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Between rising tuition and a tight job market, getting a bachelor's degree is an increasingly daunting prospect these days. Per a May 2024 Pew Research Center survey, just 1 in 4 adults believe a college degree is necessary to secure a high-paying job. Many second-guess the value of college because...

In a big win for air travel, U.S. Senators announced $13 million for Georgia's airports. Augusta Regional Airport received $987,701. The money comes from a nationwide effort to upgrade air facilities. Within the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), airports will get essential repairs and new improvements to expand...

PAULINE COURT, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office says deputies found a runaway 13-year-old. Jazae Parker was reported missing from her home in Pauline Court around 6 p.m. Monday. On Tuesday, deputies say Parker was found safe. Aiken County Parks and Recreation teamed up with the Serenity...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)– A little lunch and a lot of entertainment on today’s Jennie Show! We’re talking all about charcuterie boards with the owner of a new business in Evans, Graze Craze of Augusta. Cheryl Hardy brought a party on a platter! She says Graze Craze is a chain that she decided to bring to […]

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)- If you think you have seen illegal activity and don’t know what to do, then the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has a way for you to tell them. There are two forms that you can fill out: The Confidential Crime Tip and the Drug Tip form. And you have the option to […]

Dry and hazy again Tuesday. Few showers possible Wednesday. Better chance for scattered storms by Thursday.

AUGUSTA, Ga. - Police are issuing a public service announcement about a crime called “jugging” that is making its way through South Carolina. “Bank jugging” or “jugging” is a targeted crime where suspects often work in teams to rob victims or break into their vehicles shortly after they withdraw money from a bank or...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A man wanted for Murder is now behind bars. 36-year-old Donnell Varicy Mitchell was arrested June 2nd in the shooting death of of A’kki Pauley. The alleged crime occurred March 19th, 2025, on the 1900 Block of Dabney Drive. Authorities say Pauley was shot at least once while while sitting in […]

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Coroner’s Office responded to the 2200 block Ward Avenue in reference to a child’s death Tuesday morning. Upon arrival, a 16-month-old child was located inside the residence and pronounced dead at 5:15 am. An autopsy has been scheduled. A second child was transported to the...

Health inspectors found multiple issues at restaurants in the Midlands in May. Here’s a list of some of the worst offenders.