Augusta Approves $5M for South Augusta Water Park, But Location and Timeline Remain Unclear
City seeks private partner to help fund and operate the long-promised facility, as residents push for transparency and a quality destination that serves the entire community.
Augusta Airport Switches to PFAS-Free Firefighting Foam
Augusta University 'Baby Lab' Provides Hands-On Training for Therapy Students
Politics
Richmond County Proposes Polling Location Changes
Public hearing scheduled on precinct and voting site updates ahead of May elections.

Augusta Leaders Struggle to Fix Grass Maintenance System
Residents frustrated as overgrown city-owned properties sit neglected ahead of growing season
Augusta Mayor Discusses City's Priorities
Mayor Garnett Johnson shares updates on economic development, parks, and affordable housing initiatives.
Weather
Augusta Cemetery Receives $10K Grant for Hurricane Recovery
Fitten Street Cemetery to use funds for reforestation and cleanup efforts after Hurricane Helene damage.

Local Nonprofits Provide Shelter and Aid as Deadly Cold Grips Augusta
Compass for Hope, Salvation Army, and other groups work to protect the homeless community during extreme winter weather.
Downtown Augusta Stays Open During Snowstorm
Businesses and residents brave the winter weather in Georgia's capital city.
Crime
3 Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder of Augusta Smoke Shop Owner
Antwan Herndon, Terrance Walker, and Terry McClennon pleaded guilty to the 2025 killing of Abdallah Rubeha.

Woman Sought for Questioning in 2024 Missing Person Case
Richmond County Sheriff's Office looking to interview 38-year-old woman about Gerald Weathers' disappearance.
Pepper Ball Used to Control Inmates at Richmond County Jail
Inmates refused lockdown orders, prompting deputy to deploy irritant
Lifestyle
USCA and Aiken Tech Hold MLK Day Event After Weather Delay
Keynote speaker Cecil Williams shares his photography and civil rights movement experiences with students.

Helms College Holds Delayed Graduation After Winter Weather
60 students, including 13 veterans, celebrated their commencement after the ceremony was postponed.
Columbia County Students Compete in Career Showcase
Annual event highlights career-focused programs and work-ready skills