Augusta, GA
Woman who died on UGA campus is Augusta University nursing student
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – We are learning that a woman who died on the University of Georgia’s campus on Thursday was a student at Augusta University.
According to Augusta University, the woman was a student at our College of Nursing campus at Athens.
On Thursday, UGA police said they received a call just after noon from a person who was concerned for their friend, who had not come back from a run at the intramural fields. A short time later, police found the person in a forested area behind Lake Herrick with “visible injuries.”
The school said in a letter to students that “foul play is suspected,” adding that the “safety and welfare of our campus community is our top concern.”
Officers tried to give emergency aid, but the person was pronounced dead at the scene.
At a Thursday night press conference, UGA police did not release the woman’s identity.
“For our College of Nursing students, faculty and staff in Athens, we will have counselors on site tomorrow beginning at 8 a.m. Support services will also be available for students, faculty and staff on the College of Nursing Augusta campus beginning at 8 a.m.,” said Augusta University in a statement released on Thursday night.
“Classes have been canceled tomorrow at the College of Nursing campus at Athens; however, the campus will remain open as a gathering place for students, faculty and staff to receive care and counseling as needed. Classes on the main campus in Augusta will continue as normal,” AU said.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The 10th annual Juneteenth Augusta Festival brought families to the Augusta Fairgrounds on Friday despite the muggy heat.
Cultural and community-focused events, live music performances and food trucks were available at the celebration.
Tonia Hill, attending the Juneteenth celebration, said she loves the holiday and is supporting the community, though she acknowledged the weather conditions.
“I love Juneteenth. And I’m supporting everybody. It’s hot. It’s hot. It’s hot,” Hill said.
The festival runs until 10 p.m.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Dream Center is seeing more families turn to its food pantry this summer as children lose access to school lunches.
Organizations like the Augusta Dream Center see a surge in families who relied on school lunches during the academic year, according to Hallie Kohan, assistant director.
“We see a lot more families that have young kids who are in need that simply don’t have those meals they are normally getting,” Kohan said. “We see an influx of families that come through.”
Demand is up, but the food supply is not keeping pace.
“Right now we are having some food distribution issues so while we are seeing an increase in families, we are seeing a decrease in the amount of food coming through our doors,” Kohan said.
The center is asking the community to host food drives or donate kid-friendly items such as mac and cheese and oatmeal.
Every Sunday the Dream Center opens its doors for a hot meal, serving as many as 120 people.
“Families can come in and get their hot meal. They sit down, it’s dignified, it’s a diner,” Kohan said. “It’s a welcoming experience for kids to come in and not feel like they are in need.”
No paperwork is required to receive help.
“Just because you think someone is in a great situation, in today’s economy you never know,” Kohan said. “It could be your neighbor, mom, or best friend.”
The Augusta Dream Center food pantry is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Hot meals are served Sundays from 5 to 6 p.m.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Construction continues on the James Brown Linear Park in downtown Augusta, with ceiling tiles now installed inside the park structures.
The tiles feature designs showcasing the Godfather of Soul from different years in his career.
According to the city, the completed park will include an interactive water feature that will “dance” to Brown’s greatest hits. A statue of the music icon will return to a new stage at the park.
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