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Aiken continues to see a boom in population, business
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - South Carolina is growing in population. A study found the Palmetto State is one of most popular places people are moving, and one of those cities is in the CSRA – Aiken. Aiken has a 2024 population of 33,216 and a growth rate of 0.82%...
Tractor-trailer veers off road, driver killed
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WACH) — The driver of a tractor-trailer was killed on Interstate 26 in Orangeburg County Monday evening, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. ALSO | Blythewood man dies in I-26 crash with tractor-trailer. Lance Corporal Brittany Glover said the incident happened at 6:10 p.m. on I-26...
Sweet 16: South Carolina's first Whataburger opens doors, 'we're very excited to be here'
Dozens of cars lined up in Boiling Springs Monday morning for the grand opening of South Carolina’s first Whataburger. Located at 3647 Boiling Springs Road, the new location of the Texas-based hamburger chain is offering only drive-thru service in July while staff members continue to train. ...
Langley water boil advisory lifted
UPDATE (July 17): The Langley Water, Sewer & Fire District has stated that residents no longer have to boil their water before drinking or cooking with it. LANGLEY, S.C. (WJBF) – Some residents in Langley, South Carolina are without water due to a water main break. According to the Langley Water, Sewer and Fire District, […]
Adventures in Middle Georgia: Things to Do this Week in the Heart of Georgia
The last week of July is here and it will likely be another hot one. But there are thankfully many fun events taking place inside this week as well as plenty of things to do for both adults and kids. The following are just a few of the grand adventures to be had this week in the Heart of Georgia.
Local law enforcement cracks down on speeding in ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’
COLUMBUS, Ga (WRBL) — From July 15 to July 21, Georgia and Alabama join Florida, South Carolina, and Tennessee for the eighth annual “Operation Southern Slow Down” The campaign aims to change the driving behaviors of residents in the region by prioritizing the safety of all citizens by focusing on drivers who are traveling at […]
Neal Receives Scholarship From Georgia DNR
(L-R): Coach Stuart Harrell, Reese Neal, DNR Representative Jennifer Davison, Headmaster Jeff McCormick, and Athletic Director Josh Norton. Congratulations to Reese Neal, a rising senior at Vidalia Heritage Academy who received a $2000 scholarship from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for placing 3rd at the NASP Eastern National Archery Tournament in Louisville, KY in May.
A man sought in three states was detained during a traffic stop
A suspect wanted in three states was arrested during a traffic stop, Russellville Police announced on Sunday. Billy Joe Williams faced nearly a dozen charges in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, including robbery, assault, and exploitation of an elderly person. Russellville Police reported that Williams tried to hide on the passenger...
Rep. Allen's Nuclear Licensing Efficiency Act signed into law
This week, Congressman Rick W. Allen's (GA-12) Nuclear Licensing Efficiency Act was signed into law. Rep. Allen introduced the legislation last year, which was then included in a bipartisan nuclear energy package that was signed into law this week as a part of a larger legislative vehicle. Upon the announcement, Congressman Allen issued the following statement: "With Plant Vogtle's nuclear units 3 and 4 fully operational and providing a stable, baseload supply of electricity to Georgia homes and businesses, now is the time to build on this tremendous success and explore further expansion of America's nuclear energy capabilities. This bipartisan nuclear energy package, including my Nuclear Licensing Efficiency Act, will help streamline future nuclear projects in the U.S. so that we may fully embrace the reliability of clean, 24/7 nuclear energy for generations to come. I am thankful for Chair Rodgers’ leadership on this issue and am pleased that my colleagues and I on the Energy and Commerce Committee were able to get this legislation over the finish line. I look forward to seeing its positive impact on America's energy sector."
‘We care about them’: Augusta church hosts food, clothing giveaway
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - People were able to get food and clothes at a giveaway at the Ebenezer Seventh-day Adventist Church on Sunday. They were giving out items like cereal, pancake mixes, beans and more at the church on Olive Road. The back-to-school frenzy is here. Several locals came together...
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