Energy assistance program reopens after government shutdown
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The CSRA Energy Assistance and Weatherization Programs have reopened and are serving senior citizens after their funding was paused during the government shutdown. At least 3,000 people have applied for help since the programs resumed taking new appointments. “We knew the funds were coming....
Augusta leaders finalize SPLOST 9, adding projects
Augusta commissioners spent months on what what would be the biggest SPLOST list ever.
Columbia County commissioners approve quarry proposal
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - On Tuesday, the Columbia County Board of Commissioners heard from the public about a possible quarry in the Louisville Road area. Ultimately, commissioners voted to accept the proposal in a 3 to 2 vote. Many neighbors say they argued against it. Foundations are taking shape for...
Pipe bursts at Aiken Co. school, students dismissing early
AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – A pipe burst in the basement area of Schofield Middle School, and has resulted in extensive flooding within the basement area of the school. In order to fix the leak, the power has been shut down for the campus. Due to the loss of power, students were dismissed from school […]
Crews rush to Missy Lane after shed goes up in flames
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Aiken County crews battled a fully involved fire after a shed went up in flames on Wednesday morning. The Center Fire Department chief said they got the call for a structure fire on the 200 block of Missy Lane around 11:30 a.m. That’s just off of...
Man arrested for indecent exposure on McDowell Street in Augusta
The Richmond County Sheriff's Office said the man accused of exposing himself to a United States Postal Service worker Tuesday is now in custody after a video and tips from the public helped identify a suspect.
Harlem drive-by lands woman in jail, police say
HARLEM, Ga. (WJBF) – A woman is in jail for allegedly shooting up a house in Harlem. The incident happened January 5th on the 1000 block of Douglas Road, between 10:45 pm and 11:15 pm. Reports say Aniya Reese fired at least 9 shots at the home, striking it several times. No injuries were reported. […]
Columbia County man arrested for alleged child molestation attempt
EVANS, Ga. (WJBF) – A Columbia County man is behind bars for attempting to meet whom he thought was an 11-year-old for sex. Reports say Mack Samuel French went to the Evans Walmart between 9:45pm and 10:15 pm on January 6th to meet the “victim”. He is charged with Criminal Attempt to Commit Child Molestation. […]
Salvation Army, Richmond County schools launch winter clothing drive
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Salvation Army of Augusta is teaming up with the Richmond County School System for a winter clothing drive. They are collecting new or gently used coats, hats, jackets, scarves, mittens and gloves. Donations can be dropped off at any Salvation Army location or Richmond County...
Finding Solutions: Local woman moves forward with veterans’ housing plan
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Renovations continue on a D’Antignac Street home being transformed into a Veterans’ Villa. Arlean Edwards, who leads the project, first showed the home in February. The house will serve up to 10 veterans at a time while they receive wraparound services to help them get back on their feet...
