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PRESS RELEASE: Downtown Macon Restaurants Compete in French Fry Fight, Presentd by Sysco
Macon, GA –Downtown Macon restaurants are competing for the title of best fries during the Downtown Macon French Fry Fight, presented by Sysco, on Wednesday, July 10 in honor of National Fry Day. Twenty restaurants have developed creative culinary takes on the classic side. NewTown’s Main Street Macon board...
Lower Atlantic region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.29 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.26 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Lower Atlantic region has fallen about...
Grovetown P.D. searching for runaway 16-year-old
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WJBF) – The Grovetown Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a runaway. 16-year-old Emma Caldwell was last seen at her home on Lory Lane at approximately 11:45 p.m. on July 4th. She was wearing a gray shirt, black shorts and gray crocs. Emma is possibly traveling in a black […]
New treatment and tracking for Parvo may help save more dogs
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - Canine Parvovirus, which we all know as Parvo, is one of the deadlines and contagious viruses for dogs. But for the first time ever, there is a way to track and treat the nearly 500+ cases in Georgia. “Its just been unbelievable for our staff just...
I-20 reopens following rollover crash near Grovetown exit
UPDATE, 6:34 P.M. – According to the Columbia County Coroner’s Office, the victim in the accident has died. ***I-20 is now reopen.*** COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – First responders in Columbia County are on the scene of a crash. According to dispatch, at least one victim was involved in a rollover crash around 10:15 Friday […]
Augusta Mall promises evaluation of security protocols in wake of 2nd shooting this year
An Augusta Mall executive says the company and local law enforcement are evaluating safety procedures in the wake of two shootings at the retail center since April. Richmond County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the second shooting inside Snipes, a shoe store in the mall, just after 3:30 p.m. Thursday, according to previous reporting and mall spokesperson Ali Phillips.
Augusta Volleyball Releases 2024 Schedule
AUGUSTA, Ga. – Augusta University volleyball and head coach Sharon Quarles have announced the full 2024 slate. Coming off a stellar year as the reigning Peach Belt Conference (PBC) Regular Season and Tournament Champions, the Jaguars are set for another deep run into the NCAA Tournament. Season Opener: The...
Friday’s forecast calls for dangerous heat, isolated storms
Friday morning update: We are wrapping up the week with more heat as temperatures climb to the upper 90s. Heat advisories are in effect for a majority of the CSRA from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Heat indices (how it feels when you combine the actual temperature and humidity) up to 110 degrees are possible. With that being said, you want to take precautions to stay safe. Stay hydrated, wear bright-colored clothing, and take breaks indoors. We can’t rule out a stray shower or storm, but most of the area will remain dry.
Families spend their July 4th holiday at Lake Tobesofkee
MACON, Ga. — The Fourth of July brings fireworks, and lots of them. This year folks across Central Georgia gathered at Lake Tobesofkee for the Sparks in Our Parks event. Many people spent the day on the water before enjoying the big light show. "Everyone should have been at...
Valdosta summer youth program to give a look at various City departments
VALDOSTA – The City of Valdosta hosted Hype Up Your Summer Youth Program to give a behind-the-scenes look at different City departments. The City of Valdosta hosted Goodwill’s Hype Up Your Summer Youth Program, providing participants with an in-depth look at the inner workings of various City departments on Thursday, June 27. The program’s agenda included educational presentations, site visits and direct interactions with City leadership, offering valuable insights into the functioning of local government and potential career paths for the youth.
In pictures: Owen McNear at the Paralympic Trials
MINNEAPOLIS – From Thursday, June 27 to Saturday, June 29, Augusta native Owen McNear represented the Garden City on the national scale as he competed for a spot on the 2024 U.S. Paralympic swimming team in Minneapolis. The three-day trials took place in the Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center,...
Woman heard fireworks going off for hours. Moments later, her home was burning.
The Augusta Fire Department said firefighters were sent to an apartment complex on Steven’s Creek Road after a caller reported hearing fireworks going off for more than two hours before seeing the building was on fire on the night of July 3.
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