Augusta, GA
Augusta Transit launches first electric transit buses in the CSRA
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)- Augusta Transit will be hosting a ribbon cutting for the official launch into regular service of battery electric buses.
It’s the first transit agency in the CSRA with electric transit buses.
This is all a part of Green Augusta initiative, transitioning twenty percent of its non emergency vehicles to zero emission by 2030.
There will be five battery electric transit buses used in Augusta, providing cleaner air, lower operating cost, better performance and improved riding experiences.
The drivers are specifically trained to drive these buses for more efficient battery use.
Augusta Transit’s deputy director says the buses won’t run out of battery because they are monitored at all times.
“It’s monitored in real time. I’d be up to monitor it. We have dispatch staff who’ve been monitoring it transmits a lot of information. One of the information it transmits is the how it’s using the battery, how the driver, the bus operator was actually operating the bus,” said Dr. Oliver Page.
He also, said only four routes will be initially taken to begin with.
“We have assigned four routes. Route three, the Gold Line, East Augusta. Route five, the Green Line, Washington Road. Route seven, The Pink Line, Augusta Mall. And Route eight, The Orange Line, Barton Chapel.”
These buses will begin its routes starting Monday October 20th.
The ribbon cutting will be held here at Augusta Transit today at noon.
Augusta, GA
10th annual Juneteenth Augusta Festival draws crowds despite heat
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The 10th annual Juneteenth Augusta Festival brought families to the Augusta Fairgrounds on Friday despite the muggy heat.
Cultural and community-focused events, live music performances and food trucks were available at the celebration.
Tonia Hill, attending the Juneteenth celebration, said she loves the holiday and is supporting the community, though she acknowledged the weather conditions.
“I love Juneteenth. And I’m supporting everybody. It’s hot. It’s hot. It’s hot,” Hill said.
The festival runs until 10 p.m.
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Augusta, GA
Augusta Dream Center sees surge in families needing food as summer begins
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Dream Center is seeing more families turn to its food pantry this summer as children lose access to school lunches.
Organizations like the Augusta Dream Center see a surge in families who relied on school lunches during the academic year, according to Hallie Kohan, assistant director.
“We see a lot more families that have young kids who are in need that simply don’t have those meals they are normally getting,” Kohan said. “We see an influx of families that come through.”
Demand is up, but the food supply is not keeping pace.
“Right now we are having some food distribution issues so while we are seeing an increase in families, we are seeing a decrease in the amount of food coming through our doors,” Kohan said.
The center is asking the community to host food drives or donate kid-friendly items such as mac and cheese and oatmeal.
Every Sunday the Dream Center opens its doors for a hot meal, serving as many as 120 people.
“Families can come in and get their hot meal. They sit down, it’s dignified, it’s a diner,” Kohan said. “It’s a welcoming experience for kids to come in and not feel like they are in need.”
No paperwork is required to receive help.
“Just because you think someone is in a great situation, in today’s economy you never know,” Kohan said. “It could be your neighbor, mom, or best friend.”
The Augusta Dream Center food pantry is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Hot meals are served Sundays from 5 to 6 p.m.
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Augusta, GA
Progress continues on James Brown Linear Park in downtown Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Construction continues on the James Brown Linear Park in downtown Augusta, with ceiling tiles now installed inside the park structures.
The tiles feature designs showcasing the Godfather of Soul from different years in his career.
According to the city, the completed park will include an interactive water feature that will “dance” to Brown’s greatest hits. A statue of the music icon will return to a new stage at the park.
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