Death of inmate at jail in South Carolina is being investigated
A South Carolina man died Saturday while locked up at a jail, according to the Aiken County Coroner’s Office . At about 3:20 a.m. Saturday, 37-year-old Aiken resident Kevin V. Rodriguez was found unresponsive in his cell at the Aiken County Detention Center , the coroner’s office said Sunday in a news release....
Puppies in Need: Could Your Home Be Their New Home in Aiken, SC?
Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to aiken..
When the Stakes are Highest, Augusta University Wins
At Augusta University, we’re loaded… with All-American talent. Not just the kind that wins trophies. The kind that saves lives. Strength that powers through the toughest diagnoses. Speed that accelerates breakthroughs in research and care. Hands that heal, comfort, and restore hope. We’re the home of Georgia’s...
North Augusta Tinseltown event brings holiday cheer to downtown
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - North Augusta transformed into a Christmas wonderland Saturday as families gathered for the city’s Tinseltown event. The downtown celebration featured music, crafts, food, and fresh-cut trees for families preparing for Christmas Eve. Children roasted marshmallows while parents...
Annual holiday gingerbread village on display at Augusta Museum of History
WJBF – If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, the Augusta Museum Of History has a pretty sweet exhibit. The annual holiday gingerbread village is on display until Monday, December 1st. Iconic landmarks from the city are represented in fun and cheerful gingerbread art. “Usually, its any historic...
Campbell Vaughn: What you need to know about pruning trees in your lawns
The leaves really are falling. I am having to mow my lawn at least twice a week just to make it look like someone lives in our house. I will get it nice and clean for about 15 minutes, and then it will be like someone took a pecan tree shaker to every tree in the yard by the time I go inside to get a drink of water....
WANTED: Xavier Tayvon Martin for child molestation
Augusta, Ga (WJBF) – RICHMOND COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE announced a ‘Be On the Look Out’ for Xavier Tayvon Martin (24 YOA) photographed below. He is wanted for child molestation and has active warrants out for his arrest. Martin is known to frequent the Lumpkin Road and East Boundary areas of Richmond County. W A N […]
Open Your Homes and Hearts: The Kittens Of Augusta, GA Need You!
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around augusta..
First Alert forecast l Chilly temps. stick around into the weekend.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A cold front moved through, bringing a shot of polar air lasting into the weekend. Below freezing temps in the 20s and low 30s are expected this morning and Saturday. Make sure you bundle up for any early morning shopping plans!. Dry conditions for the start...
See the lower median price for October home listings in Richmond County
The median home in Richmond County listed for $230,000 in October, slightly down from the previous month's $231,250, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows . Compared to October 2024, the median home list price increased 5% from $217,450. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in...

















