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

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A steak knife was found in a student’s bag at Glenn Hills High School on Tuesday morning, according to reports. The knife was found during during student arrival through the school’s weapon screening process. After the knife was found, administrators and Richmond County School...

Augusta, GA · 3d

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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...

Augusta, GA · 3d

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Columbia County Fall Fair Runs in Grovetown Through Nov. 15

The Columbia County Fall Fair kicked off at the fairgrounds, 5462 Columbia Road in Grovetown. It runs through Nov. 15. The Merchants Association of Columbia County hosts the yearly event, according to The Augusta Chronicle. The first 250 people at the gate on opening day got in free, as part...

Grovetown, GA · 3d

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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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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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12 Investigates: A look at inspection records after ride problem at fair

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - After a problem with a ride at the Columbia County Fall Fair over the weekend, we’re checking inspection records. We submitted open records requests for inspections of rides at the fair. Records show the Flying Circus ride passed state inspections in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

Columbia County, GA · 4d

WJBF

Augusta hosts annual Veterans Day parade today

AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF)- Today is Veteran’s Day and there will be observances across the CSRA honoring the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. In downtown Augusta, the annual Veteran’s Day parade will celebrate our heroes. From marching bands to veteran and military organizations, this morning the community will be […]

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Augusta administrator to retire; commissioners review 2027 budget, parks sale plan

Commissioners also reviewed the proposed 2027 budget, and Administrator Tameka Allen will retire effective June 30, 2027.

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Democrat reflects on winning Columbia County Commission seat

COLUMBIA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Columbia County voters last week elected Democrat Samantha Rockwood to the County Commission in District 4. Rockwood said she ran because voices in the community were not reflected in the votes. Rockwood won by 344 votes. The commission had been all-Republican. “I was absolutely shocked. I...

Columbia County, GA · 4d

WJBF

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Augusta’s 2027 budget moves forward for final vote next week… maybe

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Augusta 2027 budget is on its way to the full commission. After a final update to the Finance Committee, final approval could be a week away. “I’m confident we will work through it, I’m confident. We’re looking a heck of a lot better than we did last year,” said Commissioner Don […]

Augusta, GA · 3d

The Augusta Chronicle

Georgia Power disputes Sierra Club report on fossil fuel plans

A recent report from the Sierra Club gave Georgia Power an F grade for the fourth consecutive year, citing the utility's continued reliance on fossil fuels and limited planned expansion of renewable energy. The claims are disputed by the state's largest power generator, which says the report fails to acknowledge the utility's efforts to keep down costs for ratepayers while remaining a reliable source for electricity. According to the environmental group's 2026 Dirty Truth Report , Georgia Power scored poorly due to continued use of nonrenewable energy. The report evaluates utilities nationwide based on their plans to retire coal-fired power plants, add renewable energy, and avoid building new natural gas generation. More: How Augusta residents can lower energy bills as cooler weather arrives The report analyzed 76 utilities nationwide, which collectively scored 7 out of 100. Sierra Club said that was the lowest overall score since the report was first published in January 2021 and eight points lower than last year. The Sierra Club, a national environmental organization, advocates for clean energy and policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Under the report's methodology, utilities earn points by committing to retire coal plants by 2030 and add clean energy resources

Georgia · 2d

WRDW-TV

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Aiken County prepares for possible recount in tight District 2 race

Aiken County officials say they are getting ready for what they “fully expect” will be a mandatory recount in the 2nd Congressional District race.

Aiken County, SC · 3d

The Post and Courier

Parade time: Aiken offers an early Veterans Day salute

AIKEN — Park Avenue and Laurens Street had an abundance of red, white and blue Nov. 7, in the midst of what some are calling Aiken's first-ever Veterans Day parade. "Everybody had a great time," in the words of Sheila Pate, secretary of Aiken County Veterans Council, which organized the parade. She said 53 groups signed up, with participants ranging from Aiken High School's Naval Junior ROTC unit to Augusta Corvette Club and American Legion Post 212. Presley Jane Johnson, 9, started things off, presenting the national anthem, and Aiken Department of Public Safety provided security and a little...

Aiken, SC · 3d

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Edgefield County Breaks Ground on Star Park, Set to Open by May 2027

Edgefield County officials broke ground on Star Park, a nine-acre recreation complex at 358 Star Road, just off Rabbit Trail Road near Edgefield, South Carolina. The park should open by May 2027, according to WRDW. "We're getting more people coming to Edgefield County, and they expect services. And we, as...

Edgefield County, SC · 5d

WJBF

Aiken recount starts Tuesday in close U.S. House District 2 race with Joe Wilson and Zyon Khalifa

AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) – In anticipation of a statewide recount of the U.S. House District 2 race in South Carolina between incumbent Republican Congressman Joe Wilson and Democratic challenger Zyon Khalifa, Aiken County will begin its own countywide recount starting Tuesday, November 10th. Khalifa currently has 144,865 votes counted in his favor, while incumbent Joe […]

Aiken County, SC · 4d

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Edgefield County Breaks Ground on $2.45M Star Park With Splash Pad, Pickleball Courts

Edgefield County broke ground on a $2.45 million regional recreation complex Nov. 4 at the corner of Rabbit Trail Road and Star Road, setting in motion a nine-acre project that will bring pickleball courts, sports fields and a splash pad to the area. County council members gathered for the ceremonial start of construction. The project is a recreation investment for the county.

Edgefield County, SC · 4d

Yahoo!

Aiken County data centers could bring 'generational wealth,' industry representatives say

AIKEN — There's plenty of noise, both figuratively and sometimes literally, surrounding data centers. There are concerns about water usage, power consumption and noise pollution. But the economic incentives can be "transformational" and bring "generational wealth" to communities, according to a panel discussion held Nov. 6 at Newberry Hall.

Aiken County, SC · 6d

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Aiken County Voters Approve Wastewater Referendum

Aiken County voters said yes on Nov. 3 to a referendum that gives the county more ways to pay for upgrades and a bigger Wastewater Treatment Plant. Three sitting County Council members won new terms. A newcomer joins them. Ron Felder, Mike Kellems, and Phil Napier kept their seats, while Chris Alverson won his first. All four are Republicans, and none faced a challenger.

Aiken County, SC · 5d

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