Six Georgia water systems have ‘forever chemicals’ well above EPA limit
The water coming out of your tap may be clear, but that doesn't mean it's totally safe to drink. In fact, for at least six Georgia communities, there's real cause for concern. Recently, USA Today posted a map of public drinking water systems across the country that submitted test results to the Environmental...
Old Barnwell Secures 2031 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Championship
The U.S. Golf Association picked Old Barnwell on March 4 to host the 2031 U.S. Women's Amateur Four-Ball Championship. This marks the 22nd USGA championship in South Carolina. The par-73 course opened in 2023 and sits in Aiken. Brian Schneider and Blake Conant designed it, working with sandy soil and rolling hills...
World Lymphedema Day: Augusta-area patients honored at Georgia Cancer Center event
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Patients were honored Friday at a special event hosted by the Georgia Cancer Center at Augusta University and Wellstar MCG Health in recognition of World Lymphedema Day. The observance, now in its 11th year, was established to raise awareness of the condition. Early detection is key,...
Augusta church hosts 12th annual storybook brunch
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A fundraiser to help give back to pediatric burn patients was held in Augusta on Saturday. The 12th annual storybook brunch took place at the First Baptist Church of Augusta, and several storybook characters attended. Steve Chalker, who is the chief operating officer of the Burn...
Hamby Catering & Events Named Best Catered Event of 2026 by the International Caterers...
Hamby Catering & Events has received national recognition from the International Caterers Association (ICA), winning Best Catered Wedding at the prestigious Catered Arts Through Innovative Excellence (CATIE) Awards. The award honors the most creative and expertly executed catered events across the country and is...
Here’s a look at candidates in Richmond, Columbia counties
The qualification period ended at noon Friday for candidates in local elections. Here's who met the deadline.
DNR Truck Is Fired On
SLED SEEKS INFORMATION AS INVESTIGATION CONTINUES INTO SHOTS FIRED AT DNR OFFICER. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) continues to investigate a shooting that occurred in Edgefield County (southwest of Laurens County). During the early morning hours on December 28, 2025, shots were fired at a...
Westside Animal Hospital donates K-9 first aid kits to RSCO
Westside Animal Hospital donated 10 K-9 first aid medical kits for the Richmond County Sheriff's Office, and the department is expressing its gratitude.
2 SC singers continue their journey on American Idol. Here’s what to know about...
Two South Carolina singers have made it to the next round of American Idol. Tiana Roberts of Sumter and Chloe Lauren of Warrenville will compete in the Ohana round on Monday. Roberts received a golden ticket after her audition in which she sang the hymn “Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior.” Judge Carrie Underwood said,...
Double impact: Augusta driver fleeing police on foot hit by two cars
An Augusta driver fleeing police Thursday was hospitalized after authorities say he ran into interstate traffic and was hit by two cars. Christopher Maltsby, 17, was listed in critical condition at Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, according to Richmond County Sheriff's Office Lt. James Kelly. Deputies looking for...
