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Saluda football coach Young has two new coordinators
Saluda – There is only one change among the varsity head coaches for Saluda High School, but football head coach Stewart Young will be breaking in two new coordinators this season. Daryl Smith will be the Tigers’ new defensive coordinator while Greg Woerner will be new the. offensive...
Group of men pull off $20,000 theft at Evans Walmart, authorities investigating
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a nearly $20,000 theft took place last week at the Evans Walmart on Washington Road. Deputies responded to Walmart on Thursday after an employee reviewing register logs found a register was $9,000 short, according to an incident report. The employee said she reviewed camera footage and...
2-year-old Augusta boy fatally drowns in bathtub, marking third child drowning in a week
The Richmond County Coroner's Office is investigating after a 2-year-old fatally drowned Friday in a bathtub. Rayshon Roberts, 2, of Augusta, was taken to Children's Hospital Of Georgia after reportedly being found unresponsive in a bathtub, according to a news release from the coroner's office. Roberts was pronounced dead just before midnight. The drowning...
SLED investigating deputy-involved shooting in Aiken County
AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday, July 25th in Aiken County. Aiken County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a 911 call regarding a man acting erraticallywhile removing his clothing and walking along Columbia Highway in the direction of J.D. LeverElementary […]
Free school supplies, more at Back 2 School drive at Bettis Academy Park
TRENTON, S.C. (WJBF) — Several local groups are coming together to hold a back to school drive in Trenton. A11 Star Connection Academy, Ministry of Faith, and Fullness of Christ, and New Destination are holding the third annual Back 2 School Drive on Saturday, August 3 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Bettis Academy […]
Autopsy scheduled after 2-year-old found unresponsive in bathtub, Richmond Co. Coroner confirms
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Coroner’s Office responded to the Children’s Hospital of Georgia (CHOG), Wellstar/MCG in reference to a baby death. 2-year-old Rayshon Roberts of Fayetteville Drive was taken to the hospital on July 24th after reportedly being found unresponsive in a bathtub. The incident occurred on the 700 Block of Cross […]
Compass for Hope celebrates 1,000 showers and 6th anniversary
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Compass for Hope celebrated two huge milestones as the group offered its services during the last weekend of July. The mobile trailer units range from showers to laundry units for homeless people and others in need. On Sunday, the group celebrated by giving its 1,000th shower...
Back-to-school is almost here: Here's what Augusta University students need to know
While there is still a bit of summer vacation left, it's time for Augusta University students to start planning for the start of the school year. The first day of classes is Aug. 14. Here's what new and returning students need to know about moving in as well as guidance on what...
UkuSeniors perform in recital at Jessye Norman School of Arts
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Senior musicians in the Jessye Norman School of Arts ukulele class got to show off their skills during a recital over the weekend. The school partnered with AARP to host the UkuSeniors recital. Seniors 55 and up learned to play the ukulele in six weeks -...
Crash on Deans Bridge Road slowing traffic
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – First responders are on the scene of a 3-vehicle crash. According to Richmond County Dispatch, it’s causing delays on Deans Bridge Road under the Bobby Jones overpass. Authorities confirm that there are people injured. Motorists may want to take an alternate route.
Scattered strong storms on the way this afternoon
Hit-or-miss strong storms move Monday and Tuesday afternoons and highs slowly warm into the low to mid 90's. Wednesday through Friday kicks off a scorching hot stretch in the mid to upper 90's with a heat index near 105-110.
AFD responds to structure fire off West Wheeler Pkwy
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Augusta Fire Department responded to a structure fire Monday morning. Nearby residents say the home is on Nevis Drive, off West Wheeler Parkway in a wooded area. They claim that sometimes the homeless stay in that abandoned home. No word on what started the fire or if there are any injuries. […]
Augusta woman allegedly leaves 2-year-old outside in the middle of the night
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – An Augusta woman was arrested after allegedly leaving a toddler outside in the middle of the night. Reports from the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office say that a 2-year-old was left outside of an apartment on the 2400 block of Acapulco Drive for an extended amount of time around 1:15 a.m. on […]
Augusta Boxing Club gives nearly 500 book bags to students
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Nearly 500 students received book bags during the 6th annual “Knock out the Need” drive at the Augusta Boxing Club over the weekend. The Mike Hostilo Law Firm partnered with the Augusta Boxing Club for its 6th annual drive on Saturday. More than 1,000...
Daily forecast | From First Alert Meteorologist Emily Acton
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A wet Monday for the CSRA! Pack the rain gear as you head out the door this morning. Showers and thunderstorms are expected throughout the day with the best chance being later in the afternoon. Rain chances will continue into the day Tuesday with high temperatures below average, topping off near 90.
High school football: Who are the top Augusta-area quarterbacks entering the 2024 season?
We’re that much closer to high school football season openers with padded practices beginning this week. In the spirit of the season, we’re going to look at a breakdown of some of the top position groups in the area. To start, let’s look at the top Augusta-area quarterbacks entering the 2024 season. The fact...
History comes to life during museum fundraiser
Taking a cue from a popular movie, an Aug. 8 fundraiser will give people a unique glimpse into the Augusta Museum of History. Using the backdrop of museum exhibits, historical figures will come to life after dark to tell stories from Augusta’s past. “This is a really fun event,”...
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