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1 person killed in shooting outside North Augusta
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - A North Augusta man was fatally shot late Wednesday afternoon – the latest victim in a surge of violence that’s claimed at least 150 lives in the past two years. Aiken County deputies were called around 5:30 p.m. to the 900 block of...
Car catches fire after crash in Belvedere; unknown injuries
BELVEDERE, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - A vehicle caught on fire after a crash early Wednesday morning in Belvedere, according to authorities. We are on the scene of Banks Road at 3:35 a.m. to learn more about the crash. Aiken County dispatch told us they could not confirm any injuries or how...
Grocery store grant has Augusta leaders talking when and where
A 500 thousand dollar grant from the Community Foundation has been approved by a commission committee clearing the way for a grocery store in the central business district city leaders now talking when and where.
South Carolina governor pays a visit to Aiken
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Structure fire blocks lanes on Edgefield Road
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - A structure fire on Edgefield Road has blocked both lanes of traffic on Monday night. According to a News 12 crew on scene, the fire occurred on the 1300 block of Edgefield Road around 9:30 p.m. Officials on scene say the roadway is closed due...
Mother, boyfriend arrested after child tests positive for fentanyl
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. (WJBF) – A 9-month old child is recovering after he tested positive for fentanyl. According to reports, Richmond County Deputies responded to Augusta University Medical Center emergency room in reference to an overdose. Deputies spoke to the victim’s mother, Rosa Solis-Garcia, 37, who said her son found a $20 bill hidden under her […]
Teacher accused of inappropriate behavior at Augusta school
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A long-term substitute teacher has been accused of inappropriate behavior at Spirit Creek Middle School, according to school officials. “In an effort to keep you informed, please be aware of an incident that occurred in your child’s class today. A long-term substitute teacher demonstrated inappropriate behavior. Students reported the incident to administrators. The substitute teacher will not be returning, and the incident is being investigated.”
Historic graveyard on Augusta's Miracle Mile faces rezoning. Here's what we know.
A 200-year-old cemetery in a busy Augusta industrial area could be rezoned to help ensure the graves stay. The 1.6-acre Cottage Cemetery sits at 1775 Marvin Griffin Rd., between Apple Valley Park and a lot that has been used to store commercial-grade dumpsters for a waste management company. It’s the last piece of land still zoned as residential on the stretch of road off Mike Padgett Highway dubbed the “Miracle Mile” in the 1960s for its ability to successfully attract industry.
Find your new career with these upcoming hiring events
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Changing your career? Check out these upcoming job opportunities across the CSRA. From recruiting events, volunteer work, to who’s hiring, there’s everything you need to know if you’re job searching. Job fairs. Department of Defense. The Department of Defense is working to get...
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