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Aiken County now eligible for funds coming from effort combatting national opioid crisis
AIKEN, SC. (WJBF)- Local leaders are focusing on the national opioid crisis, and now Aiken County may get money from a national legal effort. At Tuesday’s meeting, it was confirmed that Aiken County Council Chairman Gary Bunker now has the authority to opt in to the Carolina and Kroger National Opioid Litigation. “This is about […]
Get free diapers, baby supplies at these CSRA events
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - This week, parents have two chances to get free baby supplies at these events in the CSRA. “I want to be prepared. I want to be able to say, you know, I did this by myself, and I was able to provide for my child,” said Zikera Campbell, expecting mother.
Wet Nose Wednesday: Meet Penny
Pretty Penny greets everyone who comes to her kennel. She loves to meet people so she can flash her smile and beg them to rub the side of her neck. This 5-year-old, 53-pound charmer likes other dogs and excels in playgroup. But her mission is to show love and loyalty to the humans around her. Nothing pleases her more than pleasing YOU.
Pattern change to bring increased rain chances
Wednesday evening update: Strong to severe thunderstorms are pushing through the CSRA producing damaging winds, small hail, frequent lightning, and heavy rain. A peak wind gust of 68 mph was observed at Augusta Bush Field at 5:15 p.m. Storms knocked down trees in Lincoln county earlier this afternoon. Once we get past sunset, things should quiet down since we will be losing that daytime heating.
Glioblastoma Awareness Day event honors two area residents
Only about 350 Georgians will be diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, in 2024. Two of them were diagnosed this spring, and both have connections with Daniel Field and Augusta Aviation. On July 17, which is also Glioblastoma Awareness Day, Brad Kyzer and Rachel Mack were honored...
Augusta pet shelter presents its plan to cut kill rate
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - After pledging to cut the kill rate at the pet shelter – which consistently has the highest kill numbers in Georgia – Augusta Animal Services presented a plan Wednesday to change that trajectory. The presentation to Augusta Commission members showed that 60% of all...
Florida Staying In The Mix For ’25 Cameron and Cayden Boozer
As we speak, Nike’s Peach Jam is going on in Augusta, Georgia. For those of you who might not know, the Peach Jam is one of the biggest events on the high school recruiting calendar–a convergence of the best teams on the Nike grassroots circuit. This is a great opportunity for players to showcase their abilities against some of the best competition they will see all year, and a chance for coaches to be visual and put the full court press on the recruits they are hoping to land.
Daily forecast | From First Alert Chief Meteorologist Riley Hale
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Pop-up afternoon storms will be possible for your Wednesday, but Thursday into Friday a cold front will move into the region and stall bringing higher rain chances and cooler high temperatures!. This afternoon will be hot and humid again with highs in the mid-90s and feel...
National Parks Service Announces $10.67 Million Grant to Restore Cultural Legacy at 11 HBCUs
The National Parks Service (NPS) has unveiled a significant initiative aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the United States. This announcement comes as a welcome boost for 11 diverse institutions set to receive a total of $10.67 million in grants. Restoring Historic...
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