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City of Aiken now designated cultural district
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) — Aiken now boasts an achievement shared by only a handful of cities across South Carolina. The city is designated as a cultural district. “It is truly a win win scenario for everyone,” S.C. Arts Commission Executive Director David Platts said. The S.C. Arts Commission recently designated Aiken as a cultural district. […]
Former state senator Charles Walker encourages voters to approve change to city's charter
The consolidation of Augusta that happened in 1996 marked a pivotal moment in our city’s history, one borne out of necessity and vision for a sustainable future. At that time, the city faced potential financial ruin, and consolidation was seen as a crucial step to avoid bankruptcy and stabilize our local government.
Incumbent District Attorney Jared Williams shares plans if re-elected
AUGUSTA, G.A. (WJBF)- Georgia’s Statewide General Primary is next Tuesday. One of the big local races we’ve been following is for District Attorney of the Augusta Judicial Circuit. Incumbent Jared Williams is facing a challenge from Columbia Judicial Circuit Assistant District Attorney Amber Brantley “Community safety is all of our responsibility, let’s work together, let’s […]
Voters make their voices heard in race for Richmond County Sheriff
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The race for Richmond County Sheriff is one of the biggest contests in the area. Bo Johnson and Eugene “Gino Rock” Brantley are challenging incumbent Sheriff Richard Roundtree in the Democratic Primary. There is no Republican running at this point. Sheriff Roundtree has been in office for the last 12 years, and […]
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