Augusta GA

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Construction of the new Augusta Arena is progressing on schedule, according to the project manager with Nations Group. Crews are currently working on the elevated deck and pouring concrete. Barnwell County announced Monday that some residents may have overpaid their property taxes due to...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - As the government shutdown reaches a record 35th day, the impacts are being felt locally in the CSRA, with food donations being needed more than ever. Many small businesses are stepping up to the challenge, starting small donation projects that are making a big difference for...

After the polls were closed and the votes tallied, Lonnie Wimberly won against Tanya Barnhill Turnley in the District 4 Commission Seat race – 2,210 to 1,369 votes.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Voters in both Richmond and Columbia counties on Tuesday approved local homestead exemptions. In Richmond County, the measure passed by 17,409 (76.8%) votes to 5,245 (23.2%). The floating exemption was put forth by Augusta leaders after they decided to opt out of the state’s floating...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A local lawn and landscaping business is hosting a Thanksgiving giveaway. Brie’s Lawn And Landscaping is inviting the public to its Thanks giving Giveaway on Saturday, November 22nd from 12 to 3 P.M. at 1301 Greene Street across from Sacred Heart in the parking area under the bridge. Organizers...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Now that daylight saving time is over, drivers may find themselves on the roadways at the same time as deer. Deer are naturally on the move more than usual at this time of year, so experts say local drivers should be careful anyway. But the time...

Augusta is looking for ways to help those being hurt by the government shut down.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A man has been arrested in connection to a shooting incident at a cafe in Augusta, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. DeMarcus Donnell Hill, 30, was arrested on Monday in connection to the case, according to deputies. Jail reports show he is charged...

Walmart wrapped up work at several locations in the Augusta area. The company pushed ahead with plans to remodel more than 650 stores across the country. Workers renovated buildings on Bobby Jones Expressway and Evans to Locks Road in Martinez, plus two other sites on Wrightsboro Road and South Belair Road.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Coroner’s Office has released the names of 2 of 3 people dead found in an “apparent double-murder suicide” in Augusta. First responders reported to the 600 block of Bennick Mill Road in Augusta Sunday to find three deceased people. Per Coroner Mark Bowen the victims are He...