Augusta, GA
Augusta plays host to multiple Juneteenth celebrations this weekend
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – There were multiple Juneteenth celebrations in Augusta on Saturday.
The Augusta Museum of History held an event on Saturday that celebrated Juneteenth.
People were able to tour the museum, participate in art projects and learn about the history of Juneteenth.
A local artist taught people how to make the Edgefield face pots.
“This whole gave a presentation about Dave, the Potter, who was an enslaved man living in Edgefield, and he risked his life in knowing how to read and write, and he would write his name. I think he’d write poetry on the pots he made. We got to see some of those pots in the museum before starting our lesson. It’s a good time,” said AC Daniel, art teacher.
The Museum’s education coordinator said it’s important to recognize the history surrounding Juneteenth and how it relates to Richmond County.
“When we think about Juneteenth, this is really freedom for all, and because of the Emancipation Proclamation, all of the enslaved people were freed. Then we have a lot to celebrate because over 6000 people were enslaved right here in Richmond County,” said Krystal Lyon.
Also in Augusta on Saturday, there was a Freedom Trail ride that also celebrated Juneteenth.
There were also games, a horse ride, a petting zoo, and bounce houses, with around 50 vendors and the event wrapped up around 11 p.m.
The organizer of the event was humbled by the big turnout.
“It’s incredible. It’s really incredible because I have 81 acres and another 10 acres on the other side of the road. First off, just having property is a big thing in our community, and then being able to share that with my community, and on such a great day, a day of celebration. So we’re just celebrating all the way around. It was a privilege. It’s an absolute privilege to have to be a part of something this big,” said Davon Wallace, owner, Crimson Hills.
There is another ride on July 19.
“It’s going to be the true trail ride. Because we’re going to shut down some of the road, we’re going to be out in the streets, and we’re going to be inside on the property. So it’s going to be really big, really partnering with 306 of New York, from South Carolina, they came out. They said they want to be a part of it, and we’re going to do some big things. We’re going to do some big things,” said Wallace.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – It’s been the better part of a year since Augusta-Richmond County’s planning and development director announced her resignation, but now there are two finalists seeking to succeed her.
Officials announced Friday that the two candidates are Ryan A. Bland and Adleasia J. Cameron.
Officials haven’t yet released information about them, but News 12 requested their job applications and resumes, which are covered under state open records laws.
Carla Delaney resigned as planning and development director effective May 30.
“Augusta has been home to me for many years, from my time as a middle and high school student to earning my graduate degree. It has truly been a privilege to work here and contribute to the community’s growth, sustainability, and development,” Delaney said in her letter of resignation.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Belair Middle School families received a letter Thursday after a fight was caught on camera.
According to the letter, as a bus driver was leaving the building Wednesday, students engaged in a fight that was filmed by others during after-school dismissal.
School officials said the bus driver pulled back in and administrators and public safety officials addressed the incident in accordance with the code of student conduct and discipline.
The students involved were removed from the bus, the letter states.
“Incidents of this nature are unacceptable and will not be tolerated in our school,” said Principal Rischa Sturgis.
If you or your children have any safety concerns, please report them to the school or call the Safety Tip Line at 706-828-1077.
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ATLANTA, Ga. — Georgia homeowners took to the Capitol for “HOA Day,” with many fearing they could lose their homes to their community associations.
Atlanta News First Investigates has documented hundreds of homeowners reaching out in the last year. Of those, almost half are in lawsuits with their HOA and 30% have liens on their homes. The average fine they’re facing is near $10,000, and they have no office to go to for help.
HOA Day at the Georgia Capitol began with homeowners gathering in Liberty Plaza. Dozens of homeowners pleaded with lawmakers to help.
“The frivolous fines are like your trash can from your backyard, your mailbox and your driveway should be pressure wash. And your fines are in excess of tens of thousands of dollars,” said Rose Lummus of Decatur.
“There’s no lawyers to fight for a homeowners because there’s more lawyers getting money from the homeowners association because of the financial gain,” said Rosalind Grigger of Smyrna.
Darrell Taylor of Villa Rica said his HOA wants to foreclose on his house. “We say we never got what we were promised, so why do I have to give you what you were promised?”
Even some HOA board members showed up to support reform.
“There’s some board members that are good… so we’re just trying to educate,” said Tamara Chase of Fairburn.
HOA Day was organized by Representatives Viola Davis, Kim Schofield and Sandra Scott and Senator Donzella James. The event continued with a call to action for all lawmakers to prioritize and protect Georgia homeowners.
There are several bills involving HOA oversight in both the Senate and House, but lawmakers are pushing two to the forefront: SB 406 and HB 1035. The bills would assign oversight to the Secretary of State and stop foreclosures for unpaid dues.
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