Augusta, GA
Augusta leaders look to add new trail, pedestrian bridge at Augusta Canal
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A new bridge could be coming to give you a new access point to the Augusta Canal trail.
The Augusta Commission is exploring the possibility of budgeting money to go towards a new pedestrian bridge and trail off of Riverwatch Parkway.
These new additions could go next to the Residence at Riverwatch apartment complex. This will look to become the first connecting area off of Riverwatch Parkway to the Canal trail.
Right now, options for access points are Eisenhower Park, Lake Olmstead and the Savannah Rapids Park for the 10-mile path.
People using the trail are all for more options. This includes Emma Vukovich and Caroline Fowler who use the trail at least once a week to run, walk and picnic.
“We moved here about four years ago and this is definitely one of our favorite spots to come to,” said Fowler.
They park at Eisenhower Park and go to their favorite area which takes a mile to get to.
With a new bridge, their favorite spot would be right next to where the bridge could be, making picnicking a better experience.
“We can bring a lot more than just a couple of snacks out there. We can bring coolers for our picnic so make it definitely more accessible to the public, because it’s definitely the better spot one of the best spots on the canal my favorite spot. It’ll be easier to access,” said Fowler.
Right now, they drive farther to get to a better access point, but that still leaves them with a mile hike.
Vukovich said: “We actually live close to the Olmstead entrance but it’s super far to get to the more picturesque areas.”
They think if this bridge is built, more people from out of town would make the trip to use the Augusta Canal.
“It’ll bring more people out there. It will draw people to Augusta more even because I think it is one of the most pretty spots but like older people and people who don’t want to walk as far can’t get to it,” said Vukovich.
Initial costs for the project are around $2 million. The commission will look to accept $500,000 from the Georgia Department of Transportation to go towards the project.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Georgia gubernatorial candidate Geoff Duncan campaigned in Augusta ahead of Election Day, making stops at two churches and meeting with local faith leaders.
The former lieutenant governor visited Good Hope Baptist Church on Cedar Street, where he spoke with the Greater Augusta Interfaith Coalition’s “Music to the Polls” group.
Duncan told us that, if elected governor, he wants to expand Medicaid, pass what he called “common-sense gun legislation,” and create more economic opportunities statewide. He also pointed to affordability concerns impacting families and businesses.
“I want to take $1.7 billion of our state’s fund and wrap it around the axle of poverty,” Duncan said, adding that he wants to lower child care costs and improve temporary assistance programs.
Duncan also stopped at Miles Memorial Church on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
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NJ apartment dwellers, renters have these options for help with rent
State and local officials say several programs are designed to help low and moderate-income households stay housed in the face of financial distress.
As rent prices continue to strain budgets, a new study is highlighting where Georgians can save the most by splitting housing costs.
According to a report from SmartAsset, some cities in Georgia offer major savings for renters who choose to live with a roommate.
Here’s what to know.
Where can you save the most in Georgia?
The study ranks Augusta as the top city in Georgia for roommate savings, and No. 6 in the country.
Renters there can save about 45% on monthly rent, or roughly $450 per month, by sharing an apartment.
Here’s how the costs compare in Augusta:
- One-bedroom rent: $1,000
- Two-bedroom rent: $1,100
- Estimated monthly savings with a roommate: $450
Why are roommate savings so high?
With rent prices rising, splitting costs has become one of the easiest ways to cut monthly expenses.
The study shows that sharing rent can significantly reduce housing costs, especially in cities where prices have climbed in recent years.
How does Georgia compare to the rest of the country?
Here’s the top 10 cities in the US for saving with a roomate:
- Cleveland, OH
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Jersey City, NJ
- Memphis, TN
- Boise, ID
- Augusta, GA
- New Haven, CT
- Chattanooga, TN
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Shreveport, LA
Methodology
The study analyzed 100 U.S. cities using rental data from March 2025 to March 2026 from Zumper, comparing one-bedroom rents to half the cost of two-bedroom apartments to estimate savings from sharing with a roommate.
For more information, visit smartasset.com/data-studies/roommate-savings-2026.
Vanessa Johns is the Trending Topics Reporter for the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@gannett.com.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Families had the chance to sharpen their money skills at a financial literacy event hosted by local nonprofit Crown Her Mentoring at the Bernie Ward Community Center.
The free event offered resources for all ages, from kids learning the basics to adults planning for their financial future.
Attendees could sit in sessions about budgeting, credit, opening banking accounts and insurance options.
Organizers said the event was designed to make financial education accessible during Financial Literacy Month.
“People need to understand the importance of a checking account, a savings account—how to manage your money. How to invest your money. People need to learn about life insurance,” said Torrecka Davis, organizer.
Crown Her Mentoring will host a mental health awareness event on May 23. Open enrollment for new mentees will begin on May 10.
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