Augusta, GA
Augusta public pool options slim as summer nears
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The summer season is here, and as the heat cranks up, parents are looking for ways to cool off their kids.
There are community pools in Augusta with limited hours and days.
The locks on Fleming Park’s pool unlock in June, but only for a couple of hours and for certain days. The same goes for Jones Pool.
The pool at Dyess Park is not even in use.
“When I see this pool, it’s a lot of standing water in there, it’s all dirty. That’s a hazard right there. mosquitoes are breeding up in there and a lot of bugs around the area,” said Kelvin Antley, who lives a couple blocks from Dyess Park.
The pool is a sore sight for many.
Brenda Houston grew up coming to Dyess Park. She says she brings her grandkids to the park.
“I think we should have someone to care for our pool. Our family shouldn’t have to do it all. We need some help,” said Houston.
Back in November, we showed you future plans for Dyess Park. Its multi-million dollar project is funded through SPLOST funds that would involve the removal of the pool.
City leaders say construction should begin before the end of the year.
“If you think of other cities, the size of Augusta, even cities that are growing, you know, folks are utilizing splash pads more than they have been utilizing public pools. That’s why we have set aside money for a waterpark because we’re trying to expand the actual potential that we can provide,” said District 1 Commissioner Jordan Johnson.
Fleming Park’s pool will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. and Jones Pool will be open from Tuesday through Friday from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.
The Augusta Aquatics Center has an indoor pool open year-round from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m.
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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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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Shoppers in Augusta will soon lose a longtime retail option, as Lane Bryant’s store inside Augusta Mall is set to close for good this weekend.
Employees at Lane Bryant inside Augusta Mall confirmed that the store will permanently close starting Sunday, April 19.
After the closure, the nearest Lane Bryant location for customers will be in Lexington.
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