Augusta, GA
2 teens in ‘serious condition’ after shooting on Butler Manor Drive
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Richmond County deputies responded to Butler Manor Drive after two teenagers were shot Monday evening, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.
Officials say around 8:22 p.m., officials responded to the 2800 block of Butler Manor Drive, where one male was shot multiple times in the chest and another male was shot one time.
The sheriff’s office says the victims are 18 and 16 years old.
Both victims were transported to Wellstar and are said to be in serious condition. Officials say no information on suspect(s) is available.
Sheriff Eugene Brantley, Chief Lewis Blanchard and CID responded to the scene with Road Patrol.
“We’re trying to follow the footsteps of the guy who participated in this act of violence,” Brantley said.
On scene, Brantley told News 12 that the victims were in surgery around 10:20 p.m. and in critical condition.
“I feel like we have to do better as a community, raising awareness, gun violence and holding our children accountable,” he said. “Before they do something that could possibly cost them their lives or another individual their lives … they put a little more thought into what they’re doing. At the end of the day, I don’t really think they understand the gravity of what they’re doing.”
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Two people were hospitalized following a shooting incident at a cafe in Augusta, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies responded to the scene at the Finish Line Cafe in the 3900 block of Wrightsboro Road at approximately 11 p.m. on Saturday, authorities said.
One of the individuals left the scene before law enforcement arrived and was taken to the hospital by a friend. The second individual remained on scene when deputies arrived.
Both individuals are currently being detained by deputies while receiving medical care amid the ongoing investigation.
In a post to social media, the business addressed rumors that were circulating online about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The business says its working with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office to ensure incidents like the shooting are prevented and the safety of patrons and staff is top of mind.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Business leaders from across the CSRA are coming together next week for the Augusta Area Business Summit.
Happening on Tuesday at First Baptist Church of Augusta, the all-day event is themed “The Power of You.”
Its mission is to help professionals from every industry learn, connect and grow.
It’ll feature speakers, networking opportunities and more.
Organizers spoke about the importance of this summit.
“So, we have things from being able to leverage AI in your business to avoiding burnout and being resilient, generic leadership training and being able to upscale yourself as a leader and managing multiple generations in the workplace,” said Amy Richardson, chair of Augusta Area Business Summit Planning Committee.
“Whether you’re in trades or white collar, it doesn’t matter, or whether you’re a business owner or business representative, in sales, in an HR position, I think anybody can come,” Debbie Reeves, Augusta Area Business Summit Planning Committee.
Hosted by Richardson Professional Solutions, the summit includes meals, sponsor booths and door prizes throughout the day.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Canal Authority is cutting the ribbon on a new ADA compliant kayak launch on Friday afternoon.
The ceremony will be held at 4 p.m. at the Mill Village Trailhead, 1905 Pearl Avenue.
Officials say its the first of its kind in Augusta-Richmond County.
According to the Augusta Canal Heritage Area’s Facebook, the project was made possible by a grant from the Georgia Rehabilitation Institute.
Local elected officials, representatives from Georgia Rehabilitation Institute, Canoe and Kayak Club of Augusta and the Augusta Sports Council will be in attendance.
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