Data center debate in Augusta will rage on
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The data center debate in Augusta is taking a new twist, and it’s what many want to see. “I think it will be very important, especially between now and the 60 days, will become more educated on data centers,” said Richard Jones. Richard Jones was one of the 11 speakers who […]
Graniteville man charged with attempted murder in June shooting
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - A man has been arrested in connection with a June shooting in Aiken that left one person injured, according to the Aiken Department of Public Safety. Phillip James Upson Jr., 22, of Graniteville, was arrested on Wednesday, according to jail bookings. According to the incident report,...
Back-to-school giveaways scheduled for July 24-26
Take a bite out of back-to-school expenses with three events set for the weekend of July 24-26. Miller-Motte College’s “Bring Your Own Backpack” event is from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, July 24, at its Augusta campus, 3128-A Deans Bridge Road. Bring an empty backpack, and Miller-Motte...
Augusta small businesses rally to support MoSH PiT Eats owner
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) – The small business community is coming together to support one of its own. The owner of MoSH PiT Eats is in the hospital waiting to undergo major heart surgery, according to the restaurant’s Facebook page. MoSH PiT Eats is a restaurant specializing in rock n roll themed sandwiches. Over the weekend
12 On Your Side Investigates: New video, new questions for indicted deputy
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Richmond County Deputy Clarence “Nic” Johnson V is out on bond after a grand jury indicted him in a January use-of-force case. Prosecutors allege Johnson unlawfully used a Taser on Frank McCurry and pushed him to the ground, knocking out some of his teeth.
Four Richmond County deputies arrested in Flock camera investigation as questions remain about oversight
Questions continue to surround the Richmond County Sheriff's Office after four former deputies were arrested over the alleged misuse of the agency's Flock license plate reader system.
Cut gas line in downtown Augusta causes evacuations around arena construction site
Georgia Natural Gas is on the scene of a cut gas line in downtown Augusta.
Goodwill to reopen Augusta location on Wrightsboro Road as retail store
Goodwill of Middle Georgia & the CSRA announced a grand reopening has been scheduled for its Wrightsboro Retail Training Store.
Delta launches expanded schedule for 2027 Masters Tournament
Delta announced it is delivering its largest-ever schedule to Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) for the 2027 Masters Tournament, with up to 20 daily departures during peak travel days.
Wellstar Columbia County Hospital Sets August Opening Date With Public Tour Scheduled
Wellstar Columbia County Hospital will open Aug. 26. That date marks the debut of the first hospital in Columbia County. A public open house is planned for Aug. 8. Residents can tour the new medical center then. Details about the event will come out later. The new building sits at...
