Saturday, December 7 2013 12:25 AM EST2013-12-07 05:25:08 GMT
More than two weeks after a Humane Society investigation revealed testing of dental implants on dogs at Georgia Regents University, those against the practice show no sign of letting up. They're organizingMore >>
More than two weeks after a Humane Society investigation revealed testing of dental implants on dogs at Georgia Regents University, those against the practice show no sign of letting up. They're organizing a march to the school.More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 11:22 PM EST2013-12-07 04:22:16 GMT
As the world continues to mourn the death of former South African president and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, residents right here in Augusta share their reactions."Nelson Mandela has always feltMore >>
Paine College faculty reflect on the life of Nelson Mandela.More >>
Saturday, December 7 2013 9:47 PM EST2013-12-08 02:47:31 GMT
Gen. Themba Matanzima said the family of Mandela, who became South Africa's first black president after enduring 27 years in prison for his role in fighting apartheid, would be guided by his values.More >>
Gen. Themba Matanzima said the family of Mandela, who became South Africa's first black president after enduring 27 years in prison for his role in fighting apartheid, would be guided by his values.More >>
Saturday, December 7 2013 9:15 PM EST2013-12-08 02:15:21 GMT
Over twenty businesses in downtown Aiken teamed up to encourage residents across the CSRA to shop small and keep money and jobs in the area. "It's really exciting for all the vendors and all the businessesMore >>
Over twenty businesses in downtown Aiken teamed up to encourage residents across the CSRA to shop small and keep money and jobs in the area.More >>
Saturday, December 7 2013 10:00 AM EST2013-12-07 15:00:16 GMT
(RNN) - Imagine this: two good friends traveling the country trying to dig out dusty pieces of history that you can mount on a wall. It would make a great TV show, right? (Intern whispering in my ear)More >>
Since there's already a show about a tall guy in a leather jacket and a short guy with a receding hair line trespassing in farmers' backyards, we might as well give you the next best thing.More >>
Saturday, December 7 2013 9:39 AM EST2013-12-07 14:39:04 GMT
ALBURQUERQUE, NM (KRQE/CNN) - The GED is getting a major overhaul nationwide by going completely computerized and ramping up the cost, and test-takers and critics alike aren't happy with the changes. AlmostMore >>
Almost everything about the test is changing, and people are scrambling to find any seat available at a testing center to take it. The rush started months ago. More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 11:02 PM EST2013-12-07 04:02:46 GMT
Stylists at Perry and Company said that they just wanted to boost confidence and remind these women that with or without cancer, they're beautiful.One of the women is battling ovarian cancer and today,More >>
Perry and Company hair salon and Hospice Care of America teamed up with Georgia Regent's Cancer Center to help women undergoing chemo.More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 7:22 PM EST2013-12-07 00:22:24 GMT
A disturbance involving a cab led to an off-duty Kansas City Police Department officer fatally shooting an off-duty firefighter who was celebrating his wedding.Anthony Bruno was fatally shot about 2:30More >>
Police reports released Monday say that an off-duty Kansas City firefighter celebrating his wedding was intoxicated when he beat up a cab driver and a police officer who then shot and killed the groom.More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 3:51 PM EST2013-12-06 20:51:27 GMT
(RNN) - A relatively quiet few days ahead have a pair of scheduling anomalies: Two games in conference play. Normally reserved for after the New Year, fans get their first chance to see ACC teams go headMore >>
Normally reserved for after the New Year, fans get their first chance to see ACC teams go head to head this week. More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 1:35 PM EST2013-12-06 18:35:45 GMT
(RNN) - As the curtain falls on the BCS era, the college football championship picture is, as usual, a colossal mess. But change is in the wind and relief is in sight. Sort of. Next year the championshipMore >>
This will be the last year for the much-criticized Bowl Championship Series, which has produced college football national championship games since 1998. The new College Football Playoff will be just as controversial, but much, much more lucrative. Here's a look at what the future holds.More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 10:59 AM EST2013-12-06 15:59:48 GMT
Aiken Technical College will host a Spring Admissions Fair Saturday for prospective students to learn about the college's offerings and begin the enrollment process. More >>
Aiken Technical College will host a Spring Admissions Fair Saturday for prospective students to learn about the college's offerings and begin the enrollment process. More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 9:09 AM EST2013-12-06 14:09:40 GMT
South African President Jacob Zuma thanked everyone who had sent condolences to the Mandela family. He also declared a national day of prayer and reflection for Sunday.More >>
