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Beyond the sentence: Pain and unanswered questions in Jamilla Smith murder case

While Daniel Gabriel Harmon’s prison sentence was finalized Friday in Aiken, it was the emotional testimony from Jamilla Smith’s family — including her grandmother speaking from a wheelchair — that defined the hearing and underscored the lasting impact of Smith’s death. Harmon, 34, pleaded guilty to murder and kidnapping in Smith’s death and was sentenced...

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Historic preservation panel opposes Summerville roundabout

Augusta’s Historic Preservation Commission has voted unanimously to oppose plans for a roundabout at the intersection of Monte Sano Avenue and McDowell Street.

Grovetown celebrates the opening of its reconstructed depot facility

Christmas came a little early this weekend for the City of Grovetown, as it celebrated a new gift to itself that it’s been waiting on for decades.

High insurance costs still plague Georgia

Georgia is one of the least profitable states in the nation for insurance companies, a trend that could lead to premium increases unless lawmakers act, according to a Georgia House of Representatives committee.

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RCSO probes deputies’ conduct, photo release following gang leader’s arrest

Man fatally shot in Beech Island; Investigation underway

Justice Department sues for release of Georgia voter data

Richmond County Board approves public hearings on proposed school closures, new facilities plan

Georgia Power wins approval for massive expansion

Man sentenced to decades in prison in Jamilla Smith murder; accessory cases still pending

Sheriff’s team probes burial site beneath Augusta bridge

Richmond County authorities are investigating a crime scene after the discovery of a body at the 15th Street Bridge near...

Columbia County Crime Map: May 11–18

During the week of May 11–18, a total of 72 crimes were tracked by The Augusta Press from the Columbia County...

High court dismisses appeal over Barrington ‘events venue’

The Supreme Court of Georgia dealt a blow last week to a Martinez professor’s effort to operate a luxury event...

Cardboard Castle Games hosts tabletop tournament to raise funds for mental health awareness

A crowd of local gamers doing what gamers do helped raise more than $1,000 for mental health resources over the...

Richmond County BOE talks budget and millage rate during work session

Richmond County Board of Education members discussed upcoming budget hearing meetings and the potential approval of a rollback millage rate.

Mexican restaurant almost fails health inspection

Check out this week’s health inspection scores.

Georgia Power offers to freeze customer rates

Georgia Power will not seek to raise base rates for the next three years under a proposed agreement the Atlanta-based...

Coroner: Woman shot and killed inside Warrenville residence early Monday

Aiken County authorities are investigating the shooting death of a 53-year-old woman found inside her Warrenville home early Monday morning.

Bicyclist struck and killed by vehicle on Peach Orchard Road

A woman on a bicycle was killed early Monday after being struck by a vehicle while riding on Peach Orchard...

Property Transfers: Richmond County April 16-29

NOTE: The Augusta Press doesn’t warranty the information provided here or the accuracy thereof. The property transfer file below was based on a...

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