Delta Sigma Theta honors students at 14th annual STARS program
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Augusta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. held its 14th annual STARS program Sunday at A.R. Johnson Magnet School. The event recognized youth initiatives and awarded 10 scholarships through the Dr. Louise A. Rice Scholarship. About 50 youth from the community participate in...
Aiken County SWAT responds to armed individual in residence
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) – The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office and SWAT team responded to a home, Sunday night. Law enforcement responded to the 1000 block of Scarborough Pass in Aiken for an armed and barricaded person in a residence. We’re told it was not a hostage situation. Around 10:30 p.m., the suspect was taken into […]
Man in custody after pointing rifle at Aiken County deputy
A man is in custody after pointing a rifle at an Aiken County deputy and barricading himself inside a home Sunday evening.
Morning Fog + Mix of Sun & Clouds Sunday
Sunday Morning Update: In the overnight hours light showers continued to moved across the CSRA and, though not significant, the majority of the CSRA did pick up trace amounts and in Columbia and Richmond Counties small puddles can be spotted with totals around 0.10″! We will take it!. With...
Aiken County SWAT called to disturbance on Scarborough Pass
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Aiken County deputies are on scene of a disturbance involving a possibly armed and barricaded suspect. Deputies responded to the 1000 block of Scarborough Pass around 8 p.m. Sunday, according to the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office SWAT team was called to the...
Gospel showcase in Augusta sets early Mother’s Day celebration with music, ministry and community
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — A local gospel showcase is setting the tone early for Mother’s Day in the CSRA, bringing music, ministry and community together in Augusta. The free event is happening Saturday, May 9, at the old Murphey Middle School Gym at 2610 Milledgeville Road. “We’re asking people to come out and enjoy this […]
Man accused of offering girls $300 to go to the bathroom with him at...
AIKEN, S.C. (WKRC) — A South Carolina man was arrested after deputies say he tried to lure at least two children into a Target bathroom. The Aiken County Sheriff's office says, on Tuesday, 65-year-old William Michael Scott approached a young girl who was in the toy section with her mother, but a short distance away, reports WRDW/WAGT. The girl ran back to...
Columbia County students take the stage for Arts at the Plaza
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The arts took center stage in Columbia County on Saturday as students showcased their talents during Arts at the Plaza, a celebration of creativity and expression. Hosted by the Columbia County School District, the annual event was held at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center in...
Vehicles destroyed in Warrenville brush fire
Crews responded to the scene of a large brush fire, Saturday afternoon, in Warrenville.
Prescription drug take back events set across the CSRA
(WJBF) — Kroger Health is hosting National Prescription Drug Take Back Day events today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at three local locations. That includes Knox Avenue in North Augusta, Lewiston Road in Grovetown, and Harper Franklin Avenue in Augusta. The goal is to give people a safe way to dispose of unused or […]
