🌱 Rot Ken Arrested For Murder + 76 YO August Man Missing

Hey, friends! It’s Tuesday in Augusta and I’m back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what’s happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 81 Low: 69.
• Wednesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 77 Low: 69.

Here are the top three stories in Augusta today:

1. A North Augusta man, Parker Radford, was fatally struck by a car on Peach Orchard Road in Augusta while seeking help for car problems on Saturday night, according to authorities. The 29-year-old Radford died from his injuries early Sunday at Augusta University Medical Center. The store he approached for assistance, a 24-hour Sprint gas station, may have been closed at the time, and further details about the driver have not been released by the sheriff’s office. (The Augusta Press)
2. A 19-year-old Augusta rapper known as “Rot Ken” has been arrested for murder and aggravated assault in connection with a double shooting in April that resulted in one death and one injury. Despite his criminal history, including convictions for firearm possession, burglary, and theft, Kenneth Williams has gained recognition for his music on platforms like Apple Music and YouTube. The shooting occurred outside The Estates at Perimeter, where the suspects allegedly opened fire on the victims’ vehicle before the driver fled and crashed. (The Augusta Press)
3. An Augusta man with Dementia and diabetes has gone missing during his trip to Alabama after leaving his home on May 27. Ed Hicks, 76, was last seen near Clarks Mill Road on May 30, pushing a black bicycle with a black poodle in the basket. The family has reported him missing and asks for anyone with information to contact the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. (WJBF-TV)

Today and tomorrow in Augusta:

Tuesday, June 20

• The Richmond County School System congratulates its 7 REACH Georgia Scholars who have earned a $10,000 scholarship to a HOPE-eligible institution in Georgia after fulfilling academic and attendance requirements. The scholars, including alumni from various high schools, were recognized during a recent Board of Education meeting. (Richmond County School System via Facebook)
• Augusta Technical College invites everyone to participate in their 2nd Annual Yoga on the Green event, held on June 21, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the ITC/1000 Building Atrium. The event, celebrating International Yoga Day, offers an opportunity for mental rejuvenation, and interested individuals can register by scanning the QR code or using the provided link on the flyer. (Augusta Technical College via Facebook)
• Ed’s Barbershop, a longstanding business in downtown North Augusta in nearby N.C., will be closing its doors at the end of June after being open since 1997. The owner, Edward Vanderhoff, expressed gratitude for his customers and shared his plans for retirement and traveling with his children. (Charleston Post Courier)

That’s it for today. I’ll see you around!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.