Community Hub in Augusta hosts back-to-school celebration
More than 200 competitors came to Augusta to compete in the summer slam qualifier at Dink’d Pickleball this weekend. Augusta leaders gather to answer community questions about education and crime. Updated: 5 hours ago. District Attorney Jared Williams and Sheriff Brantley were joined by state representatives Karlton...
Houseboat catches fire at Augusta Riverwalk
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A Houseboat fire broke out a the Augusta Riverwalk on Sunday Afternoon. According to Greg Labelle, owner of Two Dudes and a Boat Kayak Rentals, a houseboat caught fire. The boat was nearly destroyed, according to our crew on the scene. A person has died following...
Because, Butterflies R’ Blue to hold annual retreat
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — A local nonprofit is pouring into the next generation with purpose and love. “Because, Butterflies R’ Blue” is hosting its fourth annual summer retreat—empowering young girls and at-risk youth through mentorship, education, and life skills. Founder Shonta Bradley says this year brings more...
City of Grovetown seeks candidates for 2 council seats
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Calling all Grovetown residents! Do you think you have what it takes to be a city councilmember? The city of Grovetown will soon be accepting applications to fill two positions. The two seats up for grabs are those of Sylvia Martin and Ceretta Smith. All individuals...
Man’s body pulled from Lake Lanier, officials say
ATLANTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A man’s body was pulled from Lake Lanier on Sunday afternoon, fire officials said. The Forsyth County Fire Department said they responded to Bamby Road around 2 p.m. after the 64-year-old man’s body was found in the water near a private dock. By the...
Brush catches fire on I-20, slows traffic
Emergency crews responded to a grass fire on I-20 around 4 p.m. this afternoon.
Pelicans Annihilate Augusta in Saturday Stomping
Myrtle Beach Hands GreenJackets Largest Margin of Defeat This Year. MYRTLE BEACH, SC: Having fallen 3-0 in a hitless affair last night, the GreenJackets found their way on the scoreboard tonight yet could not keep pace with the Pelicans in a 12-1 bludgeoning. Ace Rayven Antonio had the most difficult...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage in Augusta
Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually in the United States from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the influence and contributions of Hispanic culture in the country. Here, we honor Hispanic heritage in Augusta, GA, through festivals, food, dance and more. Read on to discover all the ways that you can...
Riley’s 6 PM Forecast
This is a live recording of WRDW News 12 at 6 p.m. (recurring). Dangerous heat, mainly dry for the weekend. Higher rain chances, a bit cooler by midweek.
Construction to remake Broad Street prompts temporary removal of James Brown statue
The James Brown statute in the Augusta Common on Broad Street recently was relocated while the downtown space is being redesigned. The statue is being stored in a climate-controlled environment at the Augusta Museum of History for safekeeping during the construction, according to a news release from the city of...
