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News Summary Hawthorne Welcher, Augusta’s Housing and Community Development Director, resigned following a suspension and an FBI investigation into the mismanagement of over $6 million
News Summary Augusta, Georgia, is embroiled in an FBI investigation regarding approximately $6.5 million in COVID-relief funds allegedly mismanaged by the Housing and Community Development
News Summary Dr. Thomas Jui-ting Yeh, a distinguished cardiothoracic surgeon renowned for pioneering open-heart surgery in Savannah, passed away at the age of 96. Born
News Summary Constance Yvonne Anderson Collier, a cherished nurse and music lover, passed away at 76 surrounded by family. Known for her dedication to nursing
News Summary Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, which has spread to the bone. The diagnosis complicates his health management as
News Summary A motorcyclist sustained injuries after colliding with a vehicle on Deans Bridge Road early Saturday morning. Emergency responders transported the victim to a
News Summary North Augusta is embroiled in a heated debate over a proposed mental health and substance use treatment facility at the former Belvedere United
News Summary The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office pays tribute to retired Lieutenant Jackey Klaus while also celebrating the life-saving actions of current officers. Recent heroic
News Summary Scott Hudson, an editorial page editor, shares his inspiring journey battling stage 4 cancer, from diagnosis to miraculous recovery. His story highlights resilience
News Summary Recent restaurant inspections conducted by the Georgia Department of Public Health in Richmond and Columbia counties highlighted both the best and worst in
