GA may be next to ban phones in schools. What are the safety concerns?
Georgia is on the verge of passing a new bill that will ban cell phones in all K-8 schools hoping to limit distractions, but there are some major safety concerns.
Burger King at risk of mass closures across two states as major franchisee declares...
Consolidated Burger Holdings, a Burger King franchisee that operates 57 locations in Georgia and Florida, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after already closing 18 of its restaurants
Fort Eisenhower holds change of command ceremony on Wednesday
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence held its change of responsibility ceremony on Wednesday. Major General Ryan Janovic relieved Sergeant Major Michael Starrett, who is retiring after 33 years of service. Janovic provided incoming Command Sergeant Major Timothy McGuire with the...
Movies and TV shows casting in Augusta
Movies and TV shows casting in Augusta The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling...
‘It breaks down barriers’: Coffee With a Cop helps build connections with citizens
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - North Augusta Department of Public Safety took a pause from emergencies on Wednesday with a community event. Locals had Coffee With a Cop at Stone Roastery in North Augusta. It was the perfect time for citizens to hang with officers, emergencies and crime aside. After...
Edgefield County deputies asking for help finding 3 wanted men
Fort Eisenhower holds change of command ceremony on Wednesday. Fort Eisenhower holds change of command ceremony on Wednesday. First public input meeting for Aiken’s Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park improvements. Updated: 3 hours ago. First public input meeting for Aiken’s Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park...
New traffic signal installed near North Augusta High School
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - A new traffic signal has been installed on West Martintown Road at Knobcone Avenue in North Augusta. The light is flashing right now to make drivers aware of it. Attention, Whataburger fans of the CSRA: There are now two locations of the cult-favorite fast-food restaurant...
2 years later, plans for May Park move forward
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s been two years since $2.2 million in grant money was allocated for May Park. Now, Augusta commissioners are finally moving forward with the first steps towards some much-needed renovations. These upgrades are long overdue and much needed. Potential is one word some neighbors use...
Man accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend inside vehicle at Florence Walmart
FLORENE, S.C. (WBTW) — A 23-year-old man was arrested Wednesday by Florence police, who said he assaulted an ex-girlfriend while the two argued in a car in a Walmart parking lot in March. Jahlil Dorsey of North Augusta, South Carolina, is charged with kidnapping and assault and battery in connection with the March 23...
Augusta Housing and Community Development Director put on paid administrative leave
AUGUSTA, GA. (WJBF) – Augusta leaders confirmed Wednesday that the city’s Housing and Community Development Director, Hawthorne Welcher, has been put on paid administrative leave. According to commissioners, the decision was made in a legal session on April 1st, just a few days before Masters week. Welcher is now off...
