Augusta, GA
Wrestling at Augusta fairgrounds is a hit in some circles
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – If you step in the wrestling ring at the Georgia-Carolina State Fairgrounds, get ready for some big hits.
“I saw them slamming each other around and I was like, ‘Ahhh, I want to do this,’” wrestler Gracie Flores said.
Another wrestler, Duke Maddox, said: “I’ve always loved wrestling since I was in middle school. I’ve always wanted to do it, and I found a way to do it.”
CSRA Championship Wrestling gives regular people in the community a chance to become local wrestling stars.
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For this group, community is important.
They use their events, like the one they’re holding this weekend, to give back.
“Part of the proceeds are going to help a family who lost their son,” said Micheal Saint, a wrestler.
Mike Ellison helps promote the group.
IF YOU GO:
- If you want to see the action, the event is at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Georgia-Carolina State Fairgrounds, 308 Hale St. in Augusta.
“We feel that’s our calling, to try to bless somebody the way we’ve been blessed,” Ellison said.
News 12′s Will Volk has a reputation for trying new things for stories.
He put some thought into it and asked the wrestlers what to expect.
“It hurts. A lot,” Maddox said. “Your back’s gonna be hurting tomorrow, you’re gonna be sore.”
Cassius King said: “Just expect to, I guess, be taking some ibuprofen or Tylenol when you get home.”
Flores had some similar advice.
“Take an ice bath, take some Tylenol,” Flores said.
Volk decided to sit this one out.
But if you’re willing to jump right in, that means you really love it.
“I have a passion for it, so I kind of just suck it up and go with it,” Maddox said.
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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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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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