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SEE IT: Giant sinkhole opens on Walton Way in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Amid intensely high temperatures followed by a torrential downpour Wednesday, a sinkhole opened up on Walton Way. The pavement was buckled around the deep hole in front of Langford Middle School, 3019 Walton Way. It was big enough to swallow a medium-size car. Crews surrounded it...
Take a look at the new principals in Aiken County
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Aiken County School District has announced new principals for the 2024-25 school year for several schools across the county. The district made the announcement of alumnus Casey Rogers as principal of North Augusta High School. Rogers’ appointment was made public following the Tuesday, July 9 school board meeting.
Local districts lead the way as school year starts earlier across S.C.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - It might be hard to believe, but some South Carolina students are already back in school – including in Aiken, Edgefield and McCormick counties. They’re among six South Carolina school districts already back in the classroom. That’s despite a state law saying no students...
After tree removing uproar in Olde Town, Augusta mayor seeks to form new city department
Just days after residents loudly told city officials to find solutions for implementing infrastructure improvements other than cutting down many of the large trees in Olde Town, Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson said he wants to hire a city arborist and form a new city department for landscapes and tree maintenance. The mayor said...
National Night Out 2024 In North Augusta
National Night Out 2024 is coming up soon in North Augusta. This event is an evening of community, connection, and fun. National Night Out is a nationwide initiative with a goal to strength the relationship between the communities and their local law enforcement. On Tuesday, August 6, 2024, North Augusta...
New safety protocol aims to make school safety accessible for students, parents, teachers
Jul. 26—Aiken County students are starting off the school year with a new safety protocol in place. The Aiken County Public School District is beginning to implement the Standard Response Protocol in the classroom and beyond, as teachers, students, parents and law enforcement receive training on this program. Educators are hoping to familiarize students with the new protocol's five action ...
Furys Ferry project causes temporary lane closures starting next week
MARTINEZ, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Drivers in Columbia County can expect two temporary lane closures on Furys Ferry Road and North Belair Road as part of a roadway-widening project. Caribou Coffee is planning on opening two locations in Augusta, chain officials tell us. Columbia County officials say, in cooperation with E.R....
VA Innovation bringing life changing health devices to Veterans
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF)- Thursday, the Charlie Norwood Uptown VA hosted its inaugural “VA Augusta Innovation Summit.’ The event showcased veteran health care inventions and collaborations. These glasses are called “Xander Glasses.” They allow people with severe hearing loss to understand speech in real time. It’s just one invention featured at the Summit that will help […]
Sinkhole blocks nearly half the road of a local neighborhood
Imagine driving in your neighborhood and seeing a sinkhole roughly the size of a car. That's what residents of the Windsor Court neighborhood experienced earlier this week. Sinkhole blocks nearly half the road of a local neighborhood. Imagine driving in your neighborhood and seeing a sinkhole roughly the size of...
PCL Construction Breaks Ground on the New Augusta Arena, a State-of-the-Art Entertainment and Sports Venue
PCL Construction joined the Augusta-Richmond County Coliseum Authority at a groundbreaking ceremony on June 25 for the New Augusta Arena, a modern venue that will be a top entertainment and sports destination in the Augusta, Georgia metro area. The arena is set to create 600 permanent jobs and bring $1.6 billion to the region when finished.
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