Remains of 4 women found near Shaw Creek unsolved decades later
Four women were found dead near Shaw Creek in Eureka, South Carolina — and more than three decades later, investigators still don’t have all the answers.
Man accused of shooting car 8 times arrested, charged with Aggravated Assault
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A man wanted by Richmond County Deputies is now in custody. 24-year-old Treshaun Baker was wanted for an alleged Aggravated Assault that occurred on the 1800 block of Cottonwood Drive in Augusta on January 11th. Reports say Baker shot at car following an argument, hitting the car 8 times. 12...
Washington Ga.’s annual Tour of Homes returns with historic properties
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Women’s and Kiwanis Club of Washington will host its annual Tour of Homes and Art Show on April 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring historic properties and a juried exhibition of regional artists. About the tour. The event has been held annually...
Richmond County holds first meeting to name career center replacing Josey
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A Richmond County naming committee wants to keep the Josey name on the new college and career academy, though the school board will have final say. The committee held its first meeting Tuesday in a closed session. At least one additional meeting is expected before a formal recommendation...
First Alert Forecast l Near record highs today, storms early Thursday
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta may tie or break a record Wednesday afternoon as a warm and breezy day sets the stage for a major weather shift this week. A cold front arriving Thursday will bring showers and storms, followed by cooler air and a warming trend heading into the weekend.
American Airlines adds nonstop flights to Augusta for Masters
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — American Airlines is offering more flights and seating for golfers and fans alike, hoping to go to The Masters in Augusta, Georgia. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is the airline’s second-largest hub; first being Dallas Fort Worth, where the company is headquartered. The airline...
Deputies visit Hephzibah Elementary students
The Richmond County Sheriff's Office Community Services Division visited Hephzibah Elementary School this morning at the invitation of Officer Nate Mercer with the BOE Police. Deputies met with kindergartners and Pre-K students to talk about their work in law enforcement.
Doctors Hospital’s Colon Crawl shares importance of deadly cancer
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and Doctors Hospital is aiming to share the importance of its impacts. On Tuesday, Doctors Hospital hosted a colon crawl, where people got the chance to walk through an inflatable colon to learn about colorectal health. WellStar MCG set up...
Independent audit finds financial weaknesses in Augusta housing department
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) -An independent audit flagged financial weaknesses in Augusta’s Housing and Community Development department, leaving $6.4 million in federal funds unaccounted for. Bonnie Cox, a partner with Cherry Bekaert, presented the audit results. She said the review focused specifically on how the...
Corps Reopens Two Campgrounds at J. Strom Thurmond Lake
After over a year and a half of clean-up of damage left behind by Hurricane Helene, the Corps of Engineers has reopened two large campgrounds on J. Strom Thurmond Lake in Appling, GA. Of the three reservoir lakes on the Savannah River, Thurmond Lake and the surrounding campgrounds and recreation...
