Lego lovers gather at CSRA Brick Con to showcase their creations.
CSRA Brick Con in Augusta, Georgia, drew Lego fans of all ages to showcase intricate builds and spark creativity. Hosted by Michael Dominy, the event featured displays from builders like retired engineer Mark Lorah, who recreates local landmarks such as Augusta National, Sacred Heart, and the Imperial Theater....
Masters Tournament to hold job expo this weekend
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Masters Tournament will host a local job information session open to the public. Attendees can meet with Masters representatives and learn more about available opportunities within hospitality and concessions. The expo will take place Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Legends Club...
Augusta Eats: Aroma’s Italian Grill owner says consistency key to success
Oscar Moreno had a successful career as a business development manager with a large food sales group. But he wanted more time with his family. So, he and his wife, Lei, decided to open a restaurant, and 18 months ago, they opened Aroma's Italian Grill, which might seem like an even more time-consuming occupation....
Dead woman dropped off at Augusta hospital identified; man wanted for questioning
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate a man for questioning. Michael Lee Harrelson is wanted for questioning in reference to a death investigation. Authorities say Harrelson dropped a deceased female off at Doctor’s Hospital and then fled the scene. The...
School staff failed 11-year-old during seizure that led to his death, parents claim
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/Gray News) - The parents of an 11-year-old boy are suing a Georgia school district, claiming staff failed to follow his individualized education program and his emergency medical plan before and during a seizure that led to his death. Aa’Dyen Hooks fought for his life well before he...
Evans native to compete in KTM Jr. Supercross Challenge
AUGUSTA, GA (WJBF)- If you drive out to Masters Motoplex in Lexington, South Carolina that’s where you’ll find a local supercross standout practicing nearly every day. At the end of this month, she’ll show off her talents at the KTM Jr. Supercross Challenge at Monster Energy Supercross in Houston, Texas. Meet Blakely...
SCOR opens Helene recovery offices in the Upstate
The South Carolina Office of Resilience has opened three regional offices to serve households that are still affected by damage Hurricane Helene wrought nearly a year-and-a-half ago. SCOR’s Hurricane Helene Housing Recovery Program -- part of a $150 million HUD-funded initiative to rebuild the Upstate -- now has...
Aiken choir to perform at Carnegie Hall Jan. 19
While touring with Disney’s “The Lion King”, Russell Joel Brown performed on renowned stages around the globe including a stint on Broadway, but on Monday, he’ll realize a lifelong dream. “For 61 years, I’ve been waiting to go to Carnegie Hall, and it’s finally happening,” said...
Neighbors will take data center concerns to Augusta Commission
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta neighbors have organized to express concerns about a data center that’s going up next door. The group will address the Augusta Commission on Tuesday about the data center that’s planned next to the Haynes Station subdivision. The east edge of the site is...
Tractor trailer accident causing headaches on I-20
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - An accident on Interstate 20 is causing headaches Monday afternoon. A News 12 crew says a tractor trailer carrying one part of a mobile home rolled over into the median on I-20. According to the South Carolina 511 website, traffic is slowed from Exit 1...
