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New restaurants: 4 BBQ hot spots in GA among Southern Living's top 16

Sept. 15, 2026, 5:08 a.m. ET Georgians love when they get new restaurants. But are they any good? There are four that have met that mark and more. Last week, Southern Living released its list of the top 16 barbecue spots opened within the last two years …

VA awards $60M to fight veteran homelessness in Georgia, South Carolina

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Department of Veterans Affairs is sending more than $43 million to Georgia and $17 million to South Carolina to help veterans who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing. The announcement came a day after Augusta …

Repair deadline passes at Augusta complex cited for 66 code violations

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDWWAGT) — A 30-day deadline for property owners at Brook Landing to fix code violations expired Monday, following a 12 On Your Side Investigates report last month on apartment complexes operating without business licenses. City building …

Arts in the Heart returns to Augusta this weekend at new location

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Arts in the Heart Festival returns to Augusta this weekend. The event will be held at the Augusta Exchange Fairgrounds this year due to ongoing downtown construction. The festival will feature a global food village with …

Augusta leaders approve data center rules despite push from residents

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - After nearly two hours of debate and public pressure for tougher safeguards, Augusta commissioners voted Tuesday to approve a new data center ordinance without adding last-minute changes they had just spent the afternoon …

Lowe’s helps install pod plazas at Augusta tiny home community

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta’s tiny home community is growing. Lowe’s is helping install two new pod plazas at Bridge Builder’s tiny home community for young adults aging out of foster care. The Lowe’s team, which helped make the project possible …

Another man questioned over fatal shooting in Augusta

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Richmond County deputies have questioned a man they had been seeking in connection with a homicide on Hines Street earlier this year. Horace Eugene Wesby Jr., 21, had been wanted for questioning in the case, according to the …

2026 AGC Georgia Skills Challenge Series returns to Rome in October

-News Release- The Associated General Contractors of Georgia (AGC Georgia) is proud to announce the dates for the 2026 Skills Challenge Series, a premier workforce development event designed to showcase the skills and talents of construction students from …

VA awards $43M to fight veteran homelessness in Georgia

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Department of Veterans Affairs is sending more than $43 million to Georgia to help veterans who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing. The VA announced Tuesday that it has awarded $43,277,657 in grants to 21 …

Georgia has 3 of the best lakes in America for fall foliage

Sept. 15, 2026, 6:07 a.m. ET Fall foliage season is approaching in Georgia, and one of the state's best-known lakes has landed at the top of a national ranking. Lake Lanier was ranked the No. 1 lake in the United States for fall foliage, according to …

Georgia Trend Daily – Sept. 15, 2026

Sept. 15, 2026 Valdosta Daily Times Staff reports that Dr. Ellis Heath, professor of economics and head of the Department of Economics and Finance at Valdosta State University, recently presented a macroeconomic outlook to peanut industry leaders during …

It was a good weekend for some Georgia Lottery players

ATLANTA - It was a very good weekend to be holding the right lottery ticket in Georgia. Players from Augusta to Atlanta and Columbus collected some serious cash, including one lucky player who walked away with $1 million. And that wasn't the only big …

Over 74,000 Ga. truck drivers celebrated for moving goods across the state

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is recognizing the nearly 75,000 professional drivers who keep goods moving across Georgia. Their impact is especially visible at the Port of Savannah, which handled nearly 5.7 million …

South Augusta YMCA arranges care for every kid after closure

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - After nearly 20 years, the Augusta South Family YMCA is closing its doors. However, leaders with the Family YMCA say child care programs will continue at other sites. Tyron Ashley, director of Family YMCA Primetime, said his …

Augusta lottery player wins $1M; another ticket garners $297K

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta lottery players won big in the past few days, getting more than $1.35 million in prizes. A $1 million local winner claimed their prize on Friday and purchased the lucky ticket at Richmond Hill Market, 512 Richmond …

