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Ex-dental college staffer sentenced for embezzlement
A former coordinator at a dental college in Georgia was sentenced for reportedly stealing more than $300,000 from her employer for nearly 10 years to bankroll her taste for expensive items and vacations, according to multiple reports. Dawn Gantt, who worked as the dean's office coordinator at Augusta University Dental...
'A rising tide lifts all boats': New state law aims to help marriage and family therapists moving to Georgia
MACON, Ga. — Governor Brian Kemp signed over 700 bills into law on Monday, including one that has special significance for workers in Central Georgia. Senate Bill 373 speeds up the process for therapists moving to Georgia to get their license to practice, which has been a struggle for many workers recently.
Jackets’ bats scorch Fireflies on July 1
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Every starter in the GreenJackets’ lineup reached base at least once as Augusta uncorked 10 runs on 11 hits in a 10-2 thrashing of the Columbia Fireflies Monday evening. Coming off back to back wins to end the previous homestand, the ‘Jackets were keen to...
Tuesday brings a brief cool down before the heat returns
Tuesday morning update: This morning, a few areas south of I-20 have seen cloudy skies and light rain, but don’t expect that to last because dry air is starting to spill south thanks to a northeast wind. Expect plenty of sunshine by this afternoon, along with a decrease in humidity. Temperatures will be noticeably cooler in the upper 80s to near 90.
20/20 Sports With A.B. – U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team, The Braves, NBA Contracts, and More
In today’s 20/20 Sports with A.B., he talks about the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team, Braves taking on San Francisco tonight, and the GreenJackets winning three in a row. Ashley Brown: Well, a disappointing result for the U.S. Men’s National Team in soccer. They lose one to nothing to Uruguay in the Copa America. They are now eliminated in the group stage.
Trump immunity ruling could shatter Georgia RICO case
The Supreme Court‘s ruling this week that presidents have some immunity from criminal prosecution came in response to arguments Donald Trump made about his case in Washington, D.C., but the decision could also dramatically affect the former president’s case in Georgia. The high court ruled that a lower court judge will have to sift through Trump’s federal election interference […]
MPD Asst. Police Chief still lives in Georgia nearly 3 years after hiring
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Assistant Memphis Police Chief Shawn Jones still lives in Georgia, according to MPD. Memphis police released the following statement to Action News 5:. Shawn Jones’ primary residence is still in the state of Georgia. Tennessee state law does not permit restrictions on the residency of first responders.
High school football: The top 11 Augusta-area rivalry games to watch in the 2024 season
We’ve looked at the miles ahead for Augusta-area high school teams in 2024, now it’s time to dive deeper into these schedules. Every schedule has those games fans have marked off long before the first football is snapped. You know the ones. The buzz travels through the hallways from the first bell Monday morning until the game clock hits zeroes Friday evening.
It's Independence Week! Check here to learn where to celebrate with fireworks, concerts, more
Time to get the red, white, and blue out of your wardrobe because 4th of July is coming soon. Independence Day is on Thursday, with the Augusta area's biggest public firework shows scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday. Burke County's 3rd of July is 6-10 p.m. July 3 at Jonathan Broxton...
Kathryn Fletcher, CPA, CGMA Elected Chair of GSCPA Board of Directors for 2024-25 Year
Kathryn Fletcher, CPA, partner at Draffin & Tucker, LLP of Atlanta, Georgia, has been elected chair of The Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants (GSCPA) Board of Directors for the 2024-25 fiscal year. Fletcher was selected at the Society’s annual business meeting in St. Augustine, Florida. “Kathryn is a...
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