South African President Jacob Zuma thanked everyone who had sent condolences to the Mandela family. He also declared a national day of prayer and reflection for Sunday.More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 8:03 AM EST2013-12-06 13:03:27 GMT
(RNN) - Former South African President Nelson Mandela died at the age of 95 on Thursday. Mandela was the first black president of South Africa and the first to win a fully free democratic election inMore >>
The death of Nelson Mandela, the cause of Fast and Furious star Paul Walker's death and Florida State's quarterback being cleared in a criminal investigation all made headlines this week.More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 7:33 AM EST2013-12-06 12:33:58 GMT
An Upstate woman who lost her two sons, sister and parents during a shooting at a Greenwood County home 5 weeks ago is speaking about the tragedy of losing her entire family.More >>
An Upstate woman who lost her two sons, sister and parents during a shooting at a Greenwood County home 5 weeks ago is speaking about the tragedy of losing her entire family.More >>
Friday, December 6 2013 12:29 AM EST2013-12-06 05:29:24 GMT
"This affects me because they're going to want more of my property that's on the bypass," said Myrtie Cushman. She is just one of dozens of people who showed up to express their opinions about a SouthMore >>
Myrtie Cushman is just one of dozens of people who showed up to express their opinions about a South Carolina DOT project to widen the Hitchcock Parkway corridor.More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 7:34 PM EST2013-12-06 00:34:20 GMT
Winston is the country's leading Heisman trophy candidate and would become the second freshman to win college football's most prestigious individual award.Heisman ballots are due Dec 9. Winston, a redshirtMore >>
Jameis Winston is the leading Heisman trophy candidate and could become the second freshman to win college football's most prestigious individual award. Heisman ballots are due Dec 9. More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 5:27 PM EST2013-12-05 22:27:52 GMT
(RNN) - No one tells you the "challenge" in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge is the cramping your remote hand gets from flipping through two sets of three simultaneous games in back-to-back nights. Now, we'reMore >>
It's been an exciting, confusing couple of weeks in ACC basketball. Player Power Poll has got it covered with some simple truths to straighten things out.More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 5:00 PM EST2013-12-05 22:00:50 GMT
The trial for a man charged with killing his ex-wife is scheduled for mid-January, according to the McDuffie County Clerk of Court Office. Ricky Charles Wells and his girlfriend Tina Wells are accusedMore >>
The trial for a man charged with killing his ex-wife is scheduled for mid-January, according to the McDuffie County Clerk of Court Office. More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 4:37 PM EST2013-12-05 21:37:48 GMT
(CNN) -Two million Facebook, G-mail and Twitter passwords were stolen as part of a massive computer hack. Researchers at cyber-security firm Trustwave say the data breach was the result of malware installedMore >>
Two million Facebook, Gmail and Twitter passwords were stolen as part of a massive computer hack.More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 4:37 PM EST2013-12-05 21:37:41 GMT
A Columbia County couple is facing child cruelty charges after a 10-year-old boy showed up at school with bloody bruises on his body, according to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office. More >>
A Columbia County couple is facing child cruelty charges after a 10-year-old boy showed up at school with bloody bruises on his body, according to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office. More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 4:08 PM EST2013-12-05 21:08:13 GMT
Army Corps. campgrounds on the chopping block in Lincoln County could remain open.The Board of Commissioners has agreed to lease nine campgrounds that were set to close because of budget cuts. The BoardMore >>
Army Corps. campgrounds on the chopping block in Lincoln County could remain open.More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 2:41 PM EST2013-12-05 19:41:15 GMT
(RNN) – The death of actor Paul Walker and his friend Roger Rodas on Nov. 30 took Hollywood by surprise – especially the cast of the Fast and Furious franchise. The seventh installment of the Fast andMore >>
The touching Paul Walker tribute from his Fast and Furious cast mates leads Your Week in Pop Culture.More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 1:43 PM EST2013-12-05 18:43:15 GMT
This information applies only to XFINITY Internet customers in Huntsville and Mobile, AL; Atlanta, Augusta and Savannah, GA; Central Kentucky; Maine; Jackson, MS; Knoxville and Memphis, TN; and Charleston,More >>
This information applies only to XFINITY Internet customers in Huntsville and Mobile, AL; Atlanta, Augusta and Savannah, GA; Central Kentucky; Maine; Jackson, MS; Knoxville and Memphis, TN; and Charleston, SC.More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 2:38 AM EST2013-12-05 07:38:04 GMT
"I would encourage anyone to steer away online conversations because you really don't know who you're talking to," said Richmond County Sheriff's Sgt. Shane McDaniel. Good advice after what we uncoveredMore >>