Northwest Georgia Skills Challenge Set for Oct. 22 in Rome

ROME– High school students from across Northwest Georgia will test their construction skills in Rome on Thursday, Oct. 22. The Northwest Georgia Skills Challenge will take place at The Forum River Center at 301 Tribune St. It is part of the Associated …

Psychedelic medication researcher joins Medical College of Georgia to study human behavior change

Psychedelic medication for mental illness may be on the market within the next year, according to Matthew Johnson, a nationally recognized expert in psychedelic research who joined the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University. His studies will …

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Augusta task force releases 2026 homeless count

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The number of homeless Augustans counted in this year’s “point in time” count decreased according to the city’s homeless task force. The annual “point in time” count in January found 375 homeless people in Richmond County, …

MEDIA ADVISORY - Thousands to Rally Across From UN: Stop Executions, Support Democratic Change in Iran

Iranian Americans to Gather as World Leaders Confront an Unresolved Iran Crisis NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As world leaders gather during the United Nations General Assembly, thousands of Iranian …

Travel + Leisure Names Cullman Christkindlmarkt One of America's Top Christmas Markets

Travel + Leisure named Cullman Christkindlmarkt one of the top 10 Christmas markets in the U.S. for 2026, the only Southern market to earn a spot on the list. CULLMAN, AL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The only Southern …

H.E. Mohammed Al-Jadaan, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Finance, Opens Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh

• Minister of Finance and Chairman of FSDP underlines Kingdom's financial sector resilience and ability to support new markets RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- • Minister of Finance and Chairman of FSDP …

Russells YELLOW Founder Raises Concerns Over Growing Power of Russells YELLOW

As technology leaders warn that innovation may be advancing too quickly, one Florida-based real estate platform is asking difficult questions of its own. PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As leaders across …

Celebrity Scares Announces Star-Studded Lineup: Chris Jericho, Shawnee Smith, Kane Hodder, Bill Moseley & More

New series pairs candid celebrity conversations with immersive journeys through some of America’s most terrifying haunted attractions NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Halloween season, some familiar …

Three 121 Mining Investment Events Named B2i Digital Featured Conferences

Focused Networking sessions Put Mining Company Management Teams in Front of Institutional Investors, Family Offices and Private Equity Groups NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- B2i Digital, Inc. is featuring 121 Mining …

Adam Wa Mishmish Brings Beloved Arabic-Language Children's Entertainment to U.S. with Six-City Live Music Tour

Global preschool brand with 1.1M+ YouTube subscribers brings music, characters and joyful Arabic storytelling to six major U.S. markets LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Adam wa Mishmish, a pioneering …

Ron Viejo de Caldas llevó el espíritu de Colombia al corazón de New York Fashion Week

Ron Viejo de Caldas, “The Rum of Colombia”, llevó su origen colombiano y esencia andina a The Plaza, uno de los escenarios más emblemáticos de Nueva York. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- De los Andes …

Dois Projetos Brasileiros São Finalistas do Premios Verdes 2026 no Equador

Projetos do Rio de Janeiro e de Fortaleza unem restauração ambiental, reintegração social e economia circular. CUENCA, AZUAY, ECUADOR, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iniciativas desenvolvidas no Rio de Janeiro e em Fortaleza estão entre os 52 …

Jack Brewer Foundation Fathers Reach Families More Than Half a Million Times From Behind Bars

Over 3 years, JBF fathers made 343,004 calls, 152,166 letters and 24,758 visits, with 90%+ reporting stronger family connections. PLANTATION , FL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jack Brewer Foundation Fathers Reach …

Woody Auction's October 17 auction will feature a Tiffany Studios 'Peony' table lamp, Wave Crest, carnival glass, more

Also offered: French and English cameo art glass, Loetz, plated amberina, Greentown chocolate glass, sterling flatware, a biscuit jar collection, fine furniture DOUGLASS, KS, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Woody Auction’s Art …

Impact Artist Ekaterina Sky Announces Prayer for the Earth Exhibition in Beverly Hills

