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Residents get an update on planned road improvements in Augusta

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Residents gathered Thursday evening at the McDuffie Woods Community Center for an update on planned improvements to Barton Chapel and Milledgeville roads. Officials shared construction plans and project timelines, as well as potential traffic impacts. Kevin Ergle, a member of the Milledgeville Road project’s design team,...

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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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Augusta administrator Tameka Allen to retire in 2027

Augusta's City Administrator Tameka Allen is retiring in 2027.

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Evans head coach Lee Hutto retires after 30 years of coaching

EVANS, GA (WJBF)- After 30 years of coaching, Evans head coach Lee Hutto has officially announced his retirement. He informed his team on Thursday afternoon of the change. “They’re excited for me because I’m excited about the change. After 30 years, football has been a grind, especially in the offseason as well. They’re sad to […]

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'American Idol' winner Hannah Harper coming to Augusta

Country singer-songwriter Hannah Harper will bring her "Behind This Guitar Tour" to Augusta's Bell Auditorium on May 20, 2027. Tickets for the 8 p.m. concert go on sale Nov. 13 at 10 a.m., according to a community announcement. Tickets will be available through Ticketmaster and the SRP Box Office at Bell Auditorium. Harper won the 2026 season of "American Idol," becoming the show's first female country singer to win since Carrie Underwood, according to the announcement. More: New Augusta water meter? Keep an eye on your bill When Hannah Harper will perform in Augusta Harper's Augusta concert is scheduled for May 20, 2027, at Bell Auditorium. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster or the SRP Box Office at Bell Auditorium, 712 Telfair St., Augusta. 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: 'American Idol' winner Hannah Harper coming to Augusta

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Aiken turkey giveaway will provide 500 free birds to food insecure

Molina Healthcare of South Carolina and Rural Health Services will distribute 500 free turkeys in Aiken on Nov. 14 as families prepare for the holiday season. The drive-thru giveaway will run from 10 a.m. to noon at Aiken High School, 449 Rutland Drive, according to a community announcement. Organizers will provide one turkey per family. More: 300 volunteers needed for Augusta Half Marathon weekend The event comes as more than 27,000 people in Aiken County are considered food insecure, according to data cited in the announcement from Feeding America. Molina and Rural Health Services said the turkey distribution is intended to help families facing food-access challenges and the cost of preparing a holiday meal. More information about Rural Health Services is available at ruralhs.org . More information about Molina Healthcare is available at molinahealthcare.com . Turkey giveaway details What: Free turkey giveaway Where: Aiken High School, 449 Rutland Drive, Aiken, SC 29801 When: Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-noon Distribution: Drive-thru, with one turkey per family 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: Aiken

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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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Laney set for playoff bout against Brooks County

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - For the 6th consecutive season, the Laney Wildcats have found a way to postseason football. The red and white will be hosting things in the first round this weekend, welcoming the Brooks County Trojans from South Georgia. “Everybody’s excited about the opportunity that we have in...

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Josey High demolition marks turning point in school’s legacy

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The walls of T.W. Josey High School are starting to come down, marking the next big step in a controversial but closely watched transformation of the historic campus. Demolition crews have moved in less than six months after alumni filled the halls for a “final walk”...

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1,000 people receive free Thanksgiving meals at May Park event

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - 1,000 people received a free Thanksgiving meal Thursday at May Park during Project Refresh’s monthly “Shower at May Park” event. Hundreds of cars lined up Thursday morning for the event. This month’s event had a Thanksgiving theme, with 1,000 meals given away.

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Augusta-area GHSA football playoff live scoreboard for Round 1

The regular season is in the books and starting now, it’s win or go home. The Georgia High School Association state football playoffs begin this week, as does the long march to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. 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. Lincoln County sits as the top seed in Class A and host Irwin County on Friday. The Red Devils 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. One thing to note is that due to referee shortages across the state, Class 4A games were moved to

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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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Augusta students thank body donors at memorial service

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Medical students at Augusta University presented flowers to the families of people who donated their bodies to science during a memorial service. A dental student described what the donors mean to the students. “We traced the muscles and nerves surrounding the smile lines of someone who...

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This Massive Go-Kart Track In Georgia Will Take You On The Ride Of Your Life

Some places just have a way of making you feel alive, and ALLRAD Karting in Augusta, Georgia, is absolutely one of them. If you haven’t been yet, consider this your official wake-up call. Let’s start with a simple truth that most people don’t want to admit out loud....

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Proposed road improvements in Augusta draw feedback from community members

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Two busy roads in Augusta could see major improvements as city officials consider possible construction projects along Milledgeville Road and Barton Chapel Road. During a public meeting Thursday, November 12, community members had the opportunity to learn more about the proposed changes and share their concerns. Both projects remain in the […]

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Cost of added mowing questioned as Augusta plans new grounds management department

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Mowing more often in Augusta would require additional money, and vacant lots will not be part of the new grounds management department, city officials said Thursday. Commissioners asked staff at a workshop how much more frequent mowing would cost. Several said the plan addresses accountability but...

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City of Augusta activates warming centers with expected temperature drop

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Warming centers have been activated for Saturday, November 14th. City administrators state with temperatures expected to drop below 32 degrees, they want to ensure the safety and well-being of residents during the extreme cold. City administrators state that those who are seeking overnight shelter must obtain a shelter clearance. Beginning at […]

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Construction of new office complex signals next phase of SRS revitalization

AIKEN — Ground was broken at the Savannah River Site on Nov. 4 to construct a 22,000-square-foot office building that will replace modular office trailers and support a growing workforce, expanding missions and long-term infrastructure priorities. Located in the site's H Area, the new facility will provide permanent office...

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