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Augusta never trails as pitching silences big crowd July 3
COLUMBIA – Augusta’s offense scored in the first inning for the second day in a row, and although they would add on later in the game, one run would’ve been enough as Didier Fuentes and Juan Sanchez combine to shut out the Fireflies in a 4-0 win Wednesday.
Burke County candidate drops out of sheriff race
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Lewis Blanchard, a Burke County sheriff candidate, announced on Wednesday that he is ending his campaign. In a statement, Blanchard says the primary election outcome shows strong support for the current sheriff’s office and Sheriff Alfonzo Williams. “I sincerely thank everyone who supported me throughout...
Road construction caused Verizon outage impacting Augusta-area phones. Here's what we know.
Did your phone lose service for a while on Tuesday? You weren't the only one. Verizon customers across the Augusta area reported outages. According to Downdetector, at its peak between 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., there were more than 5,000 reports and they largely came from Augusta, North Augusta, Hephzibah, and Evans. Customers reported their service was restored later that afternoon.
Georgia firefighters found dead in Tennessee were high school sweethearts | Police chief gives new details
HINESVILLE, Ga. — A Georgia police chief is dealing with tragedy after two members of the Hinesville Fire Department were found dead inside a car across state lines in Tennessee on Sunday. Hinesville Police Chief Tracey Howard said he knew Chandler Kuhbander and Raegan Anderson, who were also revealed...
Crowds flock to downtown Savannah on July 4th
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Despite the heat, many chose to spend their Fourth of July in downtown Savannah. Businesses open on Thursday hoped for lots of green as people celebrated the red, white and blue. Nick Pappas, owner of Olympia Cafe on River Street, says that while the restaurant is open seven days a week, […]
Midtown Savannah neighborhood starts new Fourth of July tradition
SAVANNAH, Ga. — There are many longstanding traditions that take place on the Fourth of July holiday. But, one Savannah neighborhood is starting a brand new tradition. “We wanted something really family friendly where people in the community could get out and enjoy Fourth of July together," Jane Kemp, co-founder of Midtown Savannah Parents Group, said.
Costco being sued for toxic chemicals in its baby wipes
POOLER, Ga. (WSAV) – Many people shop at Costco for deals on items like electronics, furniture, appliances, food, drinks and baby wipes. However, the company’s Kirkland baby wipes has landed it in a class action lawsuit. Larisa Bullard and Mila Corrigan filed a class action lawsuit against Costco Wholesale Corp. and Nice-Pak Products Inc., the […]
Piedmont Region Faces Dangerous Heat Wave, Heat Advisory in Effect for Charlotte and Surrounding Areas
A sweltering heatwave is set to firmly grip the Piedmont region of Northeast Georgia, North Carolina and upstate South Carolina, with astronomical heat index values that could soar up to 108, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Residents in Charlotte and surrounding areas are under a heat advisory effective from 11 AM until 8 PM EDT today, as the mercury is expected to climb near the century mark, combining with high humidity to produce potentially dangerous conditions. The NWS cautions that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Jeff Smith car dealerships in Perry sold. New million-dollar KIA facility planned
New owners expected to invest millions to relocate and build a new dealership while remodeling the Dodge location. The initial transition of ownership had hiccups: computers were down and just over a dozen customers were turned away.
'Forefront of military excellence': Meet Fort Eisenhower's new garrison commander
In selecting Col. Anthony Kazor as the new commander of the U.S. Army Garrison Eisenhower, the Army chose a leader it felt has the right chemistry. Kazor, who ascended the ranks in the Army's Chemical Corps, officially took command Wednesday from departing Col. Reginald Evans, the most recent in a line of garrison commanders at Fort Eisenhower, formerly Fort Gordon, with roots in the Signal Corps.
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...
Presidential election spending in Georgia projected to hit $244M
(The Center Square) – Political advertising in Georgia for the 2024 presidential election is predicted to reach $244 million, third-highest in the nation. The Political Projections Report, released Monday by advertising tracking company AdImpact, forecasts $373 million in total election cycle spending. The would rank 10th highest. Georgia is one of seven consensus battleground states. The others are North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Nevada and Arizona. ...
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