October exhibition brings together art, prayer and a mission to protect our planet BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Impact Artist Ekaterina Sky will bring Prayer for the Earth to Beverly Hills this October, a …

GUITARS FROM ROCK & ROLL HISTORY AMP UP MUSIC AUCTION

Guitars from & used by Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Radiohead, Elvis Presley, Mötley Crüe & Pink Floyd spotlighted in Propstore’s Music Auction. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Propstore, one of …

3 Ways Construction Causes 30% to 50% Root-Mass Loss and Silent Decline in Mature Trees Across 3 Counties

Uncover how construction and soil compaction cause silent decline in mature urban trees and learn vital pre-construction root preservation protocols. VISALIA, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A massive wave of …

Cornerstones of Maine Hosts Advanced ERP Training for OCD Treatment, Bringing Together Regional Clinical Leaders

Clinical Directors from Cornerstones of Maine completed a two-day, 12-CE training in Exposure and Response Prevention, hosted at their Biddeford campus. BIDDEFORD, ME, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cornerstones of Maine …

Athena Aftercare Launches GoFundMe Campaign to Bring a New Digital Support Tool to Breast Cancer Survivors

Survivor-led startup launches “Five for Athena” campaign to fund the design and development of its first app-store release CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Athena Aftercare, a new digital platform created …

DE SABERES ANCESTRALES A INTELIGENCIA ARTIFICIAL: 52 PROYECTOS DIBUJAN EL NUEVO MAPA DE LA INNOVACIÓN AMBIENTAL EN LATAM

Los finalistas de Premios Verdes 2026 reúnen soluciones de 12 países que combinan ciencia, conocimiento local, tecnología y nuevos modelos productivos. CUENCA, AZUAY, ECUADOR, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sistemas ancestrales para …

AOJ Language School Releases 2026 Fall Semester Information Session Video on YouTube Channel

AOJ Language School has released a video of its online school information session on YouTube for Japanese language learners considering enrollment. KOTO, TOKYO, JAPAN, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Attain Online Japanese (AOJ) …

ACTALL Appoints Barry Prestage as Business Development Director to Support Growth in Secure Location Solutions

Industry veteran brings three decades of integration, technical sales and business development experience as ACTALL expands in secure and complex environments DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Actall Corporation …

Hilton Tax & Wealth Advisors Launches Year-End Tax Planning Initiative for Business Owners and High-Income Professionals

Firm Offers Complimentary Copy of The Tax-Free Business Owner as Year-End Tax Planning Season Begins ALPHARETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the end of the year approaching, Hilton Tax & Wealth Advisors …

Propane Sauna Heater Requiring No Electricity or Permits: SaunaLife TITAN Arrives at SaunaHeaters.com

New propane sauna heater and gas sauna heater from SaunaLife needs no electricity or permits. Now available at SaunaHeaters.com. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SaunaHeaters.com, an authorized dealer of …

New Book Gives San Francisco Home Buyers a Practical Guide to Winning in a Competitive Market

Second edition of Insider's Guide to Home Buying gives Bay Area buyers a framework for evaluating property and competing in a fast moving market. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shawn Kunkler, a San …

TypeSite.io Launches Flat-Fee Facebook and Instagram Ads Service After Building Its 2,200th Small Business Website

St. Petersburg, Fla. — September 15, 2026 — TypeSite.io, a done-for-you marketing company for small local businesses and a Meta Business Partner, today announced the public launch of its Facebook and Instagram ads management service, available now at …

Intelus Agency Launches OutsourceIQ™, an AI-Powered Tool That Helps Business Owners Identify What to Outsource

New free tool analyzes a business owner’s workload, recommends tasks to delegate, identifies the right remote role, and estimates potential time savings. ATHENS, AL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Intelus Agency, a U.S. based …

Christian Briggs Examines Financial Privacy and Banking Risks in New 'On The Record' Episode

SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Christian Briggs Examines Financial Privacy and Banking Risks in New “On The Record” Episode The episode explores digital payment systems, economic instability, and Briggs’s …