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SOAR Academy gifts scholarship during sensory friendly event
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - SOAR Academy hosted a sensory-friendly silent disco to raise money and gave one family a full scholarship. The private K-12 school and tutoring center specializes in curriculum to support those who are neuro-divergent. People met with speech and occupational therapists and experts in ADHD, autism, and...
Man, 41, killed in shooting on East Chapman Street in Augusta
An Augusta man is dead after a fatal shooting early Thursday on East Chapman Street in Augusta. Willie Lee Gonder, 41, of the 700 block of East Chapman Street, was shot at least once and pronounced dead, according to a news release from the Richmond County Coroner's Office. Richmond County Sheriff's Office deputies responded...
Ridge View student represents S.C. at ALA Girls Nation
Jada-Love Roper, a student at Ridge View High School, is one of 100 high school seniors selected to attend American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls Nation in Washington, D.C. The weeklong program, founded in 1947, has provided exceptional civic education to thousands of students, teaching them how the federal government works.
Conn’s Is Closing More Than 70 Stores In 13 States Including Georgia And South Carolina
Conn’s home goods and furniture retailer has announced it’s closing more than 70 stores across the country, including some stores in Georgia and South Carolina. The good news is, the Conn’s store on Bobby Jones Expressway in Augusta is not on the closure list. At least not for now.
Team USA wins final pre-Olympic game as South Carolina basketball legend dominates
The United States Basketball Women's National Team is a loaded unit that feels destined to win its 8th Olympic gold medal in a row. Led by South Carolina basketball alum A'ja Wilson, the world's best player, the US is clearly the top group in the 2024 Summer Olympics, and fans of the red, white, and blue cannot wait for the first game next week.
When schools around the Midlands return to the classroom
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Students and teachers around the Midlands are preparing for the 2024-2025 school year. WIS compiled a list of when schools will return to the classroom:. If there’s a school that’s not our list, please send us an email at wis-webproducers@graymedia.com. Feel more informed, prepared,...
South Carolina History Calendar showcases Former Charleston Educators
A heartfelt tribute is being paid to a beloved educator and her deceased spouse in the Lowcountry. The couple’s contributions and achievements are being celebrated through this special recognition. The South Carolina Department of Education sponsors an annual calendar that acknowledges the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout...
Man wanted for felony charges in South Carolina apprehended in Monroe
MONROE, N.C. (WBTV) - North Carolina authorities said on Thursday that they caught a man wanted out of South Carolina for felony charges. On Thursday, July 25, a K9 police unit captured the man, identified as Deangelo Williams, in the North Carolina city of Monroe. Williams, 35, was wanted in South Carolina for felony charges related to breaking into cars.
Overnight earthquake reported in Georgia
ETON, Ga. — Above video: Your Thursday headlines. According to the United States Geological Survey, an earthquake was detected overnight in Georgia. The quake was located near Eton, which sits close to the Tennessee state line. The USGS reports it happened at 1:57 a.m. Thursday, was a magnitude 2.4...
SCISA Prepares to Open 55th Football Season
Goose Creek, S.C. - The South Carolina Independent Schools Association is preparing to open its 55th football season with a new two-year alignment. Can Hammond (4A), Hilton Head Christian (3A), Bethesda Academy (2A), Patrick Henry Academy (1A) and Jefferson Davis Academy (8 Man) defend their 2023 titles? Hammond will be playing for their 8th straight title in Class 4A.
Over 20 In-State 2025 Football Prospect Commit to Major Colleges At This Time
Moncks Corner — With 20 prep players committed to major college football by the time of the annual SCACA Coaches Clinic (July 21-24) being held this year in Greenville the state is a little behind where we normally are just before August football drills begin. The HSSR would like...
Pizza Hut franchisee files for bankruptcy amid legal battle
Pizza Hut franchisee EYM Pizza has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it is in the middle of a legal feud with its creditors. The franchisee, which operates 140 Pizza Hut locations in states like Georgia, South Carolina, and Wisconsin, listed Pizza Hut and Manufactures Bank as its creditors, owing $2.2 million to the pizza […]
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