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Three-year-old found safe after intensive search in Chapin
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — A three-year-old is safe after going missing on Monday night, according to the Chapin Police Department. Authorities say officers responded around 9 p.m. after receiving a call about the three-year-old in the Firebridge subdivision. The child was last seen playing in the backyard of...
Tropical system aims toward Georgia as state awaits first cyclone of the hurricane season
LISTEN: Georgia has not yet endured a tropical cyclone this year, but federal forecasts suggest that could soon change. GPB's Benjamin Payne reports. The first tropical disturbance of 2024 to include Georgia in its possible trajectory has materialized in the Atlantic Ocean, which federal forecasters said Tuesday has a 60% chance of forming into a tropical depression, tropical storm or hurricane within seven days.
Massive Development Underway At Exit 1 In North Augusta
One of North Augusta’s most significant real estate developments is underway at Exit 1 and Martintown Road. The Hive is called the Gateway to North Augusta—where you can shop, live, and work. Driving down Martintown Road reveals project progress, with dirt already being moved. When completed, it will...
Georgia Milestones: Best and worst Augusta-area schools in reading, science, social studies
Georgia Department of Education published its Milestones scores for the 2023-2024 school year last week. The assessment system looks at multiple subject areas and whether or not students are performing at the level they need to be. According to a news release from GDOE, overall scores increased or held steady on 10 of 13 assessments in English-language arts, science, and social studies. Georgia Superintendent Richard Woods praised this accomplishment. ...
Storage Caves, a Luxury Condo Garage Storage Developer, to Build 119 Luxury Garages in Fort Mill South Carolina
FORT MILL, SC / ACCESSWIRE / July 29, 2024 / Storage Caves, a premier developer of Condo Storage facilities, is excited to announce the acquisition of 5.5 acres of land in Fort Mill, SC. Storage Caves plans to build a state-of-the-art luxury garage storage facility located at 3358 Terry's Road in Fort Mill, South Carolina. The 5.5-acre development will serve consumers seeking to store RVs, Boats, Cars, Business Inventory, Traditional Storage, and 'Man Caves', stated CEO Jimmy Stepanian.
South Carolina Weather Alert: Hail and Flash Flooding Chance Through Friday
Charleston, SC – South Carolina residents should brace for severe weather conditions starting today and continuing through Saturday. The US National Weather Service in Charleston has issued warnings for showers and thunderstorms, with stronger storms predicted to produce damaging winds and possibly large hail through Friday. Localized flash flooding is also possible, creating hazardous conditions for residents across the state.
High heat with a couple rounds of storms through Wednesday
Heat Advisory for our western counties from 11 AM to 8 PM. Heat index values will range from 100-105 area wide. Expect lots of sun and hardly any rain today. By this evening, a complex of storms could bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and small hail in the strongest of storms.
American Red Cross helps Trenton family after house fire
TRENTON, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family, whose home on Courtney Road was damaged by a fire this afternoon. The Red Cross is helping five people by providing financial assistance for immediate needs such as food, clothing and shelter, along with referrals to other resources.
National Hurricane Center increases chances of tropical cyclone. Georgia should watch closely
In a rush? Here's everything you need to know — in less than a minute — about what's happening in the tropics. The National Hurricane Center has increased the chances for a tropical wave to strengthen as it moves toward Florida and the U.S., according to the latest advisory. The system now...
USC’s Sanders on Maxwell Award preseason list
COLUMBIA, S.C. (July 29, 2024) – University of South Carolina running back Raheim “Rocket” Sanders has been named to the 88th Maxwell Award Watch List, presented annually to the outstanding player in college football, the Maxwell Football Club announced today. Sanders, a 6-0, 230-pound senior from Rockledge, Fla., is in his first season with the Gamecocks […]
Downpours and strong gusts possible this evening
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) — A cluster of storms is forecast to move from northwest to southeast across South Carolina this evening. While not everyone will get rain, those that do could experience torrential downpours and gusty winds. The Storm Prediction Center has the western and central Midlands in a...
Car crashes into pole, leaves over 800 without power in Martinez
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - More than 800 customers were without power after a car crashed into a pole early Tuesday morning, according to Georgia Power. Columbia County Emergency Management officials tell us that fire rescue responded to an accident with injuries on South Belair Road and Oakley Pirkle around 1:30 a.m.
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