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US & Canada · AugustaA lightning strike at an Army post in Georgia left one soldier dead and nine others injured Wednesday as a thunderstorm moved through the area, authorities said. The extent of the injuries to the survivors wasn’t immediately known. “It is with a heavy heart Fort Gordon confirms one of the soldiers in the lightning strike this afternoon succumbed to their injuries,” said Fort Gordon’s Deputy Public Affairs Officer Anne Bowman.See the Story
Georgia base: Lightning strike kills soldier, injures 9
40% Center coverage: 35 sources
Augusta, Georgia · AugustaJoshua Gamble, 30, of Fort Gordon, was also ordered by U.S. District Court Chief Judge J. Randal Hall to pay a fine of $5,000, to serve 20 years of supervised release after completion of his prison term, and to register as a sex offender. There is no parole in the federal system.See the Story
Former Fort Gordon soldier sentenced to prison for child porn
100% Center coverage: 4 sources
Augusta, Georgia · AugustaThe Columbia County school district is adding a digital learning day to students agenda starting September 2nd. Associate Superintendent Michele Sherman says for an half of day, all students will learn the different aspects of technology. Sherman says this is only to enhance students ability to use digital platforms. All schools will be getting renovations starting with the three oldest schools in the district.See the Story
Columbia County school district to implement digital learning day for students and more
100% Center coverage: 3 sources
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Augusta, Georgia · AugustaAUGUSTA, GA ( WJBF) -- A lack of workers who are often on the front lines is pushing state lawmakers to address a health care workforce shortage in Georgia. " Demand for health care workers is still high," Dr. Divisha Sharma, first year fellow in infectious diseases at the Medical College of Georgia said. Dr. Divisha Sharma said the shortage it is not only taking a toll on healthcare providers, but on patients and their care." Sometimes the onl…See the Story
State lawmakers leading push to address healthcare workforce shortage
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Augusta, Georgia · AugustaFlorida's teachers union said the state has more than 8,000 teaching vacancies. The School District of Palm Beach County currently has about 400 teacher openings. The district will continue hiring to bring in more teachers, as well as support staff. Florida used to be competitive in public education, but pay has slipped in the last 12 years.See the Story
Columbia County prepares to head back to school ahead of new academic year
Augusta, Georgia · AugustaEVANS, Ga. (WJBF) - A crash on Washington Road in Evans is slowing traffic.According to Columbia County dispatch, a crash at the intersection of Washington Road and Steeple Chase Way has one lane blocked in both directions.
ALSO ON WJBF: New iPhone 14 feature alerts first responders to deadly Nebraska crash Washington Road & Steeple Chase WayThere are no injuries reported, but traffic is moving slow in the area.Motorists may want to take a d…See the Story
Traffic flowing after crash results in overturned vehicle, lanes blocked
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Jon Ossoff · AugustaSenator Jon Ossoff wants to improve coverage for mental health care services. He said there is too much red tape that makes it difficult for seniors to access those needed mental health services. Veterans are at 57 percent higher risk for suicide after their service. 1 in every 10-15 veterans suffer from substance abuse, mostly due to PTSD.See the Story
Ossoff takes aim at improving access to mental health services for Georgians
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Augusta, Georgia · AugustaAn upper level Low to our north will continue to give us clouds tonight and Monday. Once the Low moves to our East, High Pressure will move in and we'll see wonderful sunshine with warmer temperatures as we move through the week. Another cold front moves in by next weekend, with another shot of cooler air.See the Story
Chief Meteorologist Tim Miller’s forecast.
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Augusta, Georgia · AugustaLoved ones of Keith Styburski searched both Richmond and Burke Counties. They looked for the 37-year-old starting from Watkins Pond Road to Knight Road along the railroad tracks he was last seen at in Hephzibah. They also looked near the McBean Package Shop off Highway 56.See the Story
Family still searching for missing Richmond County man
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Augusta, Georgia · AugustaResidents in Augusta, Georgia are concerned about the lack of maintenance on their ditches. Commissioner Dennis Williams says ditches are being cut but not as fast as he would like. "You do your job, that's all I want," said Christine Goolsby, a resident of Lionel Street.See the Story
Ditch maintenance raises Augusta resident concerns as Ian approaches
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Salvation Army · AugustaSalvation Army leaders said they are expecting to see more people needing shelter due to possible severe weather. If the Center of Hope, which can house up to 150 people, reaches capacity, the Salvation Army will work with their partners to make sure everyone has a place to stay.See the Story
Salvation Army preparing for increased need for shelter ahead of severe weather
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
