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EVANS, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - More than 170 sailors headed to Clarks Hill Lake for the 71st Halloween Regatta. The two-day event features adults and kids competing for the top racing spot. There were also Halloween decorations and a costume party for families to enjoy. Three people were injured, including a...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Two local nonprofits came together to host a concert to raise money for animals in foster care. Stray to Stay Outreach and SPCA Aiken hosted the Atlanta Rhythm Section on Saturday for a concert. There was also an adoption drive during the event so people could...

AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) — Unity Weekend, the largest celebration of faith and culture in Aiken, is back next week with two days of events bringing the community together. Organized by Umoja Village, the nonprofit connects individuals with resources they need “in a spirit of Umoja, which means unity,” said Donna Westby....

AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) — Aiken leaders are picking a name for the new Powderhouse Connector. Phases I and II are fully funded, and Phase I is already underway. Staff shared options like: Council may also name two roundabouts after officers Scotty Richardson and Sandy Rogers, killed in the line of duty. One is near South...

WINDSOR, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Aiken County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 100 block of Chantilly Road Sunday afternoon for a shooting incident, officials say. No one was hit or injured, but a house was struck by at least one bullet, according to the sheriff’s office. Three people were...

Elemy's Bagels, open on Verandah Drive, serves up hand-rolled bagels, breakfast burritos, and more. More: Augusta Eats: Midwest couple missed good bagels, so they opened a bagel shop in Augusta More: SEE IT: Need a new breakfast spot? Check out Elemy's Bagels This article originally appeared on Augusta...

A man fired shots at Fishbowl Lounge on Lumpkin Road near Richmond Hill before running into nearby woods, prompting a large police response and road closures. What It Means For You: The suspect remains at large after evading police search efforts. If you live or work in the Richmond Hill area, stay alert and report...

The shelter officially opened the microchip station alongside a new pet food pantry, outside the facility, for easy access at any time of day or night.

The second annual Love Doesn’t Hurt run and walk took place this weekend. The Turnaround Foundation hosted this event in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Tamika Rouse started the Love Doesn’t Hurt run and walk in honor of her mother who was murdered by her husband of six years. She was 14-years old when […]

NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) — Animal advocates in North Augusta are inviting the community to get involved. Friends of North Augusta Animals is holding a public meeting at Northside Lanes Bowling Alley. The group helps connect homeless pets with new homes and supports adoption efforts across the community. Organizers...