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Here's where Augusta's newest apartments are opening, and here's how you can rent one
Affordable housing in Augusta will give a nod to local Black history when the 64-unit Lenox apartment complex is scheduled to break ground on Thursday. The ceremony is set to begin at 11 a.m. at 1016 Laney-Walker Blvd. The four-story, $17.5 million development takes its name from the former Lenox...
Governor Brian Kemp discusses key issues in Augusta and the state
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) The Augusta area continues to shine in the state spotlight. Governor Brian Kemp has made several recent trips here. Join us for an in-depth look at the big topics. We will discuss the new hospital coming to Columbia County. The governor talks to us about tax cuts for individuals and businesses. We […]
Olive Road bridge sees new look; improvements continue
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The infamous Olive Road bridge has a fresh, new look. This comes after a large box truck rammed into it — yet again — back in February, bringing one of the steel beams down to the ground. When it happened, city engineering told News...
Coroner: Shooting death of 24-year-old Augusta man a homicide
The Richmond County Coroner's Office is investigating the shooting death of a 24-year-old man Sunday night in Augusta. Gregory Campbell, 24, of the 300 block of Barrow Drive, was taken to Wellstar/MCG, where he was pronounced dead just before midnight, according to a news release from the coroner's office. The shooting occurred on the...
Augusta man wanted in connection to Aiken County murder turns himself in
A second suspect wanted in the disappearance and murder of an Aiken County woman turned himself in late last week. Bryan Alexander Hampton Jr., 35, of Augusta, turned himself in Friday and is charged with accessory after the fact to murder, according to a news release from the Aiken County Sheriff's Office.
Augusta Eats: Your favorite pizza place just might have moved; we'll tell you where
Columbia County’s 2 Boys Pizza and Grill restaurant opened in Evans in March, but despite the wishes of many customers, 3851 Evans to Locks Rd. isn’t a second location. Homemade pizzas and gyros top the establishment’s menu of favorite Greek and Italian dishes, and the family that runs the place are quick to help their customers feel like family, too.
Evans kidney patient sues over ‘racist’ transplant waitlist
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - An Evans man is suing an organ-sharing network and several hospitals over a kidney transplant list he said was race-based and made Black people wait longer. Cleveland Holt filed a lawsuit April 16 in U.S. District Court for Northern Georgia. He’s seeking a jury trial.
Raided local church accused of stalling federal investigation
AUGUSTA, Ga. - A church accused of defrauding veterans and the government of millions of dollars is stalling a federal investigation, according to prosecutors. In documents filed April 4, prosecutors want Georgia’s southern U.S. District Court to impose fines and hold several House of Prayer leaders in contempt. The...
2024 GHSA soccer playoffs: Which Augusta-area boys and girls teams are still alive?
The first round of the Georgia High School Association soccer state playoffs is in the books. Which Augusta-area teams are still in the hunt? Defending Class 5A girls state runner-up Greenbrier is still in the game, along with both programs at Richmond Academy, Grovetown and Aquinas (whose girls are the defending Class A D-II...
Local residents celebrate third annual Augusta Canal Fest
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A busy outdoors weekend continued at the Augusta Canal for the third annual Canal Fest. It was canal discovery day at the Augusta Canal National Heritage area. There were games, a raffle to support the trail maintenance names and even a book signing. It’s the third...
Thief spreads fear and frustration at one Augusta church
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A church thief is at it again. The church off Mike Padgett Highway in far south Augusta is dealing with a thief who’s repeatedly striking. Lawnmowers, bricks and more are disappearing from the church. Pastor Mark Barnwell of Fielding Spring Missionary Baptist Church says the...
Man injured in shooting at Circle K in Augusta
A man is in the hospital after being shot Sunday at the Circle K on Peach Orchard Road. At about 5:15 p.m. Sunday, Richmond County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the Circle K at 3603 Peach Orchard Rd. for a shooting, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.
Columbia County announces multiple week-long road closures
Columbia County recently announced a number of road closures that will affect traffic this week. Locals should always slow down, allow extra distance between vehicles, and expect the unexpected when traveling through work zones, according to the county. If possible, plan to take an alternate route and allow additional time for commuting.
Aiken cops seek clues after shooting injures 1 outside pet hospital
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Aiken Department of Public Safety is investigating a Tuesday afternoon shooting that happened near the Hitchcock Animal Hospital. The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office is assisting. Around 3:26 p.m., Aiken city units responded to a report of a subject who suffered a gunshot wound in...
North Augusta to host Downtown Spring Fest
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WFXG) - North Augusta is getting ready for their Downtown Spring Fest. The event will have more than 50 art and food vendors, plus live music. Some of the performers are Pate House, Alto Pablo, Celia Gary and Brandeith Carter Band. It is free and highlights the...
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