Augusta GA

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Local schools seeing more kids missing class from the flu, doctors say it’s “second...

The state health departments in Georgia and South Carolina are continuing to track the fluctuating number of flu cases.
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Man accused of fatally stabbing Helms College student appears in court, bond denied

The man accused of killing a Helms College student in the school's parking lot will remain behind bars after appearing in court on Friday, Feb. 13.
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Search ongoing for 12-year-old runaway in Augusta

Investigators with the Richmond County Sheriff's Office are searching for a 12-year-old who left his home Thursday.
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Aiken residents oppose plans to develop former middle school into housing complex

AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Residents packed an Aiken County Board of Appeals meeting Thursday night to voice concerns about plans to convert the former Leavelle McCampbell Middle School into an apartment complex. The historic school, which has been closed for a decade, sits under the shadow of the old Graniteville...
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Things to Do in Augusta This Weekend: February 13 – 15

From candlelit rock tributes and classic country to top-tier comedy and standout weeknight performances, Augusta's lineup delivers plenty of reasons to step out. Valentine's weekend anchors the schedule with big-name shows and stylish nights out, while the days that follow bring intimate concerts, cultural...
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Augusta’s Black History: Honoring former Masters caddies and workers

A landmark unveiled last April in Augusta honors the Black workers and caddies who helped shape golf’s most iconic course at Augusta National Golf Club.
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Piedmont launching new program to train more physicians in Augusta

The Piedmont health care system is including Augusta in a new Graduate Medical Education program to produce more Georgia physicians and to give medical and surgical residents expanded access to hospitals and clinics. Piedmont operates several residency programs with a local focus in Athens, Macon, Columbus, and...
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Get 2 free boxes of Girl Scout cookies with blood donation

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - You can get free Girl Scout cookies for donating blood next week. Shepeard Community Blood Center is teaming up with Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia to offer two free boxes of Girl Scout cookies for blood donors between Feb. 16 and Feb. 20. Officials say this...
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Man faces murder charge in death of Augusta State Medical Prison inmate

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A man is facing murder charges after an inmate was stabbed to death at the Augusta State Medical Prison, according to authorities. Columbia County deputies say John Jaquis Trimier is charged with murder in the death of inmate Jerry Merritt. According to the sheriff’s office, the...
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Augusta-based ‘Piano Doctor’ travels the world practicing lost art

AUGUSTA, Ga. - An Augusta-based piano tuner known around the world as the “The Piano Doctor” is making stops across the Southeast. Tim Arbisi is a traveling piano tuner who has worked with legendary musicians like Bob Dylan, LeAnn Rimes and even members of the Rolling Stones. While...

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