Augusta, GA
Biden-Harris Campaign visits Augusta for opening of new campaign office, kick off of “Seniors for Biden-Harris”
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Biden-Harris campaign made a visit to Augusta to celebrate the opening of the new Campaign office.
Sunday, the Biden-Harris campaign and the Democratic Party of Georgia opened a new campaign office and kicked off “Seniors for Biden-Harris.”
Seniors for Biden-Harris is a national organization coalition that aims to reach key communities about what is at stake for America’s senior citizens.
“Senior citizens are still a huge part of the voting bloc, and maybe every now and then they need a little nudge as to why it is so important for them to vote,” said Sarah Moody, an attendee.
The office will be dedicated to working to re-elect President Biden.
“You have to make sure that you’re actually on the group running. And so, this is kind of kicking that off,” said Harold Jones, State Senator.
Speakers also talked about wanting to protect the work the Biden administration has done for them.
“Who your President is absolutely matters, and where you know making sure that folks know that,” said Jordan Johnson, District 1 commissioner and Richmond County Party Chair. “That who you put in the White House matters because it will directly impact what comes from the federal government to support what happens on a local level.”
Attendees were there to show their support and remind the community to get out and vote and vote early.
“You want your voice heard? Go to the polls and put it in on the ballot,” said Christie Stewart, an attendee. “That’s your voice. Not talking on the corners and talking on the streets. Go early, go often, get out there and vote.”
“The key to 2020 was we had more people vote early then voted on election day,” said Franklin Delano Williams, Host Committee Local Democratic Party.
Attendees Stressing that you as a voter always have a voice– you just have to use it.
“We have a voice no matter what district you’re in or what county you’re in,” said Kay Turner, a Candidate for State House Representative 125 Columbia County. “You have a voice to speak up for yourself, to speak up for your relatives, your seniors. To speak up for women, to speak up for your children.”
The office wants to encourage those interested in helping spread the word during the election to join this office at the Augusta-Richmond County Democratic Party headquarters at 459 Broad St., Augusta, Georgia 30901. Their phone number is (706) – 722-8111.
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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