Proposed Augusta data center surprises nearby residents
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – For many Haynes Station residents, is was hard to compute. “It did come out of nowhere. I was getting ready to prepare for New Years and I saw a post on our internal Facebook group for our community and I immediately start researching,” said Dr Zakiya Mabrey, a Haynes Street Resident. […]
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Geoff Duncan comes to Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Georgia’s former Lt. Gov. and current gubernatorial candidate, Geoff Duncan, came to Augusta on Tuesday. He toured the Carpenters Local Union 283 training facility. He spoke with staff about his plans to lower costs for workers across the state. Duncan also spoke about artificial...
Aiken business owners, Salvation Army see rise in homelessness in recent years
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Salvation Army and local businesses in Aiken say they have seen an increase in the homeless population in downtown Aiken, with some incidents scaring shoppers, but they don’t want this to scare away business and are hoping for a change and for people to get the help they need.
Augusta interim finance director resigns after brief tenure
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta’s interim finance director, Tim Schroer, has resigned. Schroer was voted in as interim finance director back in September 2024. In a letter sent to City Administrator Tameka Allen on Friday, Schroer asks that his leave be effective April 17, 2026. It says he will...
Freezing temps, sleet, snow possibly headed to Augusta. What you need to know.
Augusta officials held an emergency weather briefing on Tuesday in preparation for a potential polar vortex causing a winter storm possibly headed to Augusta this week. Augusta Emergency Management Agency Director Kymber Keaton led the briefing, saying city departments were going through checklists to prepare for any...
Crews called to mobile home fire on Sudlow Lake Road
GRANITEVILLE, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Crews responded late Tuesday morning to a report of a structure fire. Smoke was reportedly coming from a single-wide mobile home around 15 Sudlow Lake Road, according to authorities. The report came in around 11:45 a.m. Crews had responded to a repiort of trauma and found...
Lego lovers gather at CSRA Brick Con to showcase their creations.
CSRA Brick Con in Augusta, Georgia, drew Lego fans of all ages to showcase intricate builds and spark creativity. Hosted by Michael Dominy, the event featured displays from builders like retired engineer Mark Lorah, who recreates local landmarks such as Augusta National, Sacred Heart, and the Imperial Theater....
Masters Tournament to hold job expo this weekend
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Masters Tournament will host a local job information session open to the public. Attendees can meet with Masters representatives and learn more about available opportunities within hospitality and concessions. The expo will take place Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Legends Club...
Augusta Eats: Aroma’s Italian Grill owner says consistency key to success
Oscar Moreno had a successful career as a business development manager with a large food sales group. But he wanted more time with his family. So, he and his wife, Lei, decided to open a restaurant, and 18 months ago, they opened Aroma's Italian Grill, which might seem like an even more time-consuming occupation....
Dead woman dropped off at Augusta hospital identified; man wanted for questioning
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate a man for questioning. Michael Lee Harrelson is wanted for questioning in reference to a death investigation. Authorities say Harrelson dropped a deceased female off at Doctor’s Hospital and then fled the scene. The...
