Augusta, GA

North Augusta wrestler signs with Newberry College

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2 years ago

March 11, 2024

North Augusta wrestler signs with Newberry College

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – North Augusta’s Nick Moore put pen to paper Sunday signing to wrestle for the Newberry Wolves.

Moore has been wrestling with the Jackets since he was an eighth grader. “We have several other kids who feel like they have to work as hard as Nick does to achieve what Nick is gonna achieve. And so by doing that by working hard, it rubs off and sets a great example for how hard he works. And by working hard, good things come,” said head coach Matt Franklin.

His hard work paid off this season. Moore finished as the Upper State Champion in Class AAAA, he placed second at the state meet.

“Everybody knew the senior season was coming for me there was expecting a good outcome. I had a decent one. Proud, not satisfied. Now I got another year coming up. And just doing this just tells everybody that like my chapter is not over,” said Moore.

The wrestler was surrounded by family, coaches and teammates as he became one of the first to sign to play at the next level for the Jackets.

“He’s my only one so I put my heart and soul in what he puts his into. He’s done great with his grades. He’s maintained two-a-days, either two practices or working out in practice or double workouts. He’s worked his butt off to get here. And I’m excited about his journey,” said his mother, Brittany Cawley.

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Protestors in downtown Augusta speak out after strikes on Iran

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15 minutes ago

March 1, 2026

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Protestors in downtown Augusta speak out after strikes on Iran

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Local protestors made their voices heard after Israel and the U.S. announced strikes on Iran Saturday, ones that killed Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reports say.

Protesters lined 13th Street in Downtown Augusta and walked across the river to North Augusta to make sure as many people as possible heard them.

50501 CSRA already had a march planned for Saturday, but in light of the strikes on Iran, decided to expand its focus.

Local leaders spoke about their concerns for the strikes, and roughly 60 people showed up to share theirs as well.

One of the event organizers said to make your voice heard your voice heard.

“Just call your people, call your representatives, if you don’t like that Iran was bombed, I don’t either. But call people and let them know, email them. Let it be relentless. Congress did not approve this. They have a say in this,” Zee Cook said.

The strike is being called “Operation Epic Fury,” with Iran responding with multiple missile and drone strikes across the Middle East.

In a social media post, President Trump said the bombing of the country will continue “as long as necessary.”

People across the world began lining the streets as well in support and against the decision.

Leaders across the world reacted to the news, including those in Georgia and South Carolina.

There’s a protest planned in Charleston and other regional cities this week.

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Lock and Dam Park closing to public for a month in Augusta

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12 hours ago

February 28, 2026

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Lock and Dam Park closing to public for a month in Augusta

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The city of Augusta announced a temporary closure of New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Park.

Closure of the park at 2105 Lock and Dam Road will allow the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to repair the lock and dam structure.

The park will be closed from March 4 to April 7.

All areas of the park will be closed.

However, the Baurle Boat Ramp will remain open and accessible to the public for fishing and boating activities.

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Augusta 911 call center earns statewide honor

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1 day ago

February 28, 2026

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Augusta 911 call center earns statewide honor

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta 911 center has been named 2025 Communications Center of the Year at the Georgia Emergency Communications Conference in Athens.

The award recognizes excellence in public safety communications, innovation, leadership and service.

The award recognizes a center that demonstrates strong performance in emergency response coordination, training, technology and community engagement.

The Augusta center was selected among agencies statewide for its consistent service, professional standards and coordination with public safety partners.

“This recognition reflects the work our team does every single day,” said Daniel R. Dunlap, 911 director. “Our communications officers are the first point of contact during some of the most difficult moments in a person’s life. They provide reassurance, direction and critical coordination until help arrives. I am incredibly proud of the dedication and strength they show.”

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