According to the affidavit, Mann and Riggs had communicated online and had arranged a meeting. What Mann didn't know, according to the document, was that Riggs had intents of robbing him.More >>
Wednesday, December 4 2013 5:39 PM EST2013-12-04 22:39:30 GMT
If you could have imagined Missouri and Auburn would play for the most prestigious conference crown in all the land, you deserve to work in Hollywood. More >>
If you could have imagined Missouri and Auburn would play for the most prestigious conference crown in all the land, you deserve to work in Hollywood.More >>
Wednesday, December 4 2013 2:57 PM EST2013-12-04 19:57:16 GMT
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will present revised plans for the widening of Hitchcock Parkway in Aiken Thursday during a public information meeting. More >>
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will present revised plans for the widening of Hitchcock Parkway in Aiken Thursday during a public information meeting. More >>
Wednesday, December 4 2013 12:18 PM EST2013-12-04 17:18:08 GMT
Rantankerous [ran-tank'uhr-us] (adjective) - A combination of rant [to speak in a wild or extravagant manner] and cantankerous [contentious, disagreeable]. The word is the only suitable description forMore >>
One year after they were forgotten and looked down upon, Missouri and Auburn provide an intriguing matchup in the SEC Championship Game.More >>
Wednesday, December 4 2013 1:31 AM EST2013-12-04 06:31:47 GMT
Dozens showed up for a conversation with Peach State legislators, including Amanda Harrell. "A lot of students from the CSRA choose to come to Georgia Regents University," she said. The outspoken activistMore >>
Dozens showed up for a conversation with Peach State legislators, including Amanda Harrell.More >>
Tuesday, December 3 2013 10:36 PM EST2013-12-04 03:36:33 GMT
The Richmond County Sheriff's Office is offering tips to shoppers this holiday season. Deputies warn, keep track of your credit cards, hold onto receipts when you make purchases and don't walk anywhereMore >>
The Richmond County Sheriff's Office is offering tips to shoppers this holiday season. Deputies warn, keep track of your credit cards, hold onto receipts when you make purchases and don't walk anywhereMore >>
Tuesday, December 3 2013 10:29 PM EST2013-12-04 03:29:43 GMT
Retired Army Lt. Col. Brian Prince is the unofficial winner in the special runoff election for Georgia House District 127.The seat was filled by the late Quincy Murphy before his death in Augusta.PrinceMore >>
Retired Army Lt. Col. Brian Prince is the unofficial winner in the special runoff election for Georgia House District 127. The seat was filled by the late Quincy Murphy before his death in Augusta. More >>
Tuesday, December 3 2013 6:44 PM EST2013-12-03 23:44:02 GMT
Currently both versions of the Tigers are on the outside looking in at the BCS national championship. The question is if either deserves to be there after a win in Atlanta.More >>
Currently both versions of the Tigers are on the outside looking in with undefeated Florida State and Ohio State taking the top two spots in the BCS standings. The question is if either deserves to be replaced in favor of the SEC champion. More >>
Tuesday, December 3 2013 4:00 PM EST2013-12-03 21:00:46 GMT
(RNN) - Imitated but never duplicated, the Big Ten/ACC Challenge offers some of the best out-of-conference action college basketball has to offer every year. The 15th incarnation of the showcase is noMore >>
The contests, held Tuesday and Wednesday, feature the top 12 from the ACC, based on last year's RPI, facing all of the Big Ten teams.More >>
Tuesday, December 3 2013 6:00 AM EST2013-12-03 11:00:09 GMT
So, if you're interested in the SEC championship game and want to keep up with all the goings on in Atlanta this week, here are some 140-character factories that will keep you up to date.More >>
So, if you're interested in the SEC championship game and want to keep up with all the goings on in Atlanta this week, here are some 140-character factories that will keep you up to date with everything you need to know and humor you didn't know you needed.More >>
Monday, December 2 2013 11:28 PM EST2013-12-03 04:28:29 GMT
(KTLA/CNN) - Police are investigating the possibility that another car was involved in the fiery car crash that killed actor Paul Walker on Saturday. Investigators got a tip suggesting the red PorscheMore >>
Investigators say there is no evidence to support the possibility that another car was involved in the fiery car crash that killed actor Paul Walker on Saturday.More >>
Monday, December 2 2013 8:24 PM EST2013-12-03 01:24:09 GMT
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office dispatch center confirms a high-speed chase has ended in Richmond County.An official told WFXG via phone that Columbia County deputies were involved in the chase asMore >>
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office dispatch center confirms a high-speed chase has ended in Richmond County.More >>
Monday, December 2 2013 12:17 PM EST2013-12-02 17:17:56 GMT
(CNN) - If Black Friday crowds were just too much, or Black Friday deals just weren't enough, shoppers can rejoice in another big day on the retail calendar. There are some tips and tricks for shoppingMore >>
If Black Friday crowds were just too much, or Black Friday deals just weren't enough, shoppers can rejoice in another big day on the retail calendar.
