Steve Shepard, former Augusta commissioner and magistrate judge, dies at 75
He graduated from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1976 and moved to Augusta that same year, beginning a legal career that spanned nearly five decades.
New Georgia Interstate Proposed: Here’s Where It Would Go
A proposed new interstate across the heart of Georgia is back in the spotlight. If built, Interstate 14 would run from Columbus through Macon and Warner Robins to Augusta, forming the eastern end of a roughly 1,300-mile “Forts to Ports” corridor stretching from West Texas to the Savannah River.
Columbia County names five Teacher of the Year finalists
EVANS, Ga (WJBF)- Five teachers in Columbia County are being recognized teacher of the year finalists for their work in the classroom. From elementary to high school, these educators are making an impact on students across Columbia County, while also representing the school district. The teacher finalists are: Brittany
Scene cleared Highland Springs Middle School, North Augusta Public Safety says
UPDATE: As of 4:48 p.m., everything has been deemed safe and Public Safety has cleared the scene. NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) – North Augusta Public Safety confirmed officers are on the scene responding to haze in the building of Highland Springs Middle School Thursday. A fire has not been located and there is no immedi
Augusta Launches First Major Zoning Overhaul Since 1963; Public Input Sought
Augusta Planning & Development rolled out a 10-question survey to gather thoughts on the city's first big zoning shift in 61 years. Residents, business owners, and those who own property can now tell officials what they want for land use and how Augusta should grow. Officials aim to bring zoning...
Augusta Transit Workers Secure 3-Year Contract, Avoid Strike, Gain Better Pay, Benefits
Transit workers in Augusta won a three-year contract with MV Transportation on Monday. They dodged a strike that union members had approved back in July. The agreement brings higher wages to drivers and staff. Starting pay now sits at $20 an hour. Transport Workers Union of America Local 527 hammered...
Georgia Receives $13.6M Federal Grant for Augusta Veterans Cemetery
The Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration granted up to $13,610,908 to the State of Georgia on September 16. The money will pay for construction of the Georgia Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Augusta, which will be the state's largest burial ground for veterans. U.S. Rep. Rick Allen announced th
4 ways to stretch your gas budget as prices spike across CSRA
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Gas prices are taking a bigger bite out of household budgets than they were a year ago. According to AAA, the national average retail price for regular gasoline is $4.44 per gallon Thursday, up from $3.20 a year ago. After the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest...
Gas prices rise sharply in Georgia and Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF)- Gas prices continue to climb. In Georgia the average price for a gallon of regular is 4 dollars and 8 cents. And that’s better than a lot of places. It’s still 30 cents below the current national average. In Georgia gas prices are going up, 13 cents higher than this time last […]
‘Accidental’ shooting draws police to Sam’s Club in Aiken
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - An apparent accidental shooting caused a police presence at Sam’s Club in Aiken, according to authorities. Aiken County deputies responded to the parking lot of 220 Jefferson Davis Highway just before 11:20 a.m. for a shooting. Officials say it appears to be accidental, but deputies...
