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Florida Staying In The Mix For ’25 Cameron and Cayden Boozer
As we speak, Nike’s Peach Jam is going on in Augusta, Georgia. For those of you who might not know, the Peach Jam is one of the biggest events on the high school recruiting calendar–a convergence of the best teams on the Nike grassroots circuit. This is a great opportunity for players to showcase their abilities against some of the best competition they will see all year, and a chance for coaches to be visual and put the full court press on the recruits they are hoping to land.
Daily forecast | From First Alert Chief Meteorologist Riley Hale
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Pop-up afternoon storms will be possible for your Wednesday, but Thursday into Friday a cold front will move into the region and stall bringing higher rain chances and cooler high temperatures!. This afternoon will be hot and humid again with highs in the mid-90s and feel...
National Parks Service Announces $10.67 Million Grant to Restore Cultural Legacy at 11 HBCUs
The National Parks Service (NPS) has unveiled a significant initiative aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the United States. This announcement comes as a welcome boost for 11 diverse institutions set to receive a total of $10.67 million in grants. Restoring Historic...
Brenda Durant on Arts In The Heart
Below is a conversation with Brenda Durant about the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival. Arts In The Heart is back on Broad Street. Back in March it was announced that the festival was moving to Telfair Street because of the road construction on Broad Street. Well, that work is now being delayed until 2025 and the Greater Augusta Arts Council was informed that the festival will once again take place this fall on Broad St.
Executive Director of Greater Augusta Arts Council to retire after 27 years
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Greater Augusta Arts Council has announced that Executive Director Brenda Durant will be retiring after nearly 3 decades. Durant took the position in 1997, and under her leadership, she’s taken the arts council to new heights. “I love that we’re managing public art right now, I love how Arts in […]
2 charged in Burke County drug, firearms bust
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Two suspects were arrested after the execution of search warrants related to ongoing drug investigations in Waynesboro on Tuesday, according to authorities. The Burke County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division carried out a series of targeted operations, culminating in the execution of search warrants at two locations...
Learn about the new changes coming to the ACT exam
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - High school students are going to be seeing some big changes to the ACT. Bayvale Elementary got a gift of a vehicle that's being converted to a book bus. The goal is to promote literacy by bringing books directly to the community. The head of the...
S.T.O.P. Mobile Farmers Market providing locally fresh produce for CSRA
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Local farmers are providing fresh produce for residents of the CSRA. The S.T.O.P. Mobile Farmers Market is a new initiative, designed to connect local farmers with new customers, reduce food waste, and make farm-fresh produce available throughout the Augusta area. “The S.T.O.P. is more than just a place to buy food; […]
Group seeking changes to Augusta Animal Services evoke mixed reactions from around the country
On the surface the offer looks like a win-win for everyone. Best Friends Animal Society, a nonprofit based in Utah, wants to provide services with a grant it values at more than $910,000 to help Augusta Animal Services lower its high euthanasia rate. But some animal shelter directors and volunteers...
Get free diapers, baby supplies at these CSRA events
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - This week, parents have two chances to get free baby supplies at these events in the CSRA. “I want to be prepared. I want to be able to say, you know, I did this by myself, and I was able to provide for my child,” said Zikera Campbell, expecting mother.
$175M federal grant enables SC to build new I-95 bridge over Lake Marion
COLUMBIA — Several aging bridges on Interstate 95 over Lake Marion will be replaced by one wider bridge with help from a $175 million federal grant awarded to the state Department of Transportation, officials announced Wednesday. It’s a project that will keep traffic and commerce flowing on a critical route connecting the entire East Coast. […] The post $175M federal grant enables SC to build new I-95 bridge over Lake Marion appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.
SC eases requirements for child care workers to address staffing needs
ROCK HILL, S.C. — Crystal Williams' children are her world, but finding daycare for them hasn't always been easy. Many others share her struggle across South Carolina and around the country, as childcare centers continue to struggle with staffing and funding challenges. “My son, he’s four years old and...
Cell phone ban could be coming to South Carolina schools
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The South Carolina Department of Education will soon draft a policy banning the use of cell phones and other personal electronic devices, which could start as soon as the upcoming school year. The ban is tied to a provision that must happen if the school districts plan to get state […]
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