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HBCUs Will Gain $10.7M In Grants Thanks To National Park Service
The funding will go toward the restoration of several buildings across 11 HBCUs. HBCUs are about to receive new funding to preserve their campuses. The National Parks Service has announced that it will distribute $10.67 million in grants to 11 diverse institutions. The money will go toward 15 projects, all...
Recruit watching—Tuesday at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam (Jalen Haralson, Darius Adams, Trey McKenney)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.—The 2024 Nike EYBL Peach Jam rolls on today. The organizers gave teams off days during the event since it stretches over nine days. Teams only play one game daily, so it is a spread-out schedule. Jalen Haralson's Indy Heat had the day off on Monday, and most of the 16U schedule was empty. In fact, the Indy Heat 16U group does not play Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday.
Arts In The Heart Returns To Broad Street And The Augusta Common September 20-22
The annual Arts In The Heart Of Augusta Festival is making a return to Broad Street and the Augusta Common this year. With road construction happening in downtown Augusta, a decision was made last week. The construction affects Telfair Street, which would impact the festival. Initially, the plan would include...
Syracuse basketball 4-star, 5-star recruits have massive games at EYBL's Peach Jam
The annual Peach Jam tournament on Nike's EYBL circuit runs through this weekend, with various Syracuse basketball targets across three classes putting forth excellent performances during recent encounters. Peach Jam takes place in North Augusta, S.C., through July 21. There was an NCAA live period this past weekend, and there's...
Augusta Eats: Wetzel’s Pretzels introduced to Augusta with food truck. Local storefront planned
A national chain has officially planted its flag in the Augusta area. Wetzel's Pretzels now has a food truck operating in the area, the first of the chain's trucks in Georgia and only the second of any kind of Wetzel's in the Peach State. The other one is a Lawrenceville storefront more than 100 miles away.
Four Emory hospitals ranked best in Georgia and Atlanta by U.S. News and World Report
ATLANTA – Four Emory Healthcare hospitals have ranked notably in this year’s regional rankings of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals issue. For the thirteenth year in a row, Emory University Hospital ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Georgia and metro Atlanta in the 2024-25 Best Regional Hospitals rankings. (Emory University Hospital includes Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital and Emory University Hospital at Wesley Woods.)
50 Years Ago: July 16,1974
Ronnie Lee Crooms, 16 year-old letterman in three sports at East Laurens High School, drowned Monday noon while swimming in a lake near Dublin. His death has been ruled accidental by Laurens County Coroner Jimmy Allen. Crooms drowned shortly after arriving at Lake Tanya, a recreational area on the Old...
Monday Storm Damage… Hot & Humid Tuesday
Today was hot and humid! Highs were in the upper 90s with some places making it to the low 100s. The heat index made it feel well into the triple digits and will continue to do so throughout the week. Tonight will be muggy with lows in the mid 70s. Tomorrow’s highs are going to be in the mid to upper 90s. Rain chances are going to increase as we go into the week. Tomorrow has a 30% chance of some storms, but the chance jumps up to 50% and 60% later in the week. Temperatures will cool down as the rain moves in.
NIKE's EYBL Peach Jam Brings Economic Boost to CSRA Businesses
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WFXG) - Every summer, North Augusta becomes the epicenter of youth basketball as NIKE’s Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) Peach Jam returns to the Central Savannah River Area. This event isn't just about hoops; it’s a major economic boost for local businesses, hotels, and restaurants alike, drawing in visitors from around the country.
Mullins pastor nominated for Stellar Award
MULLINS, S.C. (WBTW) — A Mullins pastor has been nominated for a Stellar Gospel Award in the category for Traditional Female Gospel Artist of the year along with other award-winning artists. Eartha Edwards said at an early age she knew her voice would be a tool used to uplift people around the world. She sang her […]
Saluting Our Heroes: Dr. Ebony Whisenant, Harrisburg Family Healthcare
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) - AUGUSTA, Ga. — The HUB, an outreach project for the CSRA, houses a healthcare center supported by the philanthropic efforts of multiple community organizations. The Harrisburg Family Healthcare Center, located inside the HUB, serves residents of the Harrisburg community and beyond. Entering the Harrisburg Family...
Quinton Simon’s mom gets trial date in Ga. toddler’s death
SAVANNAH, Ga. - The former Burke County resident who’s accused of killing her son, Quinton Simon, has been given a date for a jury trial. According to the Superior Court of Chatham County, jury selection for Leilani Simon’s trial will begin on Oct. 9. We are now learning...
Storms take down trees, knock out power across CSRA
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - An overnight thunderstorm knocked down trees and brought power outages early Tuesday across the CSRA. The National Weather Service said the storm was a microburst. A microburst is column of fast-moving sinking air that can cause destruction as the wind hits the ground and spreads in all directions.
New hunting opportunities for mobility-challenged hunters in Georgia
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced new events being planned for mobility-challenged hunters this upcoming season. Starting July 15, adaptive hunters will have the opportunity to apply for one of seven New Adaptive Wildlife Management Area (WMA) hunting events on public properties across the state through their Outdoors Beyond […]
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