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Developers seek another revision to Tillery Park

Ivey Development is seeking another revision to the Tillery Park subdivision, making way for additional lots.

Columbia County Fire Rescue held a stair climb in remembrance of Sept. 11 on Thursday morning. Staff photo by Stephanie Hill

Photostory: Columbia County Fire Rescue hosts stair climb, ceremony in remembrance of Sept. 11

Columbia County Fire Rescue hosted its annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb with Remembrance Ceremony in honor of Sept. 11 on Thursday morning.

Judge dismisses murder charge in Augusta ‘Water Boys’ killing, citing self-defense

The murder charge against 16-year-old Vincent Hikeem Carter Jr. has been dismissed following a preliminary hearing held Thursday by Judge Shawn Merzlak, who ruled that the teen acted in self-defense during a fatal shooting last month that claimed the life of 14-year-old Deandre Howell.

House of Prayer defendants appear in court as more victims sought

Seven House of Prayer Christian Churches of America suspects made initial court appearances Thursday as authorities seek out more victims.

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Georgia Cancer Center expands skin protection initiative to North Augusta

Charlie Kirk, who helped build support for Trump among young people, dies after campus shooting

Democratic candidate for governor leaving state Senate post

Homeless man found dead in abandoned car in Aiken County; no foul play suspected

Cameras track usage as Augusta weighs future of numerous parks

Mayor’s firm takes out $935,000 short-term loan

Columbia County BOE Scraps Plans for Pre-K Center; Provides Substitute Teachers And Staff With Stipends

Columbia County School District Board of Education met for its regular session meeting March 9, 2021 and approved certified and...

Education Superintendent Says Remote Standardized Testing Is Not Possible

On Feb. 22, all states received notice from the U.S. Department of Education that student testing should continue as usual,...

Augusta University Will Return to Face-to-Face Instruction This Fall

Augusta University will return to face-to-face instruction this fall, according to a school official. “I want to express my sincere...

AU Covid Vaccination Appointments Available This Week

Augusta University Health will host four clinics for administering first COVID-19 vaccinations this week, according to an announcement on Tuesday....

The United Way Is Helping With Rent and Utilities Amidst The Pandemic

The United Way has partnered with the city of Augusta to provide relief using U.S. Treasury funds available to those...

Arsonist Who Set Fire to Savannah Code Enforcement Office Sentenced to Five Years, Fined $1.3 Million

SAVANNAH, Ga.–A Chatham County man who admitted deliberately setting the May 2020 fire that destroyed a public building in Savannah...

Georgia House Votes to Allow Family Members to Visit Hospitals, Nursing Homes During Health Emergencies

ATLANTA – A bill letting some family members visit Georgians in hospitals or nursing homes during health emergencies like coronavirus...

Augusta Man Gets 10 Years in Federal Prison for Role in Distributing Meth

An Augusta man has been sentenced to nearly 10 years in federal prison for a scheme that distributed methamphetamine in...

Man Steals Tens of Thousands from Martinez Grandmother

A suspect was charged last week with stealing over $45,000 from an elderly relative in Martinez. Randy Allen Wilson, 35,...

Blood Donors Needed as Shortage Continues

The social paranoia of 2020 spilled over into a dangerous lack of blood for patients in need.

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