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Ga. House Rural Development Council to Meet Thursday
The Georgia House Rural Development Council will kick off a series of meetings around the state Thursday with a session in Rome. The council is tasked with researching and recommending initiatives aimed at boosting the economic resiliency of counties outside metro areas. At the Rome meeting — set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Berry College — members are scheduled to hear from a wide range of experts on current issues facing rural Georgia. ...
Georgia Paralympic athletes anticipate competition and celebration in 2024 Paris games
At only 19 days old, swimmer and Georgia native McKenize Coan had already been given what is described as “a death sentence.”. After being diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfecta, doctors informed Coan’s parents that they didn’t expect her to live a long or comfortable life. “And if I...
Fort Jackson welcomes new commanding general Maj. Gen. Daryl Hood
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (WIS) - A new leader has officially taken command on post at Fort Jackson. Major General Daryl Hood was appointed as Fort Jackson’s 54th commanding general at Hilton Field on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. Born in Texas and raised in Georgia, Major General Daryl Hood graduated...
Aiken County schools to host public meetings on 1-cent sales tax
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Aiken County school leaders are hosting five public meetings to discuss the one-cent sales tax. It helps with construction, repair projects and classroom additions. They also want to add a new elementary school. North Augusta is seeing growth in several city areas, including additions to the...
Suspect pleads guilty to manslaughter in Waynesboro slaying
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A suspect has taken a plea deal in a 2021 shooting that killed one man and injured others at a Dowell Avenue apartment in Waynesboro. Johnathan Terrell Hughes appeared in a Burke County courtroom on Aug. 21, pleading guilty to voluntary manslaughter and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.
The Changes At Eastlake For The Tour Championship
This week’s Tour Championship at Eastlake in Atlanta is the culmination of the PGA Tour’s 2024 season. The Tour Championship was first held in 1987 and for the first nine years of its existence, it was held at various venues. For the past twenty years, the event has been held at Eastlake Golf Club in Atlanta. Eastlake is where Bob Jones learned the game. It’s where Alexa Sterling played. It’s place in the game is steeped in tradition.
Hot, muggy & mostly dry until next week
Humidity continues to climb as our heat index reaches between 100-105 this afternoon. A few pop-up showers and storms are possible today & tomorrow, but most stay dry. A cold front brings hit-or-miss storms on Labor Day and cooler conditions early next week.
New Women’s Golf Coach Ember Holloway Builds on Jaguars’ Legacy
Ember Holloway has been appointed as the new head coach for the Augusta University women's golf team, taking over from two-time Southland Conference Coach of the Year, Caroline Haase-Hegg. Holloway aims to build upon the strong legacy established by her predecessor, having a background as an assistant coach at the University of Georgia where she contributed to the development of several All-American players. She emphasizes fostering a supportive environment while relating to players' academic and athletic commitments. Holloway's coaching approach blends her personal experiences and those of her mentors, aligning her vision with the team's success in upcoming competitive events. She expresses a strong commitment to maintaining the team's high standards and community involvement, setting her sights on a successful season.
Gun reported at bus stop in Augusta, middle school parents learn
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A student was spotted with a gun at a bus stop earlier this week, according to the Richmond County School System. It happened Tuesday, according to a letter sent to parents Wednesday from Richmond Hill Middle School Principal Kimberly Rouse. “Students witnessed another student with a...
Aggressor Adventures Hiring Airline Travel Agent
Aggressor Adventures® is seeking an airline travel agent to work for the Aggressor Detours Travel Department to assist clients with airline ticketing, hotel and resort stays, custom tour packages for clients traveling on scuba diving cruises, wildlife photo safaris, and river cruises. The position is for a full-time remote...
Benedictine, Vanderbilt alum Carter Holton begins pro baseball career with Class-A Augusta
Former Benedictine and Vanderbilt star Carter Holton has been assigned by the Atlanta Braves to join the Class A Augusta GreenJackets, the organization announced on X, formerly known as Twitter, Wednesday. The standout left-handed pitcher was selected in the second round of the Major League Baseball Draft on July 14, with the 62nd overall pick. ...
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