Augusta, GA

Augusta mom accused of threatening to kill principal

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8 months ago

April 22, 2025

Augusta mom accused of threatening to kill principal

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A Jamestown Elementary School parent has been arrested after allegedly threatening to kill the school’s principal, according to law enforcement.

Jasmine Childs, 32, was arrested on April 4, according to law enforcement.

Around 9 a.m. on April 4, officers with the Richmond County Board of Education Police Department responded to Jamestown Elementary School after notification of a parent being unruly.

On scene, officers say they met with the principal, Jermeka Ford, in the front office. Ford told officers that Childs became rude and disrespectful to Ford and other staff members at the school while trying to withdraw her child.

According to the incident report, Childs stated that she would “spit” in Ford’s face.

Childs allegedly made threats toward staff members, stating that she would “beat their a** too”. While exiting the building, Childs also allegedly stated that “I will kill you, I’ll be waiting outside scary a** b****!, according to the incident report.

Officers say they were able to see Childs arguing with staff members as well as Ford through video footage.

According to the incident report, Childs’ grandfather was at the scene and tried to get her to calm down and stop using profanity towards the staff. Officers say he also tried to get her to leave the building several times.

Ford told officers she had to have other staff members take other students out of the main foyer because of the threats and profanity that were being said by Childs.

According to arrest warrants, Childs, “did unlawfully disrupt the operation of a public school, to-wit: Jamestown Elementary School, by making threats to several school officials which interrupted the beginning of school.”

From left: Sophia Kitchens and Lyric Dorsey

Officers say Ford is seen on video approaching Childs to ask her to exit the building. Ford points to the door several times, and then Childs is seen walking towards her. Childs eventually leaves the building with her child, according to the incident report.

When they arrived at Childs’ home to take her into custody, officers say Childs ran into the house, pushing past her son.

After a brief dispute with law enforcement, officers say they were able to arrest her without further incident.

Childs is charged with terroristic threats and acts and disrupting a public school, according to arrest warrants.

She is being held in Richmond County jail, according to the incident report.

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Augusta, GA

Aerospace program milestone reached at Thompson Farm in Augusta

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3 hours ago

December 13, 2025

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Aerospace program milestone reached at Thompson Farm in Augusta

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Students at Richmond County Technical Magnet School achieved a milestone by launching their 500th non-kit rocket.

Students launched rockets at Thompson Farm in Augusta. The launch is part of the school’s aerospace program that has been part of their STEM curriculum since 2014.

The Augusta Fire Department collaborated with the group for the launch.

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Augusta, GA

Savannah woman attacked with acid, recovering at Augusta burn center

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15 hours ago

December 13, 2025

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Savannah woman attacked with acid, recovering at Augusta burn center

SAVANNAH, Ga. – A woman is recovering in Augusta after being attacked with acid earlier this week in Savannah.

Around 8:16 p.m. Wednesday, she was walking around Forsyth Park and a man hiding in the shadows near Whitaker Street suddenly came out and attacked her with an unknown chemical.

The liquid melted through her clothing and headphones.

The victim has been identified as Ashley Wasielewski, of Savannah, according to sources close to her family.

First responders located and treated the victim on scene before transferring her to a local hospital. Wasielewski has now been transferred to a regional burn center for advanced treatment. Sources close to the family said the burn center is in Augusta.

Sources close to the family said Wasielewski is stable after suffering second-degree burns.

Photos of the victim before and after an acid attack in Forsyth Park(N/A)

Savannah police say they don’t believe the attacker was known to the victim.

No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

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Augusta, GA

Red Kettle Campaign short $100K of goal as it enters its final days

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1 day ago

December 12, 2025

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Red Kettle Campaign short 0K of goal as it enters its final days

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Salvation Army of Augusta’s Red Kettle Campaign is working to close a $100,000 gap before Christmas Eve.

With just 11 days left in the 2025 Red Kettle Campaign, the Salvation Army of Augusta is urging the community to rally together.

The Red Kettle Campaign is the largest fundraiser of the year for The Salvation Army.

The campaign funds programs and services that support neighbors in need throughout the entire year.

Every penny donated through the Red Kettles stays in the Augusta area, ensuring local impact.

Proceeds from the campaign directly support the Center of Hope. In addition to providing a safe place to sleep, the Center of Hope operates a soup kitchen that serves approximately 200 meals every day.

In the past year, the Salvation Army has assisted more than 900 local residents through its rent and utility assistance program.

“The Red Kettle represents so much more than a simple donation—it represents hope for families right here in our community,” said Major Jonathan Raymer, Area Commander for The Salvation Army of Augusta.

“Every dollar dropped into the kettle helps provide shelter, meals, case management, and stability for our neighbors who need it most. With just days left in this campaign, we are asking the CSRA to show up in a big way.”

The Salvation Army of Augusta is encouraging community members to donate when they see a Red Kettle. For those who are cashless, donations can be made online at donateaugusta.org.

If you would like to volunteer for the Red Kettle Campaign, visit ringforhope.org.

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