Monday, December 2 2013 10:13 AM EST2013-12-02 15:13:59 GMT
Richland County Sheriff's deputies say two brothers got into an argument over dinnerware and one brother ended up stabbing the other.Deputies were called to a home on Lakeridge Parkway just after 6 p.m.More >>
Richland County Sheriff's deputies say two brothers got into an argument over dinnerware and one brother ended up stabbing the other.More >>
Sunday, December 1 2013 10:45 PM EST2013-12-02 03:45:26 GMT
Experts are warning online shoppers that scammers, cyber thieves, and hackers are targeting Cyber Monday shoppers.As the in store holiday shopping frenzy winds down shoppers are cozying up with their computers,More >>
Experts are warning online shoppers that scammers, cyber thieves, and hackers are targeting Cyber Monday shoppers.As the in store holiday shopping frenzy winds down shoppers are cozying up with their computers,More >>
Sunday, December 1 2013 7:30 PM EST2013-12-02 00:30:53 GMT
The Southeast Paralyzed Veterans of America kicked off their motorcycles at the Augusta History Museum Sunday for Christmas house, a program that makes sure every family on Fort Gordon has Christmas eachMore >>
The Southeast Paralyzed Veterans of America kicked off their motorcycles at the Augusta History Museum Sunday for Christmas house, a program that makes sure every family on Fort Gordon has Christmas each year.More >>
Sunday, December 1 2013 2:00 PM EST2013-12-01 19:00:09 GMT
As freezing temperatures move in during the winter months, officials are asking residents to turn off sprinkler systems with automatic timers set to run overnight.More >>
As freezing temperatures move in during the winter months, officials are asking residents to turn off sprinkler systems with automatic timers set to run overnight.More >>
Sunday, December 1 2013 1:04 PM EST2013-12-01 18:04:31 GMT
TORONTO, Canada (CBC News/CNN) - They can be tacky, cheerful, unusual, and downright hideous, but ‘tis the season for the ugly Christmas sweater. The ugly Christmas sweater has become a trend to wear atMore >>
Themed parties and vintage stories are among the things that have made ugly sweaters trendy.More >>
Sunday, December 1 2013 7:43 AM EST2013-12-01 12:43:19 GMT
(RNN) – Do you hear that? I think the fat lady is beginning to warm up her pipes. The college football season is just a few weeks from bowl season. But before we get to bowl season, the cream of the conferenceMore >>
The college football season is just a few weeks away from bowl season. But before we get to bowl season, the cream of the conference crop must beat one more team.More >>
Sunday, December 1 2013 6:21 AM EST2013-12-01 11:21:09 GMT
(RNN) - Paul Walker, the actor whose stardom catapulted with the Fast and Furious movie franchise, died Saturday in a car crash. He was 40 years old. Walker had parts in notable films before joining theMore >>
Walker, who had been filming the seventh movie in the "Fast and Furious" franchise, died in a car crash while attending an event for his charity organization, according to his publicity team. More >>
Saturday, November 30 2013 10:36 PM EST2013-12-01 03:36:41 GMT
North Augusta Public Safety confirmed that a police chase ended in a crash at the intersection of Five Notch Road and Georgia Avenue. North Augusta Public Safety said that they intercepted the police chaseMore >>
North Augusta Public Safety confirmed that a police chase ended in a crash at the intersection of Five Notch Road and Georgia Avenue. North Augusta Public Safety said that they intercepted the police chaseMore >>
Saturday, November 30 2013 10:23 PM EST2013-12-01 03:23:01 GMT
Just weeks after the controversy over the Georgia Regents University's use of dogs in experiments, local organizations held a candlelight vigil in honor of the animals. The Human Society blasted the localMore >>
Just weeks after the controversy over the Georgia Regents University's use of dogs in experiments, local organizations held a candlelight vigil in honor of the animals.More >>
Saturday, November 30 2013 5:17 PM EST2013-11-30 22:17:06 GMT
Karen Willis is visiting family for Thanksgiving. But leftovers aren't being eaten around the house until she's sure they were put away correctly."We sealed it up. When we got ready to eat again, we madeMore >>
Karen Willis is visiting family for Thanksgiving. But leftovers aren't being eaten around the house until she's sure they were put away correctly."We sealed it up. When we got ready to eat again, we madeMore >>
Saturday, November 30 2013 10:00 AM EST2013-11-30 15:00:16 GMT
(RNN) - A head coach is a noble position, one of authority and leadership - unless you do something the entire world can see is horribly, terribly wrong.Enter Jason Kidd, who the NBA just fleeced for $50,000More >>
There is no shortage of videos documenting the humanity-lowering, sadistic hoarding of goods every year on the day after Thanksgiving.More >>
