Chris Guardaro
WJBF
Augusta, GA, United States
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Loose pythons, Hephzibah woman searches for lost pets
14 Ball Pythons may be on the loose in the Woodlake Subdivision. Augusta Animal Control begins search. → Read More
Columbia County leaders to vote on Hardy McManus Road proposal
The Columbia County Commission is set to make a final decision on the proposed subdivision entrance on Hardy McManus Road. → Read More
North Augusta Forward proposes Greeneway expansion into downtown
The North Augusta Forward Group is looking to connect two of the main attractions to the city; the Greeneway and downtown area. They proposed a 2.8 million dollar Greeneway extension to city leaders that they hope will spur North Augusta's retail growth. → Read More
Boys and Girls Club breaks ground on new Harrisburg building
The Boys and Girls Club building on Division Street is set to be completely rebuilt. → Read More
Georgia public school students will take less state-mandated exams
Some of the area’s students are spending less time studying for exams and more time learning this school year. → Read More
Richmond County schools hastily fix bus problems
Last year, parents called WJBF about early pick up times and late drop offs. So we decided to check up on the bus system. → Read More
AU gum health researcher chimes in on whether you should floss
For years we’ve been told how important it is to floss every day. Now, the federal government has removed flossing from its dietary guidelines sparking a nation-wide argument. → Read More
North Augusta woman leads officers in prayer each morning
A North Augusta woman is holding special prayer services for her city’s officers each morning. → Read More
Retailers stock up for sales tax free weekend
Local retailers are getting ready for Georgia’s sales tax free weekend this Saturday and Sunday. → Read More
North Augusta may be losing out on Nike Nationals' economic impact
The Nike Nationals girl’s high school basketball tournament is set to begin Wednesday. The competition brings about 5,000 people to North Augusta and $3 million in economic impact. North Augusta could be losing out on some of the money the tournament generates. → Read More
District 24 primary runoff election heats up
A special runoff election is being held Tuesday for Georgia State Senate District 24. The May 24th contest was too close to call between Republican’s Lee Anderson and Greg Grzybowski. → Read More
Local DNC delegates head to Philadelphia
With the Democratic National Convention kicking off this week, several local delegates have made their way to Philly. We talked with a few of them about what they hope to experience this week. → Read More
Augusta Southern Nationals lure crowd, commerce
Crews are gearing up for the Augusta Southern Nationals Boat Drag Races that will take place this weekend. → Read More
I-20 bridges to be replaced in massive, two-state project
The Departments of Transportation in Georgia and South Carolina are set to sign an agreement Wednesday that will fund a plan to replace the 1-20 bridges across the Savannah River and Augusta Canal. → Read More
Commission divided on new Riverwalk police sub-station
After last week’s shooting, city leaders are discussing whether to increase law enforcement presence downtown. → Read More
Peach Jam basketball tournament boosts local economy
For the next five days high school coaches and players will dazzle visitors with top tier talent, but local businesses are set to score big as well. → Read More
Augusta Canal draining starts Tuesday
If you’re traveling downtown this week, you might smell something different. The Augusta Canal will start draining Tuesday. → Read More
Aiken veteran starts booming t-shirt company, hopes to hire disabled vets
An Aiken veteran is trying to bring back the pride in service one t-shirt at a time. Beware of Grunt or BOG Veteran Wear is now catching national attention. → Read More
Georgia launches ‘Drive Sober’ campaign during Independence Day weekend
This weekend, The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety and Georgia State Patrol are teaming up for the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” program. → Read More
Concerned Harrisburg residents protest Mercy Ministries location
A group that helps the homeless in an inner city neighborhood, is coming under fire. → Read More