Things To Do in Augusta This Weekend: September 12-September 14
Augusta's weekend schedule is filled with entertainment, family activities, and community events. From the lively nostalgia of "The Ultimate Elvis Concert" to the interactive fun of Meet A Machine 2025 and the bold humor of Zach Rushing's "Not So Rich & Famous" comedy tour, there's something for everyone. With local...
SPCA Albrecht Center hosts Yappy Hour to find ‘furever’ home
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The SPCA Albrecht Center in Aiken held its “Yappy Hour” on Wednesday night. Yappy Hour gave people a chance to give animals a ‘furever’ home. There was live music, a raffle and most importantly — free adoptions. We heard from the fundraising manager about the push to increase adoptions.
Women’s DIY Group Seeks New Members Who Need Help With Home Repairs
In July, a women's DIY group formed in July in Aiken and Edgefield counties. Now that the group is taking off, they are seeking more members. The idea originated when women connected on a neighborhood app to share interests in DIY projects and support to tackle home repairs together. The group's goal is to build...
Augusta University students craft ‘Hands of Hope’ for suicide prevention
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and on Thursday, students at Augusta University crafted ‘Hands of Hope’ for those who wrestle with thoughts of self-harm. We spoke to the Director of Student Wellbeing at Augusta University about the importance of events like this. Thursday...
‘It hasn’t been easy’: Retired NYPD officer recounts 9/11
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - For many, that day is just as clear in their minds, 24 years later. That’s the case for one local man who now works for the Richmond County Marshal’s Office, but 24 years ago, he was right there in New York. Sights that will...
Boil advisory issued for most Jackson residents
JACKSON, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - All customers inside the town limits of Jackson excluding Highland Circle, Hendrix Street and Ruby Street are under a boil water advisory. Customers should bring the water to a vigorous boil for at least one minute before consuming it. The advisory is due to a water...
Augusta Audits City’s Parks to Reconsider Community Needs
Augusta has launched an extensive audit of its more than 70 parks to determine how frequently residents use these spaces. The results could influence future maintenance and resource allocations for the parks. After two months of data gathering, including using footage obtained from the cameras, city officials will...
Man Accused of Killing Ex-Wife and Her Mother During Custody Exchange Outside Best Buy...
Augusta, GA – Augusta law enforcement arrested a man this week after a deadly shooting during an apparent custody exchange outside a Best Buy parking lot left a mother and her elderly mother dead. The incident, which unfolded on a Sunday evening, has shaken the community and renewed concerns about domestic violence...
Survivor of 9/11 attack on the Pentagon speaks at Fort Gordon ceremony
Fort Gordon, Ga. (WJBF)- Across the United States this morning, people are holding ceremonies to remember those who died during the terror attacks on September 11, 2001. Nearly 3,000 people died in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington DC, and a field in Pennsylvania when three planes hit the buildings and the...
Charges dismissed for 16-year-old in deadly shooting case
Charges have been dropped against one of two teenagers accused in the deadly Deans Bridge Road shooting back in August.