Things To Do in Augusta This Weekend: September 4-September 6
The Augusta events this weekend offer a variety of options, from stand-up comedy and hands-on science to a charitable night out. Ali Siddiq headlines the Bell Auditorium, while Phinizy Swamp Nature Park invites adults to work like real scientists for a morning. Julian Smith Casino hosts a gala supporting gynecological
Three CSRA men federally sentenced on firearm charges
Three men from the CSRA have been sentenced to prison following firearms related plea agreements, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Thursday.
Deputies searching for man who opened fire on them
East Georgia deputies are searching for a man who opened fire on them on Thursday.
Fitness2020 Acquires Evans Fitness Center in Landmark $30M+ Transaction
Fitness2020, Georgia’s rapidly expanding high-value, premium fitness brand, announced the acquisition of Evans Fitness Center in Evans, Georgia, along with the advancement of its new Grovetown location. The combined transaction exceeds $30 million and brings more than 108,000 square feet of state-of-the-art fitness spa
As tuition costs climb, CSRA College Night offers families a look at options
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - College is getting more expensive across Georgia: the University System of Georgia raised in-state tuition 1% and out-of-state tuition 3% for the coming school year. It’s part of why nearly half of families now borrow to pay for school. For some CSRA families, one night...
Augusta mother charged after 6 children found living in severe neglect
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - An Augusta mother faces multiple child cruelty charges after authorities allegedly found six children living in hazardous conditions. Tisheika Washington, 33, was arrested Tuesday at her residence on the 3800 block of Mike Padgett Highway. She has been charged with six felony counts of cruelt
11-year-old on bicycle hit by truck in Evans, sheriff’s office says
Deputies with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office confirmed they responded to the scene of a collision involving a 11-year-old on a bicycle and a truck.
Suspect identified in Augusta officer-involved shooting
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A manhunt is underway after an officer-involved shooting occurred Thursday evening on Tybee Court off Lovers Lane, officials say. No deputies were hurt in the exchange, the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office said. The sheriff’s office has identified the suspect involved as Donte Godwin, 35, who
Georgian files federal class-action lawsuit against Flock Safety
ATLANTA, Ga. - A Georgia woman has filed a federal lawsuit claiming Flock cameras are doing more harm than good. The woman, Grace Schulte, filed a class-action suit on Aug. 25 against Flock Safety, the company which makes automated license plate readers. Many readers have colloquially been referred to as...
New store selling liquor and wine is open for business on Aiken’s Northside
AIKEN — Many owners want to base their businesses on the busy Southside, but Star Liquor's owner, Chris Brahmbhatt chose the Northside for his new store. Star Liquor is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday at 522 York St. N.E., Suite 508. "I shortlisted this...
