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Thomson celebrates Independence Day with “Freedom Blast” firework show
THOMSON, GA. (WJBF) – A day after the Fourth of July, many came out to enjoy more fireworks. We spoke with a vendor who had some special treats for the holiday. “We got a red velvet pudding and a red velvet cake. All that’s Fourth of July themed. It feels amazing to come out here, be with them, and I share my gift with them,” said Taliyah Wilson, a vendor.
State AgrAbility program offers farm family a new path forward
DEARING -- When a half-ton bale of hay fell off a wagon in 2019, striking the back of Donald Adams’ head, the future of his family farm fell into immediate uncertainty. More than 200 head of cattle are worked on the land at Coastal Acres, a Dearing operation that involves intense manual labor.
As July 4th fun continues, keep fireworks safety in mind
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Our local fire crews are on high alert amid the current drought and summer heat. And with fireworks sure to go off throughout this weekend, there’s an even greater risk. There were more than a dozen brush fires on Thursday that crews had to address.
Evans sees growth with events like Boom in the Park; more to come
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The building boom in Columbia County continues, with developers putting in the work to transform the area. At the center of that is the push to create a downtown Evans, and one crowning jewel is Evans Towne Center Park. That’ll be the site of Evans Boom...
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