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Student-led petition over Augusta schools' phone policy gains more than 4,000 signatures
Many of Augusta's students are not happy with the Richmond County School System's new cell phone policy and they are voicing that opposition. An anonymous individual who has only referred to themself as a Richmond County student started a petition on change.org on Saturday. As of Tuesday morning it had about 4,300 signatures. Here are some of their comments: ...
Documentary to be filmed in Boston, Georgia
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Exciting happenings are just over the Florida-Georgia border. In Boston, Ga., of Thomas County, Emmy-winning writer and director Dario M. Harris is working to tell the story of the local Ham family, who he is a direct descendant of, through a documentary titled “Legacy of Land.” James and Bessie Oliver Ham were Black residents of Boston during the time of prohibition and segregation. During this difficult time in history, the couple successfully amassed over 400 acres of land and were well-known for extending hospitality to all townspeople. Many prominent town officials would purchase the Hams' homemade moonshine and support their efforts despit.
One Local Business Closes Suddenly, Another Says It Will Soon
One local business downtown announced on social media Monday that it had closed, effective immediately. Without notice, Vance’s Bakery Bar on James Brown Boulevard posted a “Sorry, We Are Closed” sign on their Facebook page with a short message. “After much blood, sweat, and tears, we have...
As students start school, new job opportunities open up
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - As students go back to school, new job opportunities open. Here’s where you can find your next career in the CSRA. The Augusta Fire Department is hosting a job fair on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Julian Smith Casino. Positions include: firefighters, building maintenance tech, investigators and training to be a lieutenant.
Some Grovetown neighbors against proposed rezoning for church, campsite
Some people who live near 5821 Rockford Dr. in Grovetown are fighting a proposed rezoning of the 20-acre property by 143 Ministries. The nonprofit wants to build a church and a campground for people who are recovering from substance abuse to temporarily live in.
Traffic causes frustration among parents at Lakeside High
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The new school year just started, and parking and pickup lines seem to be the number one complaint among parents at Lakeside High School. So, what’s causing this major traffic jam twice a day?. The early morning wake-up call is even earlier this year at...
Meet the new tenants in the Augusta building designed by legendary architect I.M. Pei
A uniquely-shaped and positioned downtown Augusta building designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei is becoming the area's newest small business incubator. Construction for Accelerate Augusta will begin officially on Aug. 13 in a ceremony at 600 Broad St., where the landscaped Broad Street median begins at Sixth. ...
Jon Ossoff says there’s progress in efforts to bring a new fighter squadron to Moody Air Force Base
The U.S. Air Force tapped the base near Valdosta as the next home for the fifth-generation stealth combat aircraft known as the F-35 Lightning II.
City Manager Recommends New Director of Engineering Ronald Vance Beck II
City Manager Isaiah Hugley has selected current Columbus Consolidated Government (CCG) Assistant Engineering Director, Ronald Vance Beck II, to fill the position of Engineering Director. The City Manager will go before the Council to request approval of his appointment on Tuesday, August 27th, the next scheduled business meeting of the...
Crisp County Board of Commissioners approves key measures in August meeting
By Sarah Brown – Managing Editor The Crisp County Board of Commissioners held it’s regular meeting on August 13, 2024, at the Crisp County Government Center. The meeting, presided over by Chairman James R. Dowdy, III, included a series of important decisions and updates that will impact the county’s development and services. LMIG Projects Approved […] The post Crisp County Board of Commissioners approves key measures in August meeting appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
‘PACT Act Vet Fest’ to be held in Columbus, providing resources to Veterans
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System is preparing to host the PACT Act Vet Fest for Veterans, their families, and community members to attend. According to officials, the purpose of the event is to support and engage Veterans and their families by ensuring they have...
Woman arrested, charged with involuntary manslaughter
BARNWELL, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - An investigation led by Barnwell County Sheriffs Office has led to a woman facing an involuntary manslaughter charge. Deputies say the death of Rusty Peeples led to the arrest. Just four days into the school year, weapons were found at two Augusta schools, according to the...
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