Augusta GA

Take the necessary steps ahead of time to prepare for the storm by having supplies on hand, experts say. Here are some additional ways to prepare for a winter storm from various sources, including the Georgia Emergency Management Agency : Keep a first aid kit on hand. Use a battery-powered radio. Fill your car tank...

Expected winter weather this weekend could bring power failures, but utility companies are preparing for the worst because even small amounts of ice can cause serious damage.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – On Thursday, January 22nd, at 10:40 am, Richmond County CID and members of the SWAT Team executed a search warrant at on the 100 block of East Taylor Street. The warrant was obtained based on a tip received regarding weapons and illegal drug possession. During the search, investigators recovered...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta officials released a list of roads and bridges expected to be a part of the treatment plan ahead of the potential weather in our area. Bridge over John C. Calhoun Expressway – Milledge Road. Bridge over Wrightsboro Road – 15th Street. Bridge over...

The Development Authority is describing it as a multi-million dollar investment with construction scheduled to begin in a couple of months.

Westminster middle school students spent the day in their community lending a helping hand. Groups volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House, Savannah River Keeper planting trees, Augusta Training Shop and Hope Women’s Center. Other groups spent the day visiting fire stations to bring goodies, assisting in food...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta Technical College announced it received a $15,000 grant to expand its Empowering Futures Through Job Training program. The program is a workforce initiative serving individuals experiencing homelessness or significant economic hardship across the CSRA. The grant comes from the...

With a projected opening of summer 2026, the new, expanded North Augusta Family YMCA at 406 E. Martintown Rd. is taking shape as the walls are going up and signage is being set in place. The new facility will feature two indoor pickleball courts, a sauna, EGYM Smart Circuit, new,...

EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Columbia County School District held its annual spelling bee on Thursday at Greenbrier Middle School. Winners from each elementary and middle school competed for the opportunity to represent the district at the region spelling bee and beyond. The winner of this school year’s spelling be...

Lanes will close in downtown Augusta and the North Leg section this week. Construction crews plan paving work on Broad Street and railroad crossing repairs on Sibley Road. Workers will pave inside lanes of the 900 block of Broad Street through Jan. 24, restoring diagonal parking that disappeared years ago. The inside...