Work is buzzing at The Hive toward summer opening in North Augusta
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Hive development is nine months into construction with plans to open this summer, according to the project’s website. Aerial footage from Sky 12 drone showed the current progress on the mixed-use development located right off Exit 1 of Interstate 20. The Patch, the...
Aiken gives green light on new housing development
Dozens of apartments could soon arrive in one of Aiken's growing neighborhoods. Four buildings with 84 apartments are planned here at Rudy Mason Parkway and Wire Road.
Shots fired at South Carolina game warden, officials say
EDGEFIELD COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) — Shots were fired at a South Carolina game warden Sunday morning in Edgefield County. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources reported that multiple shots were fired at the officer, prompting an immediate search for the suspect, who fled the area after the shooting. The...
Overnight warming shelters are available during cold snap
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - With temperatures expected to drop, nighttime warming centers are open for the safety and well-being of residents, officials said Monday. People who intend to stay at a center will need a clearance from deputies. Here’s how to get one:. Beginning at 5 p.m., a deputy...
High fire risk prompts warning from officials
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Multiple brush fires broke out across Aiken County over the last few weeks. The fires come as fire departments across the CSRA remain on high alert due to dangerous fire weather conditions created by high winds and dry conditions. A local council member is stepping...
DJJ students from across Ga., including Augusta, earn diplomas
MACON, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Youths from Augusta were among the graduates when the Georgia Preparatory Academy held a commencement ceremony recently. Youths who earned their diplomas while serving time participated in the ceremony Dec. 18 in Macon. Six high school diplomas and 21 GED diplomas were awarded. Three suspects...
Richmond County deputies boost New Year’s Eve security downtown
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is implementing enhanced security measures for New Year’s Eve celebrations in downtown Augusta as people prepare to ring in 2026. The sheriff’s office announced four special safety protocols for the festivities, including downtown proactive patrol and...
Traffic accident causes power outage for many in North Augusta
A traffic accident took down some power lines Monday, causing a widespread power outage on the edge of North Augusta.
Crews battle large brush fire in Aiken County
RIDGE SPRING, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Brush fires were flaring up Monday afternoon as gusts and days of dry, warm weather made conditions ripe for flames. Crews from multiple agencies battled a brush fire that was threatening structures late Monday afternoon in Ridge Spring, and crews were also called to a fire along...
Local doctors share safety tips as flu cases continue to rise ahead of New...
Health experts are urging you to use caution, as cases of the flu are surging across the country.
