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Sports group 'chomping at the bit' to bring hockey back to Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) - After much conversation on social media and with ground broken on the new James Brown Arena, the CEO and owner of sports and entertainment group Zawyer Sports confirms the group could own the new hockey team if the sport gets the chance to come back to Augusta.
Keep CSRA’s PTSD-affected veterans in mind this Fourth of July
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Many CSRA residents are preparing to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, but this can be a triggering time for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder. We have a very large military community, with many in the CSRA struggling with PTSD. For those who have experienced severe combat-related...
Work begins to renovate Augusta Players’ new home
Work began July 1 on the Augusta Players’ new home at 712 Ellis St. bringing with it an array of emotions for the organization’s executive director. “It’s terrifying and exciting,” said Scott Seidl of the legacy moment in the organization’s 80-year history. It’s exciting because...
Wanted suspect arrested after barricading inside Augusta home
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A wanted suspect connected to a May shooting was arrested after barricading inside a home in Richmond County Wednesday. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says around 10:09 a.m., deputies and the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force responded to the 2200 Block of Basswood Drive for a wanted subject.
Fourth of July is on Thursday. Here's a look at what's open, closed in the Augusta area
Independence Day is on Thursday, and because it's a federal holiday, you may want to prepare accordingly as many facilities will be closed and services will be paused. Here's a look at some of them:. The City of Augusta posted a list online of services that will be modified on...
Benedictine honored with top boys’ athletic program in region by Georgia Athletic Director’s Association
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Georgia Athletic Director’s Association awarded Benedictine as South Georgia’s top boys’ athletic program. Benedictine earned 582 points, the most of any school in the region. All athletic programs in the GHSA are eligible for the award, A through 7A. With a continued...
Dry skies, high buys: Firework safety ignites concerns as sales soar in Tennessee, Georgia
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — America celebrates its 248th birthday on Thursday, and while the day is sure to end with a bang, authorities are also hoping it doesn't end with a wildfire. The Tennessee Division of Forestry is reminding residents that dry land can be dangerous. According to the Climate...
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