Piggly Wiggly store opens on Gordon Highway in Augusta
A new Piggly Wiggly has opened in the old Harveys grocery store location at 1631 Gordon Highway in Augusta.
Costs expected to rise for new sewer hookups in Aiken County
The Aiken City Council is moving forward on how growth pays its way, as leaders gave initial approval for new wastewater impact fees.
A night of ‘soulful fun and vintage glamour’ comes to Augusta March 4
New York City-based Jazzy R&B duo Elasea Douglas and Sadiki Pierre, also known as Acute Inflections, will bring a night of music and comedy to Augusta March 4. Harlem Renaissance meets today’s vibe at the show scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Julian Smith Casino. Acute Inflections brings “sound...
Helping young people overcome obstacles and succeed in life
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) Yannik McKie joins us for this edition of The Means Report. He is an author, motivator. pastor, and most recently, a movie maker. We will talk about his new film, “What Pain Left Behind.” The hope is that this film will give people renewed hope. It’s all about finding purpose in life. […]
Memorial Gardens Park remains closed in Columbia County
Crews are working to resurface a walking path, and that's why a park remains closed in Columbia County.
Inability to find CFO has Augusta bringing pricey consultants for Finance Department
Augusta's Finance Department is still operating, but under new management.
SAFETY ALERT: Recalled fried rice could have been sold in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta-area residents could have purchased fried rice that was recently recalled because it may contain glass pieces. The brand − Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken with Japanese-Style Fried Rice − was sold at Costco, according to a recall letter received by a local customer. The region...
Citizen files lawsuits over Columbia County data centers
A citizen has filed two separate judicial review petitions challenging Columbia County Board of Commissioners’ approval of major data center rezoning projects.
WATCH: ‘Inadequate’ jail bars put officers at risk, Burke County sheriff warns
The Burke County sheriff’s office has released a social media video after a Burke County inmate was accused of throwing human waste on two correctional officers.
Cyber tip leads to man’s arrest in Aiken County
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - A man is facing sexual exploitation charges after a cyber tip lead officers to investigate, according to authorities. According to jail reports, Michael Krueger was arrested on Wednesday and charged with five counts of sexual exploitation of a minor in the third degree. Aiken public safety...

















