Finding Solutions: Man’s record breaking sock collection will soon go to shelters
NORTH AUGUSTA, Sc. (WRDW/WAGT) - A local man has surpassed the Guinness World Record for the largest sock collection, with more than 2,000 pairs and counting. The current record is 1,531 pairs. Darryl Parker worked as a firefighter paramedic in Philadelphia for 30 years, saving lives and teaching CPR. Now...
Columbia County deputies arrest 23-year-old after Martinez crash
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office arrested a 23-year-old Monday after a crash on Stevens Creek Road at West Port Court.
Robbie Silas seen being escorted out of Wilkes County jail
A longtime Richmond County Sheriff’s Office major has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, according to officials.
Georgia Power talks about your bill, responding to outages, and playing it safe
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) We welcome Kerry Bridges back to this edition of The Means Report. He’s the region executive for Georgia Power. We talk about how to save money while we keep our homes heated and cooled. We also talk about how outage repairs work and how to stay safe if you see a downed […]
Border Bash returns with concert, 5K to help families in need
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A longtime fall tradition is making a comeback — and adding a new way to give back. Border Bash will return November 20–21, with a free Friday night concert, a Border Dash 5K on Saturday and a focus on supporting the Salvation Army of Augusta.
Owner Randy Eblen shares the story of Grumpy’s Sports Pub in Aiken
AIKEN, S.C (WJBF) – For this episode of Your Hometown Roadtrip the team stopped by Grumpy’s Sports Pub to talk with Owner Randy Eblen about how the restaurant came to be and what people can expect when they come to visit. What is this place and what is it all about? “Grumpy’s Sports Pub was […]
Celebrating legacy of author, Augusta native Frank Yerby
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Frank Yerby is a well-known novelist who has written and published 33 books, including The Vixens and The Foxes of Harrow, which was the first novel by an African American to sell more than a million copies, according to historians. However, most people may not know or realize that Frank Yerby […]
Aiken County overdose deaths drop by half as statewide fatalities decline
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) — Aiken County recorded a significant drop of 50% or more in drug overdose deaths, mirroring a statewide decline. State officials announced Monday that overall overdose deaths in South Carolina fell more than 31% in 2024. According to the state’s latest data, there were 1,481 drug overdose death
FEMA approves over $75 million for Georgia recovery projects
ATLANTA - Federal emergency officials are directing more than $75 million to Georgia to cover costs from Hurricane Helene, pandemic response and past disasters. Federal emergency officials announced $75.4 million for 56 recovery projects across Georgia. The money comes through the Public Assistance program and Hazard M
Columbia County authorities ask for help in finding missing woman
Tawana Nusha Moore, 50, was last seen in the area of Bloedel Reserve Way on July 25, 2026. She is described as approximately 5'9 and weighing 250 pounds.

















