RCSO locates missing woman last seen January 7th
UPDATE: Investigators tell us Deborah Styles has been located and is safe, with family. RICHMOND COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing woman. Authorities say Deborah Styles, 65, 5’5″, 180 pounds, was last seen on the 1500 block of 15th...
Flu cases continue to rage across Georgia, South Carolina
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Georgia and South Carolina continue to show the highest flu activity levels on the CDC’s tracking website, maintaining the highest possible status on the chart. South Carolina reported overall decreases in lab tests and flu activity, but the state remains above the baseline of 3.7...
RCSS: Class of 2025 shows strong pathway graduation rates
The Richmond County School System (RCSS) said its Class of 2025 recorded strong graduation outcomes in Georgia’s four academic pathway types, according to data released from the Georgia Department of Education on Thursday.
Boil water advisory issued in parts of Edgefield County
EDGEFIELD, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Edgefield County Water and Sewer Authority has issued a boil water advisory in parts of the county. They advise their customers located on Springhaven Drive, Springlake Court, Ashwood Drive, McCallum Drive, Scoggins Road and Hidden Circle to vigorously boil their water for one full...
2nd suspect arrested after Harlem home damaged in shooting
Aggravated assault charges arer filed after a home is shot at multiple times, according to authorities.
Man accused of attempting to meet child at Evans Walmart
A man was arrested on Wednesday after attempting to meet an 11-year-old for sexual acts, according to officials.
The Collapse of the Lone Star Benevolent Society Hall in Waynesboro, Georgia
I first photographed the Lone Star Benevolent Society Hall in January 2022 with my friend Brian Brown. When I visited Waynesboro last week, I drove by to see how it looked. Much to my dismay, the hall had collapsed. I know Burke County did experience significant damage from Hurricane Helene. I could not find any...
New bookstore and bakery opens in Jefferson County
WRENS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A new bookstore and bakery has opened in Jefferson County, offering residents a place to browse physical books while enjoying fresh baked goods and coffee. Estelle Books and Bakery opened in the summer of 2025 on Estelle Street in Wrens. Owner Sharon Evans said she has...
‘She was only five’: Community rallies after girl’s tragic death
AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — Community members are coming together to support the family of a 5-year-old girl killed in a New Year’s Eve accident. A GoFundMe fundraiser has been created to help cover funeral and burial expenses for Merinn Mae Purcell, who was struck by a vehicle while in the front yard of her home on...
Downtown Augusta Getting New Thai Fusion Restaurant
AUGUSTA, GA — SUEA Thailicious is preparing to open at 123 James Brown Blvd, Augusta, GA 30901, with an opening date to be announced as the team awaits its health inspection, co-owner Jessie Wongkaew told Business Debut. Owners Arisa Thongsri and Wongkaew are finalizing decor, completing bar setup, and training ahead...

















