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Bedbugs send staff scurrying into action at Augusta school
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - An Augusta school is dealing with a bedbug situation. Parents of Monte Sano Elementary students were told of it in a letter dated Wednesday. “A kindergarten student was exposed to bedbugs outside our school,” the Richmond County School System told parents. No other grade levels...
It’s a Sonny Day At The Aiken County Animal Shelter
This beautiful Pointer mix is Sonny. He’s hoping someone falls in love with his story and photo and comes to the shelter to save him. He’s lanky and the shelter thinks he’s mixed with Great Dane. Sonny Is A Volunteer Favorite At The Aiken County Animal Shelter.
Boil water notice in place for some Beech Island Water District customers
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. (WJBF) – A boil water advisory is in effect for some customers of Beech Island Water District due to a water main break. The advisory, which was issued shortly after 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, stated that there is no confirmed contamination, but “the potential for contamination exists” due to loss […]
First-year teachers enjoy a sweet introduction to the Aiken County Public School District
Aug. 16—Induction teachers from the Aiken County Public School District enjoyed an ice cream social on Aug. 14 — the first in a string of monthly meetup sessions for teachers in the district who are stepping into the role for the first time. ACPSD Educator Effectiveness Coordinator Christen Sikes said the event was designed to let first-year teachers "come and feel appreciated and meet one ...
Election Season Heats Up: Supporters Make Their Case in the CSRA
As the election season swiftly approaches, the spotlight is firmly fixed on the battle for the White House. Election Season Heats Up: Supporters Make Their Case in the CSRA. As the election season swiftly approaches, the spotlight is firmly fixed on the battle for the White House.
1 dog, 2 cats exposed to rabid skunk in Saluda County
SALUDA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed that a skunk, bat and a racoon – all from different counties – have tested positive for rabies. An Augusta school is dealing with a bedbug situation. “We understand that this event disrupted your children’s...
A Small Concert In Augusta Has Become Big In 25 Years
The First Guitar Pull in Augusta was a little different than the ones many of you have seen. About 400 people attended, and it was at Sacred Heart Cultural Center in downtown Augusta. The tickets were homemade by the radio station’s marketing director. (Shout out to Angie!). The lineup...
Reynolds St. between 9th and 10th St. closed due to TechNet Convention
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Drivers need to be aware that a portion of Reynolds Street will be closed starting on Friday, August 16th. According to the city of Augusta website, Reynolds Street between 9th and 10th Street will be closed from Friday, August 16th until Friday, August 23rd due to the TechNet Convention that began […]
Evans Is One Of The Best Cities In Georgia
A new list of the best cities in Georgia has come out, and Evans has found itself on the top of the list. The Augusta Chronicle posted about a USA Today Homefront study that ranked 32 different cities throughout the state of Georgia. They used 16 different metrics to come up with this list, so let’s dig into the details a little more.
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