Aiken’s Powderhouse Road project kicks into higher gear
Drivers in Aiken will notice increased construction activity at the intersection of Whiskey Road, Oak Grove East and East Gate Drive.
Southern Strings Festival Sets October Dates for Two-Night Concert Event
The Southern Strings Festival will return to Bruce's Field on Oct. 2 and 3. Two nights of music await. This event has grown into one of the region's most anticipated fall gatherings since its inception. The 2026 edition will showcase live performances, local food vendors, beverage partners, and an outdoor...
Bike Bike Baby: Cultivating the Culture in the streets of Downtown Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Alvin Watson plans to cultivate the culture of Augusta while enjoying a good bike ride in the streets of downtown Augusta. Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Watson and his wife curated “Bike Bike Baby,” which is an activity where participants get on bicycles and ride around Downtown...
Augusta director calls out commission after creation of vegetation maintenance department
When it comes to cutting grass and maintaining the city, Augusta commissioners say the change is needed.
Columbia County getting closer to completing multi-year widening project for Furys Ferry Road
A 4-year-long road project in Columbia County getting closer to completion.
Data center debate elsewhere mirrors tensions unfolding in CSRA
All 50 U.S. states are home to data centers, and the U.S. has more of them than any other country. More are planned for the CSRA, including at least two in Columbia County, one in Richmond County that is facing neighbors’ opposition, and one proposed in McDuffie County. Those are in addition to a Meta data center in...
New Ellenton enters service agreement with Aiken County
AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – New Ellenton is moving forward with an agreement that would bring Aiken County into a limited role on code enforcement. City leaders say it’s not a full takeover, but a targeted move tied to floodplain management and building permits. This started with the need to update New Ellenton’s...
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No injuries reported in shooting off Milledgeville Road in Harlem
HARLEM, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - No one was injured during a shooting incident in Harlem on Tuesday morning, according to law enforcement. The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office says deputies assisted the Harlem Police Department in investigating a shooting in the Pizza Hut parking lot on Milledgeville Road. Bond was denied...
Augusta’s Riverwalk partially closed for to replace damaged playground
A portion of the Edward McIntyre Riverwalk in downtown Augusta is closed for the next few weeks to replace a damaged playground. The Augusta Recreation and Parks Department announced the temporary closure of the lower level of the Riverwalk between 8th Street and the Augusta Marina that started Monday. The closure...
