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Richmond County

Local small business uses technology to boost sales

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This week marks the 50th anniversary of National Small Business Week, a time to celebrate the role small business owners play in our economy and in our community. NBC 26 checked out one local shop to find out how they're using technology to stay competitive. More>>

National

Ruling on voter citizenship proof ensnares Ga. law

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Georgia's voter registration law requiring proof of citizenship is similar to one in Arizona that has been struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court. More>>

SC would borrow $500 Million for roads as part of budget agreement

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South Carolina would borrow up to $500 million for roads and bridges under a tentative budget agreement that a state budget conference committee has reached. The full House and Senate must approve the More>>

Richmond County

8 Year Old Published Author Video included

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At first Glance Sira Kane would appear to be just your Average fun Loving, shy 3rd grader. But at the age of 9, she is Already an accomplished author with not one, but TWO published books.
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Fort Gordon

Residents Pay Bill for Fort Gordon Garage Door Fix Video included

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Throughout the week, Fort Gordon will test a Land Mobile Radio System that emits a frequency that may cause some of you grief.
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Richmond County

Construction on Olde Town Sibley Street Project to begin after long delays Video included

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One of Augusta's oldest neighborhoods is getting a face lift after months of delays. The future of an empty lot on Sibley Street is exciting Olde Town neighbors. "An area like this has been neglected More>>

Georgia / Carolina

Compromise could provide $800M for SC roads

Legislators say a tentative agreement could provide up to $800 million for road and bridge work across South Carolina. More>>

Business / Consumer

Consumer Report 6/17/2013 with Liz Hill Video included

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From Farm to Table, the United States Department of Agriculture wants to help you buy local. Plus, parents looking for ways to avoid brain drain have some help this summer! Liz Hill reports. More>>

Local News

CSRA heat shelters help keep you cool

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There are some places in our area to go if you don't have air conditioning and need a relief from the heat. More>>

Education Watch

Ending federal oversight of the Richmond County Board of Education

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A ruling from a judge could soon end federal oversight on the Richmond County school system. More>>

Local Scene

Augusta Pride Parade returns for 4th year

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Augusta's Pride parade is coming June 21-22. More>>

Georgia / Carolina

SC lawmakers hope to pass budget this week

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A panel of House and Senate members is working to reach agreement on the state budget for the fiscal year that starts in two weeks.

The budget conference committee is expected to open its meeting Monday afternoon, following behind-the-scenes negotiations. More>>

Georgia / Carolina

Teen killed when SUV flips on Interstate 20 in SC

A South Carolina coroner says a 16-year-old is dead when a sport-utility vehicle flipped on Interstate 20, ejecting several passengers. More>>

Georgia / Carolina

Georgia responds to Supreme Court Ruling on voter registration

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States can't require voters to prove they are U.S. citizens before they can use a federal voter registration system designed to make it easier to sign up. That ruling comes today from the Supreme Court. More>>

Georgia / Carolina

Supreme Court says driver records are protected

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The justices voted 5-4 Monday in favor of South Carolina residents who objected to solicitations from lawyers to join a lawsuit against car dealers. More>>

1 dead in Jefferson County club shooting

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One person is dead following a shooting in Jefferson County. It happened just after midnight in front of Apollo Club on East 5th street in Louisville. When officers arrived on scene they found Kenneth More>>

Georgia / Carolina

South Carolina Statehouse evacuated after smoke sets off alarms

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About 20 people were evacuated from the South Carolina Statehouse for about an hour after smoke from an escalator set off alarms. More>>

News

Victim identified in weekend shooting in Louisville

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An autopsy is scheduled Monday for a man who died from a gunshot wound over the weekend. More>>

Richmond County

Camp helps Spanish kids keep up their English in summer months Video included

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The YMCA is bringing a new program to Augusta this summer to help local Spanish students remember English in the summer months.    Outside games, ice cream sundaes, and improvised plays are activities More>>

Local News

"It only takes an inch of water to drown a child," says safety expert

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This time of year it gets really hot, and that could mean an increase in time spent by the water. But before you jump in, there are some tips you need to know that could make the difference in life or More>>

Georgia - Carolina

USC dedicates former African-American school

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The University of South Carolina is marking the renovation of Booker T. Washington High School, once the largest public high school for blacks in the state. More>>

Crime Alert

Man sought in 3rd Avenue shooting now in custody

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The suspect wanted in Monday night's shooting on 3rd Avenue in Augusta is in custody. More>>

College Sports

Clemson police continue to probe damage to Howard's Rock

Clemson police continue to investigate the vandalism to Howard's Rock, the touchstone that the Tigers rub before heading down into Death Valley before each home football game. More>>

