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Oil platform explodes in Gulf of Mexico

Last Updated: 11:48 AM 09/02/10 - The Coast Guard has been called to an oil platform explosion about 80 miles south of Vermilion Bay off the coast of Louisiana.

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UPDATE: Business owner attacked at Lotto Express during robbery

Last Updated: 10:42 AM 09/02/10 - An Augusta businesswoman is in the hospital after being attacked during a robbery at the Lotto Express on 13th Street Wednesday night. Investigators say the suspect stole money and is on the run this morning.

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Waynesboro police officer arrested for racing

Last Updated: 11:39 AM 09/02/10
Waynesboro Police officer was arrested after troopers say he was racing with another vehicle that ended up flipping over and crashing.

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Rough seas expected off Georgia from hurricane

Last Updated: 11:08 AM 09/02/10
The National Weather Service is warning of some rough conditions off the Georgia coast in the Savannah area from Hurricane Earl.

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Recall Alert: Kia recalling Soul, Sorento autos for wiring fix

Last Updated: 10:59 AM 09/02/10
Kia Motors is recalling about 35,000 Soul and Sorento vehicles to fix wiring in the interior lighting panels that could lead to fires.

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DNA links man to car break-ins

Last Updated: 10:46 AM 09/02/10
The Waynesboro Police Department is looking for Clarence Coleman who is accused of breaking into several cars in Waynesboro.

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Armed robber hits Harlem convenience store

Last Updated: 10:49 AM 09/02/10
Officers in Harlem are looking for the man who robbed the Jet Food Store at 345 W. Milledgeville Road at gunpoint.

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	Stolen card from West Lake theft used in Beech Island 1 Comment Last Updated: 10:20 AM 09/02/10 - This is a photograph of a vehicle where the driver used a stolen credit card at Todd's Store in Beech Island. (Full Story)
	Suspect in hit and run arrested 0 Comments Last Updated: 8:39 AM 09/02/10 - The woman wanted in connection to the hit and run on Wrightsboro Road last week has been arrested. (Full Story)
	Richmond County Board of Elections gearing up for busy season 0 Comments Last Updated: 11:58 PM 09/01/10 - Richmond County is gearing up for a busy election season, and this year, Georgia will be taking a closer look at who's registering. (Full Story)
	FBI: SC Marines won't be charged with hate crime 5 Comments Last Updated: 10:19 PM 09/01/10 - The FBI says two U.S. Marines accused of attacking a gay man in Savannah will not be charged with a federal hate crime. (Full Story)
	Magistrate recommends dismissing states' gun suit 0 Comments Last Updated: 10:14 PM 09/01/10 - A federal magistrate is recommending dismissal of a lawsuit filed by eight states seeking freedom from federal gun laws, including South Carolina. (Full Story)
	Soldier found dead at Fort Stewart 0 Comments Last Updated: 10:14 PM 09/01/10 - Investigators at Fort Stewart are trying to determine what caused the death of a military policeman whose body was found on the Army post. (Full Story)
	Aiken county parents want to help school board members move forward 0 Comments Last Updated: 9:31 PM 09/01/10 - After Tuesday night's school board meeting in Aiken County, board members say they're going to do all they can to listen to the public, make changes for the better and even possibly re-introduce the bond referendum down the road. (Full Story)
	City of Augusta, Fort Gordon sign 911 agreement 2 Comments Last Updated: 8:04 PM 09/01/10 - You call them when you need help. The city of Augusta and Fort Gordon are joining forces to make sure 911 always answer when you call. (Full Story)
	VA hospital nurses plan picket after "jeopardizing patient care" 3 Comments Last Updated: 7:27 PM 09/01/10 - New problems for a local VA hospital. Now a group of nurses is planning an informational picket, asking for increased staffing. (Full Story)
	Proposed EPA standards cause business concerns 1 Comment Last Updated: 6:53 PM 09/01/10 - New proposed EPA standards are causing concerns because business leaders say it's going to hurt the economy. (Full Story)
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Ga. State U unveils tax credit calculator online
The tool -- the first of its kind -- can be used by businesses in any state, including nonprofit agencies.
Ga. unemployment rate, labor force shrink
Georgia's Department of Labor reports a slight decline in the state's unemployment rate as the number of people who stopped looking for work increased.
Morning Money Matters: Free Stevie B's pizza Thursday to first 100 people
I've never met anyone who doesn't like pizza. I've also never met anyone who doesn't like free stuff. So, I'm guessing every single one of you is going to like my Morning Money Matters this morning.
Morning Money Matters: Games to make your kids money-smart
It's hard enough to balance your own budget, but perhaps it's even more difficult to teach your kids how to do it. How on earth can you make this sort of thing fun? This morning, I've come across a way to keep your kids interested. Instead of learning, they'll feel like they are playing.
Georgians snap up Energy Star rebates
Georgia consumers have claimed all of the state's Energy Star appliance rebates snapping up the last of the $9.3 million in federal money.
Five food bank employees laid off indefinitely
The economy is affecting a local non-profit organization. Five employees at the Golden Harvest Food Bank have been laid off indefinitely. Executive Director Michael Firmin says he had no choice.