Friday, November 29 2013 10:09 PM EST2013-11-30 03:09:24 GMT
The Georgia State Patrol troopers stood in the cold for six hours collecting toys and money for less fortunate families in the CSRA. "It shows that law enforcement and troopers specifically do more thanMore >>
The Georgia State Patrol troopers stood in the cold for six hours collecting toys and money for less fortunate families in the CSRA.More >>
Friday, November 29 2013 10:02 PM EST2013-11-30 03:02:16 GMT
If you are looking for a safe way to dispose that cooking oil you used for your holiday meals, you may be in luck. One Aiken man said he has a sure way to turn old oil into something useful."We think weMore >>
If you are looking for a safe way to dispose that cooking oil you used for your holiday meals, you may be in luck. An Aiken man says he has a sure way to turn old oil into something useful.More >>
Friday, November 29 2013 9:11 PM EST2013-11-30 02:11:28 GMT
Troopers said they are investigating a fatal, single-car crash in Oconee County that killed a 14-year-old driver and injured two other teens early Friday morning.More >>
Troopers said they are investigating a fatal, single-car crash in Oconee County that killed a 14-year-old driver and injured two other teens early Friday morning.More >>
Friday, November 29 2013 9:32 AM EST2013-11-29 14:32:34 GMT
(RNN) - Black Friday is a hectic day even for the most hardcore holiday shoppers. What's the best way to get through myriad of holiday deals, long lines and crazy store hours? If you have a smartphoneMore >>
There are many smartphone apps available to help get you through the busy holiday shopping season with ease.More >>
Friday, November 29 2013 8:00 AM EST2013-11-29 13:00:18 GMT
(RNN) - Nasty weather hampered holiday travel across the U.S. this week. Snow blanketed parts of the Midwest and Northeast, which also saw strong wind gusts. More than 6,000 flights were delayed and moreMore >>
Nasty weather during holiday travel, the official report on the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting and Thanksgiving caught our eye this week.More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 1:31 PM EST2013-12-05 18:31:24 GMT
(RNN) - Vanderbilt starts a five-game home stand against 4-3 Marshall on Thursday night. Both teams are trying to regain their equilibrium after tough road losses. The Commodores are 4-3 after a 70-64More >>
Vanderbilt and Marshall are both coming off disappointing losses as the Thundering Herd comes to Nashville. More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 1:08 AM EST2013-12-05 06:08:30 GMT
A little girl from Alabama found herself the unexpected center of attention Wednesday while visiting the White House. Ashtyn Gardner, 2, was enjoying the decorations while President Obama's two dogs, BoMore >>
A little girl from Alabama found herself the unexpected center of attention Wednesday while visiting the White House. More >>
Wednesday, December 4 2013 12:31 PM EST2013-12-04 17:31:28 GMT
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In what's being called an outrageous form of generosity. Across the country, someone, using the reference 'Tips for Jesus' has been leaving tips of enormous proportions to the delight of servers. A recordMore >>
In what's being called an outrageous form of generosity. Across the country, someone, using the reference 'Tips for Jesus' has been leaving tips of enormous proportions to the delight of servers. A recordMore >>
Wednesday, December 4 2013 12:42 AM EST2013-12-04 05:42:35 GMT
MADISON COUNTY, KY (WAVE) – A mother is facing charges after she allegedly left her children in a bedroom with drugs and a corpse. According to Richmond police, around 8:30 a.m. on November 30 officersMore >>
According to Richmond police, around 8:30 a.m. on November 30 officers responded to a home in Dixie Plaza on a report a 24-year-old man had overdosed.More >>
Tuesday, December 3 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-12-04 03:30:20 GMT
The Ohio Prison Systems hired two experts who say in a new report that the deaths of Ariel Castro and Billy Slagle were suicides and were not accidents.More >>
The Ohio Prison Systems hired two experts who say in a new report that the deaths of Ariel Castro and Billy Slagle were suicides and were not accidents.More >>
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration told legislators that autonomous vehicles aren't ready to operate on public roads, except in test situations. More >>
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration told legislators that autonomous vehicles aren't ready to operate on public roads, except in test situations.More >>
Evangelist Franklin Graham prayed on a sidewalk outside the Pentagon Thursday after his invitation to a prayer service inside was withdrawn because of comments that insulted people of other religions. More>>
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