Aiken County Schools Secure Nearly $18K in Grant Funding for STEM Projects
Aiken County Public School District nabbed $17,750 through Innovative Teaching Mini Grant Awards from Savannah River Nuclear Solutions for 2026. Twenty-seven teachers will use the money to launch supplemental projects at their schools. Savannah River Nuclear Solutions distributed $75,000 to almost 110 educators from th
Augusta-based E-Z-GO could be sold, Textron announces
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The parent company of E-Z-GO has announced it plans to split its products as Textron looks to become a “pure-play” aerospace and defense company. Textron’s specialized vehicles production headquarters is in South Augusta. On its LinkedIn page, it boasts a workforce of more...
Here’s an update on recent E. coli levels in Savannah River water samples
New testing is shedding light on E. coli levels in the Savannah River. While some residents are concerned about water safety officials say the problem isn't as widespread as some may think.
Parents arrested after baby hospitalized for broken bones, brain bleed
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The parents of a baby girl are in jail after the baby was transported to the hospital with broken bones and a brain bleed, according to authorities. Richmond County deputies arrested Mary Green, 19, and Jasiah Bethea, 20, on Monday, according to jail reports. According to...
Planned Carolina Lakes development in North Augusta on hold due to safety concerns
A proposed 500-home subdivision off Gregory Lake Road is on hold after North Augusta Planning Commission members raised safety concerns.
VA home foreclosures surge as veterans are urged to call servicers early
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A surge in VA home foreclosures is putting renewed attention on what veterans can do before missed payments lead to foreclosure. Augusta is built around military service, with Fort Gordon and more veterans than any community in Georgia. When the VA home loan system shifts, families in the are
Richmond County school board member Walter H. Eubanks dies
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Board of Education is deeply saddened to announce the passing of board member Walter H. Eubanks. Eubanks, who represented District 3, died Tuesday after a brief illness. “Mr. Eubanks’ family and friends are in our thoughts during this difficult time,” the board said...
Missing Bipolar man last seen in Harrisburg, Walton Way area
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public help in locating a man with mental health issues. Travis Stewart was last seen on June 20th around 3:00 pm leaving Piedmont Hospital. Authorities say he suffers from Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder. As of Tuesday morning, the RCSO sa
Augusta opens cooling centers during intense heat
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - With summer temperatures rising, Augusta officials want residents to know that cooling centers are open throughout the community for anyone who needs relief. Cooling centers provide welcoming spaces for residents to cool down, rest and take a break. Everyone is welcome. “As temperatures conti
Family remembers 18-year-old killed in Warren Road house party shooting
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The family of 18-year-old Eric Miller is remembering him as more than a victim after a deadly shooting at a house party on Warren Road. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded just before 1 a.m. Saturday to the home, where Miller was found shot inside. He was pronounced dead [