Richmond County

Three foreclosed homes reportedly burglarized for metal parts Video included

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A year into Georgia's new metal theft law, crime is on a sharp decline. Before the law, 50 to 70 air conditioning unit break-ins were reported in Richmond County during peak months. But now that the metal More>>

Columbia County

Cedar Ridge students hold "Cruizin' For Carlos" this Saturday to help raise money for classmate with Leukemia

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"Cruizin for Carlos" is a car and motorcycle show and ride aimed at helping raise money for 9- year old Carlos Garth who's battling Leukemia. It all came about from some classmates who heard about Carlos' More>>

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    Monday, June 17 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:04:34 GMT
    Georgia's voter registration law requiring proof of citizenship is similar to one in Arizona that has been struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court.
    Georgia's voter registration law requiring proof of citizenship is similar to one in Arizona that has been struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court.
  • Business / Consumer

    Monday, June 17 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:22:34 GMT
    From Farm to Table, the United States Department of Agriculture wants to help you buy local. Plus, parents looking for ways to avoid brain drain have some help this summer! Liz Hill reports.
    From Farm to Table, the United States Department of Agriculture wants to help you buy local. Plus, parents looking for ways to avoid brain drain have some help this summer! Liz Hill reports.
  • Georgia / Carolina

    Monday, June 17 2013 12:48 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:48:02 GMT
    The Supreme Court says lawyers may not obtain personal information from state driver license records to recruit clients for lawsuits.    The justices voted 5-4 Monday in favor of South Carolina residents
    The justices voted 5-4 Monday in favor of South Carolina residents who objected to solicitations from lawyers to join a lawsuit against car dealers.
  • Health Check

  • Health Check

    Friday, June 14 2013 11:12 AM EDT2013-06-14 15:12:47 GMT
    3-year-old Jameson will be donating bone marrow to his little sister, saving her life.
    Indiana 3-year-old set to become a real-life super hero by donating bone marrow that will save his sister's life. Jennie Runevitch reports.
    Indiana 3-year-old set to become a real-life super hero by donating bone marrow that will save his sister's life. Jennie Runevitch reports.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 6:12 PM EDT2013-06-13 22:12:01 GMT
    It's a problem that can creep up in the middle of the night, a troubling cough that keeps you awake. While not necessarily an "emergency," it's a problem that needs be taken care of quick.  Going to an
    It's a problem that can creep up in the middle of the night, a troubling cough that keeps you awake. While not necessarily an "emergency," it's a problem that needs be taken care of quick.  Going to an
  • Georgia - Carolina

    Thursday, June 13 2013 10:35 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:35:35 GMT
    Several lawsuits have been filed against education officials and the Department of Health and Environmental Control over a tuberculosis outbreak at a Greenwood County school.
    Several lawsuits have been filed against education officials and the Department of Health and Environmental Control over a tuberculosis outbreak at a Greenwood County school.
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  • National

    Monday, June 17 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:04:34 GMT
    Georgia's voter registration law requiring proof of citizenship is similar to one in Arizona that has been struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court.
    Georgia's voter registration law requiring proof of citizenship is similar to one in Arizona that has been struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court.
  • Georgia / Carolina

    A panel of House and Senate members is working to reach agreement on the state budget for the fiscal year that starts in two weeks.
    Legislators say a tentative agreement could provide up to $800 million for road and bridge work across South Carolina.
  • Georgia / Carolina

    Monday, June 17 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:45:21 GMT

    A panel of House and Senate members is working to reach agreement on the state budget for the fiscal year that starts in two weeks.

    A panel of House and Senate members is working to reach agreement on the state budget for the fiscal year that starts in two weeks.

    The budget conference committee is expected to open its meeting Monday afternoon, following behind-the-scenes negotiations.

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  • Richmond County

    Monday, June 17 2013 10:33 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:33:30 GMT
    "I don't think that we'd be so successful without it," added Candice Lee. For Mema Had One Co-Owner Candice Lee, her antique store off Washington Road relies on social media and not on the use of a cash
    This week marks the 50th anniversary of National Small Business Week, a time to celebrate the role small business owners play in our economy and in our community. NBC 26 checked out one local shop to find out how they're using technology to stay competitive.
  • Georgia / Carolina

    The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a child was killed when a sport-utility vehicle flipped on Interstate 20, ejecting several passengers.
    A South Carolina coroner says a 16-year-old is dead when a sport-utility vehicle flipped on Interstate 20, ejecting several passengers.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:06:37 GMT
    A 3-year-old girl who nearly drowned in Columbus County last week died in the hospital Sunday night after being taken off life-support.
    A 3-year-old girl who nearly drowned in Columbus County last week died in the hospital Sunday night after being taken off life-support.
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