Piedmont Augusta introduces new family room for NICU parents
A new room a Piedmont Augusta is helping support families preparing to bring a newborn home.
Gun, knife found at separate Richmond County schools, officials say
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A knife and a gun were found at two separate local high school campuses, according to authorities. According to school officials, on Tuesday morning, before the school day began, administrators noticed a group of students out of their designated area. Richmond County School System and...
Lakeside High teacher loses job over threats, parents learn
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A Lakeside teacher threatened students and is now out of a job, according to the Columbia County School District. Authorities identified the teacher as Jerry Meitin and said he was booked in the Columbia County Detention Center on a charge of terroristic threats. His bond is...
Aiken Tech to offer free tower technician training for eligible SC residents
Aiken Technical College is offering a certified tower technician course this October, and qualifying South Carolina residents may be able to participate for free.
Arrest warrant issued in 2005 Augusta homicide of Catrina Beatrice Evans
An arrest warrant for murder charges has been issued in connection to a 20 years-long cold case in the murder of Catrina Beatrice Evans, a mother who was stabbed to death in her Augusta apartment in 2005.
News 12 to mark Helene anniversary with special
Alleged cult leader to face judge during federal hearing in Augusta. Rony Denis, the House of Prayer leader whose West Lake Mansion was raided last week, is due in court for a bond hearing. Have you seen this missing teenager from Richmond County?. Updated: 25 minutes ago. Stormy Newland was...
Augusta Senior Citizens Council reopens after funding restored
(WJBF) – On July 31, the Senior Citizens Council in Augusta closed its doors. After decades in operation, federal budget cuts forced the organization to shut down. The programs on which hundreds of seniors rely became victims of the budget chopping block. Volunteers were let go and the furnishings were sold off. Then...
From the gridiron to government: Derek Dooley stops in Augusta for Senate campaign
Derek Dooley joined Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and Augusta business owner Brad Usry on this campaign stop for a panel discussion on Monday.
Lakeside High School teacher dismissed after reportedly threatening student
COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – A Lakeside High School teacher is no longer employed after an ongoing investigation. According to the Columbia County School District, during an ongoing investigation, the now-former teacher reportedly made comments of a threatening nature towards a student during class. The Columbia...
GBI investigating inmate death at Richmond Co. jail
RICHMOND COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – Wednesday morning, a 27-year-old white male inmate at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center was found unresponsive in his cell by detention personnel. The inmate was housed alone as a preventative measure and was being checked on frequently by staff. Upon discovering the inmate was...