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DNA links man to car break-ins
The Waynesboro Police Department is looking for Clarence Coleman who is accused of breaking into several cars in Waynesboro.
Armed robber hits Harlem convenience store
Officers in Harlem are looking for the man who robbed the Jet Food Store at 345 W. Milledgeville Road at gunpoint.
Stolen card from West Lake theft used in Beech Island
This is a photograph of a vehicle where the driver used a stolen credit card at Todd's Store in Beech Island.
Suspect in hit and run arrested
The woman wanted in connection to the hit and run on Wrightsboro Road last week has been arrested.
UPDATE: Business owner attacked at Lotto Express during robbery
An Augusta businesswoman is in the hospital after being attacked during a robbery at the Lotto Express on 13th Street Wednesday night. Investigators say the suspect stole money and is on the run this morning.
FBI: SC Marines won't be charged with hate crime
The FBI says two U.S. Marines accused of attacking a gay man in Savannah will not be charged with a federal hate crime.

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Aiken county parents want to help school board members move forward
After Tuesday night's school board meeting in Aiken County, board members say they're going to do all they can to listen to the public, make changes for the better and even possibly re-introduce the bond referendum down the road.
Aiken county BOE starts from scratch on ways to fix schools
Not passing the bond referendum has put a big damper on the Aiken Board of Education's plans to rebuild and renovate. Members must now come up with other ways to fix problem areas. On Tuesday night in Aiken, board members asked for the public to weigh in, but some of the the suggestion were given with a critical message. Board members however, took it in stride.
Aiken school meeting
Aiiken school administrators will discuss their five year plan for schools in the county.
Civil War relics prompt evacuation at Ga. school
A building was evacuated after authorities became concerned Civil War relics being stored on campus posed a danger.
Pay to Play: How School Athletics are Funded
Many high schools rely on ticket sales and booster club fundraisers to fund their athletic programs.
Schools attorney drafting revised policy after parent says searching backpacks is unconstitutional
Random school searches are meant to keep your children safe, but one parent tells the Richmond County school board it's unconstitutional and now they're taking a new look at the policy.

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Journal editors question sale of diet pill Meridia
Editors of a top medical journal are questioning whether the diet pill Meridia should stay on the market even if it's restricted to people without heart disease.
VA hospital nurses plan picket after "jeopardizing patient care"
New problems for a local VA hospital. Now a group of nurses is planning an informational picket, asking for increased staffing.
E-cigs gaining steam amid calls for a ban
E-cigarettes are plastic and metal devices that heat a liquid nicotine solution in a disposable cartridge, creating vapor that users inhale.
Clooney, Will Smith join anti-cancer telethon
"Stand Up to Cancer" will air Sept. 10 at 8 p.m. Eastern on ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and a number of cable channels.
"It's a Crisis:" Rural SC counties face doctor shortage
Fewer medical students are studying to become general practice physicians, and have little incentive to move to rural areas.
Plenty of flu vaccine available as season gets early start
Authorities are urging just about everyone to get one, except babies less than 6 months old and people with severe allergies to the eggs uses to brew the vaccine.

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Judge OKs $12M settlement on bad peanuts
A federal judge has approved a $12 million settlement for those sickened or killed in last year's salmonella outbreak tied to a Virginia-based peanut processor.
32-Inch Sharp LCD-TVs recalled due to risk of injury
A voluntary recall has been announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Sharp Electronics Corporation.
Sardis boil water advisory lifted
The water is safe to use again in Sardis.
12 On Your Side investigates missing rebate money
A man's rebate money was late, all because of a simple typo. 12 On Your Side went to work to find it.
Judge recommends $12M settlement on bad peanuts
The outbreak was traced to Lynchburg-based Peanut Corp. of America's plants in Georgia and Texas and linked to at least nine deaths and 700 illnesses.
12 OYS: Bed bug infestation crawls into Georgia, South Carolina
A bed bug is a little bigger than a tick and flat. It lives in and around your bed and feeds on your blood.

OYS Headlines

Richmond County Board of Elections gearing up for busy season
Richmond County is gearing up for a busy election season, and this year, