Many people across the River Region raced to local convenience stores for their chance at the luck of the draw. The mega millions topped $1 Billion Friday and some hopefuls want to do some good.
Those providing resources locally to domestic violence victims told NewsChannel 6 there was a 25 to 30 percent increase in victims in the 10 county region. Safe Homes saw 1600 victims last year. But not everyone reports.
We are in the midst of some beautiful Fall weather. Â After a cool start, expect highs to reach the mid 70s by this afternoon with plenty of sunshine. Â We copy and paste this weather into tomorrow for another fantastic day. Â Make sure you take some time outside to enjoy the amazing weather. Â Thursday, clouds start to roll in and it keeps our highs capped in the mid 60s. Â By Friday, we get our first dose of dreary Fall weather with highs in the mid 50s and widespread showers all day. Â Some rain...
AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WJFB) - November elections will be taking place in two weeks and a number of counties adding ballot items for you to vote on. In Aiken County, a continuation of a capital project sales tax will be on the ballot.
University of Georgia head football coach Kirby Smart, along with several players, previewed the upcoming game against Florida with media on Monday. The No. 7 Bulldogs take on the No. 9 Gators at 3:30 p.m. Saturday in Jacksonville.
A hit-and-run sends a 6th grader to the hospital on a stretcher after he was struck on his walk home from school. The driver of the SUV is now facing charges, but the parents of the child say those charges are not strict enough.
This week discussions for the 2019 budget get underway the Administrator's recommendations include proposals for special events, but how about Sheriff's Office raises, that were on the table last year
The Means Report has some of the brightest young minds in Augusta, Georgia and the surrounding area on the set this week. It is all about politics, folks. Timely, because here we are basically on the eve of the midterm elections. And we want to look at politics, how they are now versus perhaps how they used to be. Also, the political climate, it's different than it used to be. Is it not? Feels a little bit more heated at times, that's for sure. Especially in recent weeks. And then fact versus...
It's a frigid start to your work week as our morning temps begin in the low 30s. Â We have a Frost Advisory in effect for most of our counties until 9 AM. Â You'll probably need a coat as you walk out the door this morning. Â By the afternoon, you can ditch the coat as highs climb into the low 70s with plenty of sunshine. Â Expect sunny skies to stick around for the first half of the week with highs staying in the low 70s and lows climbing back to a more fall-like mid 40s. Â Another cold front...
The people of Thomson gathered around the dinner table to talk about what leads to youth violence and ways to prevent it. Educators, parents, community leaders and members met at Thomson High School Saturday to discuss what causes kids to participate in gang violence.  Our Children's Village, Inc. sponsored the event that brought everyone around the table for the serious discussion.  Along with why kids join gangs, students talked with key members of law enforcement and the community about...
The Salvation Army, United Way and Columbia County Community Connections will host a "Bridges Out of Poverty" workshop on Tuesday, October 23, at the Kroc Center of Augusta from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fall weather has finally arrived! Â Our weekend cold front has dropped temperatures to seasonable levels for the first time in a while. Â We're waiving goodbye to summer heat until next year. Â Highs today will max out in the mid 60s with sunny skies. Â Overnight, we have a frost advisory as lows could reach the low to mid 30s. Â It's definitely time to bring out the coats and jackets, especially to start your day. Â Expect plenty of sunshine for the first half of the week as highs top out in the...
