Wellstar MCG Health’s Columbia County hospital almost complete
GROVETOWN, Ga (WJBF)- It was a big day in Columbia County. That’s because Wellstar MCG Health is getting closer to opening the doors to its newest hospital. With only a few months to go until the new hospital officially opens, Wellstar Health System is giving an inside look at the new facility and how it […]
Columbia County names rookie teacher of the year
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Columbia County School District has named its rookie teacher of the year as the school year nears its end. Baker Place Elementary School resource teacher Victoria Van Natta received the honor. The school district is also marking a milestone for its Teaching as a Profession program....
Salvation Army of Aiken receives $2M for shelter, $150K for operations
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Salvation Army of Aiken received a $2 million donation from South Carolina lawmakers for a future shelter and $150,000 for current operations. The funding comes as the organization prepares for summer, when demand for food and services is expected to rise. Captain Michael Good said...
Augusta committee recommends waiver for financial penalties for city trash hauler
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Since August, Coastal Waste and Recycling has been on the job for 76,000 city trash customers. “They come early in the morning, they’re usually come on time. They’re very nice, I don’t have any other complaint about them,” said Valerie Johnson. But trash service is not an exact science, stuff happ
A man died in an Aiken County collision
The Aiken County Coroner’s Office is investigating a crash that claimed the life of a 77-year-old man from Wagener. According to officials, the crash occurred around 9:25 a.m. Monday on Festival Trail Road near Airport Road in Aiken County. Authorities said Ernest M. Gleaton, 77, was driving a 2007...
ACSO is investigating a shooting after discovering a victim with a gunshot wound to...
The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one person injured Sunday night. According to authorities, deputies responded to Hancock Road, off Vaucluse Road, around 8:11 p.m. on May 11 after receiving reports of a shooting victim. When deputies arrived at the scene, they found one...
Old Evan Road closed as crews work accident with power line down
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is shutting down Old Evans Road due to an accident and power line being down. The closure was announced around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday night. You’re asked to find an alternative route until the road is reopened.
New details released in deadly crash on Old Evans Road
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A man has died after a crash on Old Evans Road late Wednesday night, according to officials. The Columbia County Coroner’s Office says James Bailey, 26, of Mississippi, died on the scene of the crash. According to Columbia County deputies, Bailey, driving a 2012 black...
Wet Nose Wednesday: Meet Landry
Baby Landry is six months old and so sad. He doesn’t know why he is at the shelter. This baby is 22 lbs of cute! He will need a home that is safe and loving. Another dog may help his confidence. He will need a home with a secure...
Here’s a neak peek at Columbia County’s first hospital
The new Columbia County hospital will open within weeks, and we got a tour so we can share it with you.
