Augusta, GA
Grease build-up causes sewage overflow, impacting water supply in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Utilities Department has disclosed the reason behind a sewage overflow that took place last month in Richmond County.
According to a report released by the department, grease was identified as the cause of the minor sewage spill, which impacted water in Butler Creek on June 30th. The affected areas included Rosier Road and Elliot Boulevard.
The Augusta Utilities Department stated that crews managed to address and resolve the issue in less than an hour.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – An 86-year-old Augusta woman died after a two-vehicle crash Saturday night at the intersection of Walton Way and 7th Street.
According to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the crash around 9:50 p.m.
A preliminary investigation found a vehicle traveling west on Walton Way attempted to turn left onto 7th Street and entered the path of an eastbound vehicle traveling through the intersection. The two vehicles collided.
The Richmond County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Carolyn Fletcher, 86, of Augusta. Fletcher was a passenger in the eastbound vehicle and was taken by EMS to Wellstar MCG Hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 10:41 p.m.
An autopsy has been scheduled.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Division is continuing to investigate the crash.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Museum of History is hosting a series of exhibits tied to America’s 250th anniversary, including a LEGO display featuring notable moments in American and Augusta history.
The LEGO exhibit includes a bald eagle and a replica of Atlanta’s Capitol, among other items. A separate special exhibit is located in another wing of the museum, and smaller exhibits are displayed throughout the building.
Nancy Glaser, executive director of the Augusta Museum of History, said the goal is for visitors to leave with an appreciation for the country and a positive experience.
“How great America is, probably more than anything,” Glaser said. “A big smile on their face that they had a good time. It’s fun. It’s just fun. We want people to enjoy themselves when they’re here. So it’s just not about our train and not just about Augusta history, which is important, but it’s about the bigger picture. And that’s one of the things that we’re able to present right now.”
The America 250 exhibits are free to view this weekend.
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