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Aiken man killed in shooting on Aldrich Street

An Aiken man was killed early Wednesday in a shooting on Aldrich Street, authorities said. Xavier Hall, 34, was pronounced dead from gunshot wounds at 4:45 a.m. Wednesday, less than an hour after authorities were called to the shooting on the 1200 block of Aldrich Street. One subject has been taken into custody related to...

Chrisilee Barton, the woman who survived a serial killer, dies after battle with cancer

Chrisilee Barton, whose courage helped bring serial killer Reinaldo Rivera to justice after she survived his 2000 attack, has died of cancer at 43, according to her family.

VFW Post 12190 hosts Veterans Day ceremony in Evans

Columbia County residents gathered Tuesday morning at Memorial Garden Park behind the Columbia County Library to honor the men and women who have served the United States in uniform.

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Photostory: Parade honors veterans despite canceled ceremony

While the federal government shutdown forced organizers to cancel a popular Veterans Day observance Tuesday, Augusta’s annual Veterans Day parade paid tribute to the men and women who have served their country.

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Augusta Charter Review Committee to revisit key motions

Temporary lane closures planned at Horizon South Parkway and Gateway Boulevard

U.S. Senate plan to reopen government could throttle a booming new industry

Suspect who shot Richmond County deputy dies from injuries

North Augusta double murder suspect moved from hospital to Augusta jail

Drone and K-9 teamwork: RCSO assists BCSO in burglary arrest on Mike Padgett Highway

Severely injured man from Sandersville asks community for help

On June 1, three Sandersville men were involved in a severe accident, which resulted in the driver remaining in critical...

New director of teaching and learning for ACPSD named

The Aiken County Public School District has recently named Kathy Langston as the new director of teaching and learning, beginning...

Warnock introduces workforce development bill

U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., introduced legislation Tuesday that would create a federal grant program to help technical colleges and...

Trump lawyers in classified files case challenge prosecutor’s appointment at start of 3-day hearing

Lawyers for Donald Trump are arguing that the Justice Department prosecutor who charged the former president with hoarding classified documents...

The Supreme Court upholds a gun control law intended to protect domestic violence victims

The Supreme Court on Friday upheld a federal gun control law that is intended to protect victims of domestic violence.

Richard Dixon expected to withdraw, paving way for Sheriff-elect Brantley

Independent Richard Dixon is expected to announce the official suspension of his campaign for Richmond County Sheriff during an appearance...

Columbia County Board of Education approves tentative millage rate for 2025

Columbia County’s Board of Education has tentatively approved a lower millage rate, but is looking for public input in the...

Augusta SPLOST 9 wish list includes over $300 million in building projects

A $42 million convention center expansion, $46 million juvenile justice center and $4.5 million zip line park are among more...

City turns attention to Turpin Hill area

A new initiative has been announced that aims to revitalize the long neglected neighborhood.

Via Cognitive Health celebrates opening of new state-of-the-art facility

When Via Cognitive Health executive director Jennifer Pennington spoke before an audience of dignitaries, staffers, media and patients with their...

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