednesday night, while also recognizing one local man for his continued dedication to those who have served. The Veterans Day concert was held at the Etherredge Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken, bringing people together for an evening of patriotic music and […]

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LIST: Here are some events to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and with grocery prices continuing to rise, some local organizations are offering free turkeys and meals. Project Refresh will start the Thanksgiving holiday off with a free event at May Park. Officials will feed 1,000 people. There will also be free showers, health screenings and more. The event starts at 9 a.m.

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Christmas Transforms This Georgia Garden Center Into A Festive Wonderland Every Holiday Season

Every winter, a greenhouse that spends spring full of flowers gets packed wall to wall with fresh-cut Christmas trees. Fraser Fir, Noble Fir, White Pine, and Nordmann trees all wait for their new living rooms. The staff will even trim a fresh cut and help tie your tree to the...

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Steak knife found in student’s bag at Glenn Hills High School

A student was detained at Glenn Hills High School in Augusta on Tuesday after a steak knife was discovered during the school’s weapons detection screening process, according to a letter sent to school families. Glenn Hills Principal Valeria Smith said the knife was found in the student’s bag during morning arrival. The item was immediately secured, and school administrators and Richmond County School System police responded. More: Fundraiser grows for deputy wounded in Aiken County shooting The student was detained and will face criminal charges related to the incident, according to the letter. The student also faces disciplinary action under the school system’s Code of Student Conduct and Discipline. School officials said classes continued without disruption and that no students or staff members were in danger. Safety concerns can be reported to the school office or through the Richmond County School System Tip Line at 706-828-1077. This story was created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information-gathering, review, editing, and publishing process. Learn more . This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Steak knife found in student’s bag at Glenn Hills High School

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Wilson-Khalifa race triggers Aiken County recount

AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) — A narrow race. Now, a recount. More than 68,000 ballots are being counted again in Aiken County. The recount comes after the race for South Carolina’s House District 2 between incumbent Republican Congressman Joe Wilson and Democrat Zyon Khalifa fell within one percent. Every one of the more than 68,000 […]

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Services from internet provider new to S.C. available in Aiken, Edgefield, Barnwell counties

AIKEN — An internet provider new to South Carolina recently began making its services available in Aiken, Edgefield and Barnwell counties. Cogeco Communications Inc. is the parent of welo, which is offering the following high-speed home connectivity plans to celebrate its official launch in the Palmetto State: • 300 megabits per second (Mbps) for $30 per month. • 600 Mbps for $35 per month. • 1 gigabit for $40 per month. The prices “will stay the same for life, guaranteed,” according to a recent news release. There are no “long-term commitments, early termination penalties or hidden equipment ...

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Share your thoughts and help set priorities for Augusta’s new mayor

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta Mayor-Elect Steven Kendrick is inviting residents to a final community engagement session aimed at helping set priorities for his incoming administration. The meeting will be held November 16 at 6 p.m. at the Henry Brigham Community Center. The event caps a series of listening sessions...

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Augusta airport offers free movie night benefiting FireK

Augusta Regional Airport will offer a free Family Movie Night on Nov. 13, with optional donations benefiting FireK. Admission is free, according to a community announcement, but advance ticket reservations are required because capacity is limited. Gates will open at 5 p.m. and the movie will begin at 7 p.m. Guests may bring lawn chairs or blankets, and food vendors will sell concessions during the event. Because the movie night will take place in a secure area of Augusta Regional Airport, all bags are subject to search before entry. More: New Augusta water meter? Keep an eye on your bill How to reserve tickets Tickets must be reserved in advance through the Augusta Regional Airport website, FlyAGS.com, or the Ticketleap event registration page. Tickets will not be available at the gate, and only guests with reservations will be admitted. The airport said the movie selection will be connected to the event beneficiary. “This is a great opportunity for families to experience the airport in a unique way while supporting an incredible local organization,” Augusta Regional Airport Executive Director Herbert Judon said. “We're excited to welcome the community for an unforgettable evening with a movie selection tied to the event beneficiary.”

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Irmo Football Heads to North Augusta for Second-Round Playoff Showdown

IRMO, SC – The Irmo Yellow Jackets hit the road on Friday, November 13, to face region rival North Augusta in the second round of the SCHSL State Playoffs. Tickets: $10.00 https://gofan.co/event/7047067?schoolId=SC1657. Irmo enters the matchup with an 8–3 record, finishing second in the region behind champion North Augusta...

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Bernadette Kelliher with the Augusta/CSRA Habitat for Humanity, Serving Those Who Serve Us

President & CEO of the Augusta/CSRA Habitat for Humanity Bernadette Kelliher discusses affordable housing challenges in the area and emphasizes the significance of stability for working families. To be included in our video interviews or if you need video services for your company, please contact us.

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Aiken County schools hold joint Veterans Day ceremony

Students from three schools came together Wednesday to honor veterans with a joint ceremony. The program involved Cyril Busbee Elementary, A.L. Corbett Middle and Wagener-Salley High School.

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Don’t forget about your lung health this November – Lung Cancer Awareness Month

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — Thanksgiving menus, Christmas decorations, and holiday shopping — November has a way of filling up our to-do lists. But while we’re planning meals and making memories, there’s one thing that might deserve a spot on the calendar, too: our lung health. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and a Piedmont Augusta […]

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Augusta leaders seek public input on grounds care, upcoming construction

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta officials are inviting residents to two public meetings this week, which focus on how the city maintains public spaces and what to expect from upcoming road work. Officials have scheduled a Grounds Management Work Session for Thursday at 2:30 p.m. in the Beazley Room at...

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Augusta Veterans Cemetery groundbreaking announced at Veterans Day celebration

AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) – The Veterans Day parade and service in Augusta came with a special announcement. The Augusta Veterans Cemetery will break ground on Friday, November 13th. Augusta Commissioner Don Clark gave the announcement for the start of construction. “In many ways it’s been pretty emotional,” Clark said. “Seeing those that have had to […]

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Serving beyond the uniform: 2 Augusta veterans use their businesses to give back

Randy Bradum, owner of Commander Coffee, said he wanted his business to serve a purpose in the community and for veterans.

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Brandon Wilde honors its 92 veterans on Veterans Day

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Brandon Wilde honored the veterans it cares for on Veterans Day. In total, 92 veterans at Brandon Wilde have 330 years of combined military service. The group includes several World War II veterans whose service dates to the 1940s. Retired Lt. Col. Lewis Bandy, who served...

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