Edgefield Co. man charged with Murder facing additional charges
EDGEFIELD COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged 38-year-old Quenell Marquis Anderson on Thursday, May 1st, with Possession of a Weapon During a Violent Crime. Anderson has been incarcerated since March 20th, 2024, after SLED charged him with the murder of Ricky Martin, Jr.,...
AU’s Avery Jaynes adds to already historic career
Richmond County Sheriff's Office and Coroner's Office are responding to a shooting death on Riverfront Drive. Burke County Sheriff’s Office hosting blood drive this week. There is blood drive hosted by Burke County this week , providing another opportunity for the community to support Deputy White. Have you seen...
Royal Aikenites Spring Fling headed to Aiken
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) — The Royal Aikenites Spring Fling is set for Friday, May 9. It’s from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Western Carolina State Fairgrounds in Aiken, S.C. This annual event promises an evening filled with live music, DJ sets, local food trucks, and premium lounges featuring cigars and hookah. You’re encouraged...
Bath gardens holds Tea Party for Extraordinary Women
BLYTHE, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Bath Gardens held their Tea Party for Extraordinary Women Sunday. Three years ago, Bath Gardens did not look how they look today. The property was purchased in 1952 and has connections to Fort Eisenhower. There is blood drive hosted by Burke County this week , providing...
Augusta Caddie Who Turned Pioneering Black Golfer Jim Dent Is Survived By His Second...
Jim Dent, a pioneering Black golfer from Augusta, Georgia, passed away on May 2, 2025, at 85, leaving behind his wife of 21 years and seven children. He was a pioneer who rose from caddying at Augusta National to becoming a celebrated professional golfer. Jim Dent’s wife, Willye Malveaux, and...
Daily forecast | From First Alert Meteorologist Emily Acton
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Cool nights with sunshine filled, warm days will be an ongoing theme through Tuesday, then another frontal system moves into the region and stalls for a few days putting rain back in the forecast Wednesday through Saturday. Skies will be on the cloudy side during that...
At least one dead after shooting during unpermitted gathering
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) -The Richmond County Coroner’s Office says they have responded to a death at the intersection of Riverfront Drive and Prep Phillips Drive in Augusta. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says it happened on 105 Riverfront Drive near the Augusta boathouse. Deputies say a large unpermitted...
Fort Eisenhower receives threatening message, issues shelter-in-place Sunday
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - On Sunday afternoon, Fort Eisenhower Exchange received a threatening message, prompting immediate security measures, including briefly closing access to the post and issuing a shelter in place for nearby activities, including the Candlewood Suites, according to officials. The Department of...
Fueled by Fundraising and Teamwork, Aggies Make 1,000 Mile Trek to USEA Championship Stage
Aiken, S.C.—May 3—For the Texas A&M Eventing Team, this year’s return to the USEA Intercollegiate Eventing Championships wasn’t just about competition—it was about perseverance and the power of community. After three years away from the national stage, the Aggies were dedicated to making a comeback, arriving in Aiken...
Szabo and Blue Ridge win the Southern Cross
Dawson Szabo was smiling when he was handed the award for winning the Southern Cross Junior Invitational at the historic Palmetto Golf Club in Aiken. It isn’t rare for the Blue Ridge High School golfer to win tournaments, but it is unusual to see him smiling even after a win.
