Augusta, GA
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY TUESDAY | From First Alert Chief Meteorologist Riley Hale
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A strong low-pressure system is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds and chance of severe thunderstorms to the CSRA Tuesday. It will be a windy day with sustained winds near 25 mph and gusts over 40 mph likely.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY TUESDAY | Make sure you stay weather aware Tuesday and have a way to receive alerts.
SEVERE THREAT: A strong line of thunderstorms is expected to move through the CSRA between 10 am and 5 pm. This line will be capable of producing wind gusts over 60+ mph and tornadoes. Tornadoes could form quickly and without much warning with this line, so it is important you can get to your safe spot quickly.
WIND THREAT: Before and after storms arrive, there will be strong wind gusts up to and over 40 mph. Sustained winds during the day will be between 20-25 mph. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down. A WIND ADVISORY is in effect for the entire CSRA from 6 AM to 9 PM Tuesday. This will likely lead to some power outages so make sure you keep your cell phone charged!
FLOOD RISK: Rain totals look to fall between 1-2″ for most of the CSRA, but there could be some higher totals. We are not expecting a lot of flooding issues since this will be a fast moving system, but flood prone areas could have issues and isolated areas that received higher totals.
ALERTS: To view the latest advisories, watches, and warnings – click HERE.
Rain will clear out Tuesday night, but it will stay breezy through Wednesday. Morning lows Wednesday will be in the upper 30s, but wind chills will be colder and likely make it feel below freezing. Sunny skies Wednesday with cool highs in the low and mid-50s. Winds will be out of the west between 10-15 mph and gusting over 25 mph.
Mostly sunny Thursday with seasonal temperatures. Morning lows will be near freezing in the low 30s and afternoon highs close to 60.
Another system is expected to show up Friday that could lead to severe weather in the CSRA. Keep it here for updates the next few days.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Families had the chance to sharpen their money skills at a financial literacy event hosted by local nonprofit Crown Her Mentoring at the Bernie Ward Community Center.
The free event offered resources for all ages, from kids learning the basics to adults planning for their financial future.
Attendees could sit in sessions about budgeting, credit, opening banking accounts and insurance options.
Organizers said the event was designed to make financial education accessible during Financial Literacy Month.
“People need to understand the importance of a checking account, a savings account—how to manage your money. How to invest your money. People need to learn about life insurance,” said Torrecka Davis, organizer.
Crown Her Mentoring will host a mental health awareness event on May 23. Open enrollment for new mentees will begin on May 10.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Shoppers in Augusta will soon lose a longtime retail option, as Lane Bryant’s store inside Augusta Mall is set to close for good this weekend.
Employees at Lane Bryant inside Augusta Mall confirmed that the store will permanently close starting Sunday, April 19.
After the closure, the nearest Lane Bryant location for customers will be in Lexington.
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With deepest and heartfelt sympathy, G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Mr. Willie J. Tanksley who entered into rest April 18, 2026.
Mr. Tanksley, a native of Richmond County, was a 1985 graduate of the Academy of Richmond County. He was a member of Greater Young Zion Baptist Church where he served in the Brotherhood Ministry.
Survivors include his wife, Sabrina Tanksley; two daughters, Ashley Tanksley and Taylor Tanksley; siblings, Elise Tanksley of Augusta, GA, Wilhelmina Roland of Atlanta, GA, Terry Tanksley, Tommy Tanksley, Watler Tanksley and Elder Claude (Kimberly) Tanksley all of Augusta, GA; an aunt, Frances Tate; an uncle, James Tanksley; mother-in-law, Sandra Harrison of Beech Island, SC; father-in-law, Jimmy (Elnora) Bing; three sisters-in-law, Fonda Rainey, Nicole Harrison and Nina Bing; a brother-in-law, Eric Bing; a host of nieces , nephews, along with other loving relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Greater Young Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. William A. Blount officiating. Interment will follow at Walker Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.
The family will not be receiving visitors at the home. We ask that you continue to pray for them during this time.
Professional Services are under the compassionate care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-North Augusta.
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