Augusta, GA

Monster trucks coming to Augusta over the weekend

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2 years ago

February 2, 2024

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Monster trucks coming to Augusta over the weekend

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – It’s going to get loud at the James Brown Arena over the weekend.

You can expect flips, tricks and more.

“With the caliber of trucks that are here, I don’t think Augusta has seen this caliber, high-notch monster trucks in a long time,” said announcer Jason Ellins.

He’s looking forward to a couple of big shows.

“We’ve got six big monster trucks, we’ve got quad racing, we’ve got pit bike racing, we’ve got something for everyone,” he said.

With construction on a new James Brown Arena starting soon, this will be the last monster truck show here for a few years.

Diver Cameron Tweedy said: “Pretty bittersweet. I was actually here last year and didn’t have the best of luck, but I’m excited to be back here this year. Things might get a little slappy, and if you don’t know what that means you’re gonna have to find out for yourself.”

Tweedy didn’t further elaborate on what “slappy” means, and we’re still not sure what it means. But, we do know he loves driving a monster truck.

“You have to go into a different mindset every time you’re in there. You have 1,500 horsepower behind you, 10,000 pounds underneath you, and you’ve just got to hold on for the ride,” he said.

He showed our Will Volk his ride. It’s a climb through the side to the driver’s seat, where he has lots of things.

“The most important feature is my Taylor Swift air freshener,” he said. “That’s my good luck charm.”

They also have trucks you can ride in. Volk rode in the back of one for a preview.

The tour is ready to bring noise to this arena one last time.

There are two shows at the James Brown Arena on Saturday. The first one is at 1:30 p.m. The second one is at 7:30 p.m.

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Lane Bryant to close Augusta Mall store this weekend

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April 18, 2026

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Lane Bryant to close Augusta Mall store this weekend

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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Willie James Tanksley Obituary April 16, 2026 – G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary

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23 hours ago

April 18, 2026

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Willie James Tanksley Obituary April 16, 2026 – G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary

With deepest and heartfelt sympathy, G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Mr. Willie J. Tanksley who entered into rest April 18, 2026.

Mr. Tanksley, a native of Richmond County, was a 1985 graduate of the Academy of Richmond County. He was a member of Greater Young Zion Baptist Church where he served in the Brotherhood Ministry.

Survivors include his wife, Sabrina Tanksley; two daughters, Ashley Tanksley and Taylor Tanksley; siblings, Elise Tanksley of Augusta, GA, Wilhelmina Roland of Atlanta, GA, Terry Tanksley, Tommy Tanksley, Watler Tanksley and Elder Claude (Kimberly) Tanksley all of Augusta, GA; an aunt, Frances Tate; an uncle, James Tanksley; mother-in-law, Sandra Harrison of Beech Island, SC; father-in-law, Jimmy (Elnora) Bing; three sisters-in-law, Fonda Rainey, Nicole Harrison and Nina Bing; a brother-in-law, Eric Bing; a host of nieces , nephews, along with other loving relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Greater Young Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. William A. Blount officiating. Interment will follow at Walker Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.

The family will not be receiving visitors at the home. We ask that you continue to pray for them during this time.

Professional Services are under the compassionate care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-North Augusta.

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Funeral held for former Richmond County Sheriff Richard Roundtree

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April 17, 2026

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Funeral held for former Richmond County Sheriff Richard Roundtree

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Former Richmond County Sheriff Richard Roundtree’s funeral was held on Friday morning.

The funeral began at 11 a.m. at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, the Rev. Karlton Howard officiating.

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Interment will follow at Noah’s Ark Baptist Church Cemetery in Waynesboro.

A viewing was held on Thursday at Good Shepherd Baptist Church from 2-6 p.m.

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News 12 first learned of Roundtree’s passing on April 11. He’d been in a metro Atlanta hospital with serious medical issues.

Several people spoke during the funeral service, but one deputy in particular spoke of Roundtree’s leadership.

“He was more than a sheriff. He was an innovator. He looked for better ways to serve. He led with integrity, courage and genuine commitment,” said the deputy.

Roundtree, 57, was the head law enforcement officer in Augusta for more than a decade − and when he took office in 2012, notably no sheriff had been like him.

He was the first African American elected to the title, something he spent a career working toward.

He was highly visible in the community, where he could frequently be seen in a vest, working a crime scene along with his deputies.

Former classmate Clarence Brown said he was proud of Roundtree for his work.

“I was proud of him for, for actually, you know, getting to that level. But at the same time I realized that that’s a heavy weight, especially being from the community, um, and, and to draw in the community,” Brown said. “And so I wanted him to know that there was somebody in his corner that didn’t need anything.”

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