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AIKEN, Sc. (WRDW/WAGT) - More than 500 people stepped outside to enjoy the beautiful Friday weather and compete in the Special Olympics games covering Aiken, Edgefield, and Saluda counties. From the opening parade to the dance breaks, and the thrill of going for gold, the area 15 Special Olympics athletes...

EVANS, GA. (WRDW/WAGT) - Brandon Wilde, the area’s premier retirement community, showcased the culinary talents of its team members today during its first-ever Iron Chef Competition. This spirited event featured three teams representing various departments, including Marketing, Plant Operations, and Security,...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - They’re called man’s best friend for a reason, and really, dogs are everyone’s friend. Especially when they’re trained to reduce stress and anxiety, bring support and comfort and simply happiness. One senior living community in Aiken has become a popular spot for...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - If you’ve been to the Savannah River Brewery recently, you may have noticed what looks like a shipping container attached to the outside of the building. That’s actually a kitchen, and they’re hoping to have a soft opening sometime next week. Tucked away...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - This week, a murder-suicide in North Augusta shocked our community. Authorities say 71-year-old Keith Jones shot his girlfriend, 67-year-old Kathy Hydrick, Thursday morning, and then turned the gun on himself at their home on Walnut Court. This is the 5th case in the past 15 months...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded on Thursday evening to Heritage Academy, located at 326 Greene Street, about a report that a 14-year-old juvenile student had made a threat. During a classroom incident, the student became upset and made a statement threatening to “shoot the...

A Richmond County sheriff's investigator on Friday successfully talked down someone threatening to jump from the 5th Street Bridge in downtown Augusta. "A Richmond County Investigator, who also serves as a trained negotiator, arrived on the scene and engaged in conversation with the individual for nearly three...

Charlotte, NC – A widespread severe weather threat is taking aim at the East Coast on Monday, with 14 states under a slight risk for damaging storms. According to the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center, a strong cold front will move through the region beginning Monday morning, March 31, and continue...

According to multiple reports, rapper Young Scooter tragically died in Atlanta on his 39th birthday, Friday, March 28. Several initial reports claim the rapper was killed, however, an update from FOX 5 Atlanta sheds a little bit more light on the tragedy. RELATED: Yella Beezy Released From Jail After Bond Reduced...

As the weather warms up , it's the perfect time to plan your next beach trip for relaxation, delicious food and refreshing drinks. Southern Living explored the southern coast and selected the top 10 beach bars for 2025, with Georgia making the list three times. Check out which Georgia beach bars caught Southern...