Seven Richmond County schools earn state recognition for excellence in cursive writing
The Richmond County School System announced Friday that seven elementary schools have been recognized for excellence in cursive writing as part of the inaugural John Hancock Award program.
Hip hop artist, Army veteran North Side Will creating sound of substance for the...
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Hip hop artist North Side Will plans on making a name for himself in the music industry and in the world. North Side Will sits down with WJBF to talk about his 12-year service in the U.S. Army and how he is using his life experiences as motivation and inspiration when […]
Woman arrested for carjacking, aggravated assault in Richmond County
A woman was arrested in Richmond County on Thursday for an alleged carjacking that resulted in a victim being dragged, sustaining several broken bones.
SC man struggles to breath, dies after Irmo police use Taser on him
Irmo police say they used a Taser last month on a man who immediately collapsed and then died days later in a local hospital. Byron Jackson, 45, of North Augusta, died Wednesday, June 25, after being stunned by the Taser and arrested by the Irmo Police Department in the early morning hours on Sunday, June 22....
Rolls-Royce to invest $75 million in Aiken facility. 434 full-time jobs coming to SC
Rolls-Royce announced on July 16 that it will invest $75 million in its Aiken, South Carolina, engine plant for the production of the stu Series 4000. The investment will create 60 jobs and introduce in-country machining capabilities. The company will also invest $100 million in American facilities to support the...
Augusta’s Senior Citizens Council to close due to federal funding cuts
AUGUSTA (WJBF) – Federal funding is being slashed to a local agency that serves seniors in Augusta. The impact will be felt by more than older residents of the CSRA. The Senior Citizens Council of Greater Augusta will close its doors July 31. The agency will begin selling EVERYTHING in their building beginning...
Mad Hatter Farm and Rescue selling homemade items to continue its mission
Mad Hatter Farm and Rescue sells candles, soaps, laundry detergent, and more. And all this goes back to the rescue animals, foster and medically fragile children, and special needs families who call this farm home.
Top Dog Comics: ‘We sell fun in here!’
In this episode of “Your Hometown Road Trip,” the team visited Top Dog Comics at their newly opened 15,000 square foot store to speak with owner Chris Galloway about all they have to offer.
People in Aiken take part in national Good Trouble rally
Community members are honoring the late Georgia Congressman John Lewis and say they are fighting for civil and human rights.
Movies and TV shows casting in Augusta
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a...