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Crews battle fire at abandoned structure on West Wheeler Parkway
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Crews battled an abandoned structure fire for over an hour on West Wheeler Parkway on Monday morning, according to authorities. Richmond County dispatchers say the call came in at 7:59 a.m. on West Wheeler Parkway and Nevis Drive for an abandoned structure fire. Dispatch tells us...
Restaurant inspections: Chicken chain scores a 68 for condition of south Augusta location
The Georgia Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Section, conducts regular restaurant inspections to help keep residents and visitors safe. The following is a list of restaurants in Richmond and Columbia counties that have been inspected between July 19 and 25, accompanied by their scores and, in some cases, the health infractions that lowered those scores. ...
Back to School (it's Thursday for D56): Building Dreams
Kristy Patrick admits she isn’t what people think of as a typical building construction student, but that didn’t stop her from enrolling in Piedmont Technical College’s Building Construction Technology program. Her determination and “can-do” attitude propelled her to graduate with a 4.0 grade point average and to begin a new job a week after graduation.
Columbia hosts first Book Lovers Expo, bridging authors and readers
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Book lovers and authors traveled far and wide to attend Columbia’s first Book Lovers Expo. The event, which originated in Washington, D.C., was created by the Bookbutler Publishing Company and has now arrived in Columbia. “There weren't a lot of opportunities to connect with communities,...
Sumter police offer up to $5k reward in search for man wanted in teen’s killing
SUMTER, S.C. (WIS) - A man wanted for killing a teenager in Sumter is on the loose and the police are offering a reward to anyone who can help find him. Police have been looking for Ja’Hugh Martin, 20, from Manning, who was chased by law enforcement Friday into the woods in Clarendon County off Interstate 95 across from Manning High School.
Stacy Bell new Thomas Sumter football coach
Dalzell – Thomas Sumter Academy will have a new football head coach for the 2024-25 school year in Stacy Bell after Brannon Tidwell, also the athletic director, stepped down. Tanner Brunson, who is now the athletic director, said Bell, who was an assistant coach at. Brookland-Cayce High School last...
USC announces new ticket policies for soccer and volleyball
South Carolina Athletics announced changes to its ticket policy for men’s and women’s soccer and volleyball as part of a multi-year strategic revenue plan. Starting with the 2024 season, there are multiple ways for fans to secure tickets for games, including the Go Pass. The Go Pass is...
5-star prospect names South Carolina basketball program among favorites
The defending National Champions do not yet have their first commitment in the class of 2026, but late on Friday night, one of the very best players in the class of 2026 announced that Dawn Staley and South Carolina basketball were among her favorites. Versatile player Jayla Jordyn Jackson posted her list of 16 top schools, including the Gamecocks, on her various social media accounts.
Camp Cola Fest: A day-long celebration of music and art
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The first-ever Camp Cola Fest will be held on July 27 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Hangar Lofts. The festival promises a day of live music, classic summer camp vibes, and surprises. With over 20 musical acts, local food trucks, vendors, and summer camp-inspired activities, Camp Cola Fest aims to highlight Columbia's art scene.
Free school supplies and food at Perrin-Thomas Community Center event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Random Days LLC, in collaboration with the Omicron Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi, is hosting a Back to School Bash on July 27. The event is set to last from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Perrin-Thomas Community Center. The event features free...
Huey's in Savannah bringing New Orleans food to new restaurant in Statesboro
A Savannah hot spot is making its presence known at the home of Eagle Nation. Huey’s announced on Facebook that it is opening a new restaurant in Statesboro. It will be housed in the defunct Main Street Bar and Grill. ...
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