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Juvenile Accused of Shooting Man Near Fenton During Botched Sale Meetup

A man arranged to sell items to a juvenile near Fenton on Saturday, and the meeting ended with gunfire, a robbery and an arrest within a matter of minutes. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said a deputy responded to a robbery call shortly after noon on the 20 block of Georgia Spur, where the seller had been shot during the exchange.

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‘You’ll have to kill me’: Officers stun man at Thomson apartments

THOMSON, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Officers used a stun device on a Thomson man who told them to ”kill” him after he allegedly vandalized his ex-girlfriend’s car, according to authorities. According to the Thomson Police Department, officers were first called to the Rollingwood Apartments on the 500 block...

Thomson, GA · 2d
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Tim’s Butcher Shop in Thomson: Great deals and fresh meats!

In this episode of Your Hometown Roadtrip, Brandon Dawson and the team visits Tim's Butcher Shop in Thomson to speak with owner Timothy Baughman about the business.

Thomson, GA · 2d

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NCIS agents search two homes in Thomson Tuesday morning

THOMSON, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Federal agents from the naval Criminal Investigative Services raided two homes on Tuesday morning in Thomson, a spokesperson for the agency confirmed. News 12 has learned that both homes searched are within Thomson’s city limits, with one house in the Shadowmoor Subdivision off of Central Road....

Thomson, GA · 1d
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2 Richmond County school cops quit amid investigations

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Two Richmond County School System police officers have resigned in unrelated cases that raised questions about their conduct. District records show school police Officer Deion Flournoy resigned while facing questions about medical paperwork he used to support sick leave. According to a district investigative summary, Richmond...

Richmond County, GA · 1d

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Augusta administrator Tameka Allen to retire in 2027

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

Augusta, GA · 1d

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Traffic flowing at GA/SC state line following crash

UPDATE, 11:26am – As of this update, traffic is flowing at the state line. NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) – Traffic at the Georgia-Carolina state line is at a crawl following a crash. According to South Carolina Department of Transportation’s (SCDOT) website, the right westbound lane (coming into Augusta) is shut down. The site says traffic […]

Augusta, GA · 1d

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At This Little Country Store In South Carolina, They Make Your Sandwich By Hand, Then You Fill Your Jugs With Fresh Spring Water

Some of the best lunches in South Carolina hide at the end of quiet country roads, far from any highway sign. You pull up expecting a quick snack and walk out with a warm sandwich, a jar of local jelly, and a story to tell. This little store pairs hand-built...

Blackville, SC · 2d

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Two teens charged after incident at Columbia Co. fair

COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – Two teens were charged after an incident at the Columbia County fair. According to police reports, two 13-year-olds were riding the “Circus Swing” when they were seen twisting, turning, and pushing the swings around after being told not to. As a result the swings got out of control causing injuries […]

Columbia County, GA · 2d

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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 · 2d

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Six Augusta parks recommended for closing

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A beautiful day at Barrett Park, but not a surprise no visitor enjoying it. “I ride by here almost everyday George and I never seen anybody here,” said Commissioner Catherine Smith Rice. A study found Barrett Park average just two visitors a month, while costing the city tens of thousands of […]

Augusta, GA · 14h

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Feast Before The Feast 2026

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Many of you are making your Thanksgiving plans. For those less fortunate, there’s the “Feast Before the Feast.” Thousands attend the event each year. This year the feast will be at five locations on Thursday, November 19th. It is organized by Richmond County School Board member Monique Braswell. Braswell sat down […]

Richmond County, GA · 1d

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Fernanda’s Grill & Pizzeria: 15 years of family-owned flavors!

In this episode of Your Hometown Roadtrip, Brandon Dawson and the team visits Fernanda's Grill & Pizzeria in Thomson to speak with managers Kevin Reyes and Fernanda Mata Cortez to learn more about the restaurant.

Thomson, GA · 1d

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23-year-old wanted for Aggravated Assault and Burglary, RCSO says

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A 23-year-old is wanted in connection to an alleged aggravated assault and burglary at an Augusta apartment complex over the weekend. According to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, Jameel Thompson Jr. is wanted for Aggravated Assault and Burglary stemming from a reported incident that occurred on the 3100 Block of Wrightsboro […]

Augusta, GA · 2d

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The 10 Most Affordable Towns In Georgia Where Living On Social Security Alone Is Possible

Curious about the most affordable towns in Georgia where your Social Security alone can cover the bills?. These 10 towns offer low costs and real charm that make retirement genuinely enjoyable!. 1. Augusta. Augusta is a city that the whole world knows for the Masters Golf Tournament, but the people...

Georgia · 2d

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Emergency crews respond to school bus crash in Columbia County, no injuries reported

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WJBF) – First responders are on the scene of a school bus crash in Columbia County. According to dispatch the crash happened Tuesday morning at 6:38 am on William Few Parkway at Ashbrooke Way in Grovetown. According to Columbia County school officials, a BMW pulled out in front of Columbia County school bus […]

Columbia County, GA · 2d

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Discover Why This Timeless Georgia Restaurant Has Been A Hometown Favorite For Over 30 Years

In Augusta, Georgia, there is a red brick building with a cartoon beetle on the wall, and inside that building, people have been having some of the best meals of their lives for over thirty years. That building is the Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery, and if you haven’t been...

Augusta, GA · 1d

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Flu flares in CSRA with some schools closing as virus hits early

NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Flu activity is rising across the CSRA, prompting at least two schools to send students home for several days and filling local clinics as Thanksgiving approaches. South Carolina reported widespread flu activity for the week of Oct. 25-31, the latest figures available in the state report....

Georgia · 2d

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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....

Augusta, GA · 10h

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Emotional pain could outlast physical harm after fair ride goes awry

We’re gaining more insights about what happened when a ride went out of control at the Columbia County Fall Fair.

Columbia County, GA · 2d