RISE Augusta expands at the Hub, helping build literacy skills
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - As the school year continues, a major resource for students and parents in Augusta is making an impact. RISE Augusta has officially opened its new location at The Hub, and the tutoring program has been recognized as one of the top 10 best programs in Georgia.
Finding Solutions: WellStar Children’s Hospital cuts ribbon on refreshed outdoor space
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - On Wednesday, we got a look at Wellstar Children’s Hospital’s outdoor space, newly refreshed thanks to Panda Express’s Panda Cares program. The outdoor rooftop space is connected to the fourth-floor indoor playroom. “So now that it is renovated, and we have really cool...
Russell Joel Brown’s biggest show yet will support Paine College
Russell Joel Brown is getting ready for his next show: "Russell Joel Brown, Home for the Holidays at Paine College." It's a fundraising event for the school that will feature a nine-piece band, an 85-voice choir, dancers, and more.
Pioneering sickle cell program planned in Richmond County
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia on Wednesday announced plans for a comprehensive sickle cell provider training and mental health program in Richmond County. The foundation is partnering with state Rep. Karlton Howard (D-Augusta), the Richmond County School System and the Lamar Medical...
Masters job applications now open for 2026 tournament
Applications to work at the 2026 Masters Tournament are now open, according to a news release from the Masters Tournament and Augusta National Golf Club.
Making the case for keeping open Augusta’s four lowest used parks
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Welcome to a city playground, but with no one around. That’s pretty common in Augusta, according to the city park use study. “My thought here is that if you invest in parks, people will use the parks. If you don’t invest in the parks, people will not use those parks,” said Commissioner Jordan...
New plan for Hotel Aiken, other properties unveiled
Downtown Aiken could be getting a major makeover. Developers unveiled early plans for Hotel Aiken and nearby properties.
2 local schools see drop as Georgia’s graduation rate reaches record high
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Georgia’s high school seniors reached a new milestone in 2025, with the state’s four-year graduation rate climbing to an all-time high of 87.2%. That’s up from 85.4% in 2024, marking significant year-over-year progress across the state and in the CSRA. But while many...
Social media threats reported at 2 Richmond Co. schools
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Two Richmond County schools sent letters home to families after social media threats, according to school officials. On Tuesday, Principal Renee Kelly sent a letter stating Richmond County School System Police learned of a threat made by a student against another student on social media...
Burnettown and Gloverville residents speak out following big accusations against homeless ministry
Some living in Burnettown and Gloverville are speaking up after making big accusations against a local homeless ministry.
