Augusta, GA

Augusta Boxing Club, Paceline partner together to knock out cancer

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2 years ago

August 29, 2024

Augusta Boxing Club, Paceline partner together to knock out cancer

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – On Wednesday, Augusta Boxing Club joined in the efforts of helping with cancer research ahead of PaceDay in October.

According to the CDC, cancer is the second leading cause of death in Georgia and South Carolina.

Paceline is a local organization that raises funds for critical cancer research at the Georgia Cancer Center.

One of Paceline’s biggest fundraisers is its annual PaceDay — a multi-course bike ride to bring the community together in spreading cancer awareness.

The kids at the boxing club say the ride is a little different than what they’re used to in the ring, but they say no fight is too big.

Elijah Davis says like his opponents in the ring, he’s ready to help knock out cancer.

“It makes me feel like I’m part of a bigger thing,” said Davis.

He’s joining his peers in the gym and more than 200 riders throughout the community to bring awareness to cancer.

Paceline says the community’s involvement is responsible for raising more than $1.5 million over the past six years.

Paceline’s president, Martyn Jones, says this initiative is a chance for youth to join a bigger cause.

Davis and his peers at the gym say that’s enough motivation to accept the challenge.

“I want to do it because I want to do something for the gym. I want to do something for cancer too,” said Davis.

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PaceDay Rider, Gary Thomas, said: “Like, helping cancer, it can spread kindness all the can, and helping, it’s going to spread kindness in the whole world. It will be good.”

And mentors at the boxing club say it’s about not holding back any punches when it’s time to help.

Augusta Boxing Club Executive Coordinator Tiffany Cannon said: “Just seeing everybody put their difference to the side to for to raise what’s needed, and then also with the kids, like, there it was no hesitation. When I, when we were like, ‘Hey, I want to do a bike ride’, everybody raised their hands like, yeah, me, me, me, me. So just the kids being excited about, you know, wanted to give back as well.”

Meanwhile, Davis says he’s ready for the ride.

“I’m prepared now. I’m ready,” he said.

Paceline says the research projects they’ve helped get started have resulted in more than $9 million in additional funds from outside organizations.

PaceDay will be on October 13.

Their goal is to bring the community together towards a common goal – curing cancer faster.

If you want to join the ride or donate, visit Paceline’s website.

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Protestors in downtown Augusta speak out after strikes on Iran

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9 hours ago

March 1, 2026

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Protestors in downtown Augusta speak out after strikes on Iran

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Local protestors made their voices heard after Israel and the U.S. announced strikes on Iran Saturday, ones that killed Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reports say.

Protesters lined 13th Street in Downtown Augusta and walked across the river to North Augusta to make sure as many people as possible heard them.

50501 CSRA already had a march planned for Saturday, but in light of the strikes on Iran, decided to expand its focus.

Local leaders spoke about their concerns for the strikes, and roughly 60 people showed up to share theirs as well.

One of the event organizers said to make your voice heard your voice heard.

“Just call your people, call your representatives, if you don’t like that Iran was bombed, I don’t either. But call people and let them know, email them. Let it be relentless. Congress did not approve this. They have a say in this,” Zee Cook said.

The strike is being called “Operation Epic Fury,” with Iran responding with multiple missile and drone strikes across the Middle East.

In a social media post, President Trump said the bombing of the country will continue “as long as necessary.”

People across the world began lining the streets as well in support and against the decision.

Leaders across the world reacted to the news, including those in Georgia and South Carolina.

There’s a protest planned in Charleston and other regional cities this week.

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Lock and Dam Park closing to public for a month in Augusta

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21 hours ago

February 28, 2026

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Lock and Dam Park closing to public for a month in Augusta

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The city of Augusta announced a temporary closure of New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Park.

Closure of the park at 2105 Lock and Dam Road will allow the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to repair the lock and dam structure.

The park will be closed from March 4 to April 7.

All areas of the park will be closed.

However, the Baurle Boat Ramp will remain open and accessible to the public for fishing and boating activities.

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Augusta 911 call center earns statewide honor

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1 day ago

February 28, 2026

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Augusta 911 call center earns statewide honor

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta 911 center has been named 2025 Communications Center of the Year at the Georgia Emergency Communications Conference in Athens.

The award recognizes excellence in public safety communications, innovation, leadership and service.

The award recognizes a center that demonstrates strong performance in emergency response coordination, training, technology and community engagement.

The Augusta center was selected among agencies statewide for its consistent service, professional standards and coordination with public safety partners.

“This recognition reflects the work our team does every single day,” said Daniel R. Dunlap, 911 director. “Our communications officers are the first point of contact during some of the most difficult moments in a person’s life. They provide reassurance, direction and critical coordination until help arrives. I am incredibly proud of the dedication and strength they show.”

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