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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

Eisenhower murder suspect ordered to remain in custody

The defendant charged with murder in the Dec. 14 shooting death of U.S. Army Sgt. Andre S. Stewart Jr. at...

Woman killed in dog attack on Ira Drive in Augusta

A woman died Wednesday morning after being attacked by two dogs in the 3500 block of Ira Drive, the Richmond...

West Lake property rezoning denied by Columbia County commissioners

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners voted against a rezoning request for a West Lake property that has become controversial.

Columbia County not moving forward with consolidation and incorporation

At this time, Columbia County is no longer moving forward consolidation and incorporation.

School district announces public hearings for tax exemption opt-out

The Columbia County Board of Education voted unanimously on Tuesday night to hold a series of public hearings that will...

Aurubis named Business Partner of the Year for partnership with Augusta Tech

The relationship between Augusta Technical College and Aurubis has yielded recognition from the state for the German copper manufacturer.

Two more hurricane town halls planned

Mayor Garnett L. Johnson, area elected officials, Administrator Tameka Allen and the Augusta-Richmond County Government will host Hurricane Helene Recovery...