Augusta, GA

The Coolest Golf Backyards On Earth – SwingU Clubhouse

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8 months ago

May 9, 2024

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The Coolest Golf Backyards On Earth

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Step into the backyard of dreams: a golfer’s haven amidst British Columbia’s scenic landscape. MLB stars, NASCAR champions, business moguls, and top instructors have all traded ordinary lawns for lush greens, tees, and bunkers.

Explore 11 awe-inspiring backyards where dreams of perfect drives and putts come true, leaving your Kentucky bluegrass in the dust.

Dave Pelz – Austin TX

Short Game Guru Dave Pelz had his Austin Texas backyard crafted to mirror the Par 3 17th at TPC Sawgrass as well as the 12th at Augusta National.

John Smoltz – Atlanta GA

Former MLB player turned Hall-of-Fame Inductee John Smoltz is no novice when it comes to golf, and his suburban Atlanta backyard proves it boastings 3 grees and 9 tees.

Kevin Harvick – Charlotte NC

NASCAR driver and golf nut Kevin Harvick gets to play Augusta National whenever he wants in the comfort of his Charlotte NC backyard with his replica of the 12th hole at Augusta National.

Mike Fascitelli – Guilford CT

Co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks, Mike Fascitelli can find excitement in a round of golf on a picturesque par 3 right at home in Guilford, Conn. This remarkable hole offers five tees, with two extending over Long Island Sound.

Dave Stockton – Augusta GA

Having an artificial turf putting green at home is impressive, but what if it was crafted by putting expert Dave Stockton and his son Dave Jr.? Add to that the location being Augusta, Ga., and the green showcasing an Augusta National logo in its center. Wow!

Mark “Marky Mark” Wahlberg – Beverly Hills CA

The Actor, Mark Wahlberg, enjoys every golfer’s dream: a functional golf facility right in his backyard. With four greens available, he can practice shots extending up to 140 yards.

Matt Keller – Scottsdale AZ

Real Estate Mogul, Matt Keller, can enjoy his short game practice at his home in Scottsdale Arizona whenever he pleases with this amazing setup lighted up for late night chipping.

Owner Unknown – Pebble Beach CA

This stunning Pebble Beach home, located less than a mile from Cypress Point Club has views of the Pacific Ocean most dream of, oh yes and this amazing golfer’s paradise setup.

Adrian Beltre – Dallas TX

Former MLB player and the most recent MLB Hall-of-Fame inductee, Adrian Beltre, might have parted with his property featuring an incredible golfing backyard, but we suspect his new residence is equipped with a similarly fantastic setup for golf enthusiasts.

Tiger Woods – Jupiter FL

In Jupiter, Fla., Tiger Woods’ residence boasts an exceptionally secluded practice facility. Positioned near the water, its multiple tees and greens provide the 15-time major champion ample opportunity to hone every shot, regardless of prevailing wind conditions.

Owner Unknown – British Columbia, Canada

Nestled amidst the scenic lakes and hills of British Columbia, Canada, there is a mansion that boasts this backyard that features a breathtaking multi-tiered green and bunker setup that any golfer would dream of.

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Augusta, GA

Winter weather causes crashes across CSRA on slick roads

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12 hours ago

January 10, 2025

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Winter weather causes crashes across CSRA on slick roads

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Multiple cars crashed due to winter weather conditions on I-20 in the CSRA early Friday morning, according to authorities.

On I-20 in Augusta, the road conditions at the Washington Road exit were hazardous, according to our reporter on the interstate.

Our reporter saw another wreck on the Bobby Jones overpass from I-520 to I-20 at 10:35 a.m. We’ve reached out to learn more.

Across the river, on I-20 westbound just before mile marker 4, multiple vehicles were pulled over after a car carrier crash around 10 a.m. in Aiken County.

On I-20 westbound just before mile marker 4, multiple vehicles were pulled over after a car carrier crash around 10 a.m. in Aiken County.

We have reached out to learn more.

Dispatch told us crews were on the scene of a multiple-car crash on I-20 eastbound at the Walton Way extension ramp at 9:25 a.m.

Officials say at least two vehicles were involved, but more were reported, and they are unsure how many exactly.

They did however say more vehicles became involved after sliding on the road from weather conditions.

Dispatch says they are unsure of any injuries or if any lanes were blocked.

Augusta, GA

Wayfair Outlet store opens at the Augusta Exchange

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20 hours ago

January 10, 2025

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Wayfair Outlet store opens at the Augusta Exchange

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The new Wayfair outlet is now open at the Augusta Exchange.

You will be able to find furniture and home décor at the location that used to be a Buy Buy Baby store.

It’s the latest store to open in the Augusta area.

One customer we spoke with says he thinks the store will be here for a while as it brings something different to the area.

“People are here spending money and they are here to make their house look better. I never thought I would be a dude in his 40s in an outlet, me in an outlet. But I did it today and I think it’s good,” said Carlton Ferguson.

It’s welcome news for fans of the Augusta Exchange, which has seen a bevy of closures in the past couple of years, including Subway, Genghis Grill, O’Charley’s, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Buy Buy Baby and Christmas Tree Shops.

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Augusta, GA

Augusta takes step to hire full time EMA Director

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1 day ago

January 9, 2025

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Augusta takes step to hire full time EMA Director

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – There can be big time disaster emergencies in Augusta, but an emergency management director is not a full-time position for the city.

“I think lessons learned from Hurricane Helene, we desperately need it as we try to recover our city as we try to prepare from the next storm,” said Mayor Garnett Johnson.

The consolidation bill gives the mayor the authority to name an EMA director.

But for the last 20 years, the mayors have called on the fire chief to pull double duty while getting supplement pay.

But at the Mayor Johnson’s request, commissioners have approved beginning the process to hire a full time EMA director.

“You want to make sure that when disasters come, we are 100 percent fully prepared,” said Commissioner Stacy Pulliam.

“A city our size deserves someone who is full time committed to that role that helps with our storm preparedness,” said Mayor Johnson.

But when commissioners approved this year’s budget in November, funding for a new EMA director was not a part of it.

“You talking about cutting budgets but yet you’re talking about increasing personnel. It comes with a cost,” said Commissioner Tony Lewis.

“It will pay for itself as we go through this recovery for Hurricane Helene, as we try to see out grant opportunities and funding opportunities for reimbursement,” said the Mayor.

For sure the city has not seen its last emergency, now the city is seeking a permanent director to manage it.

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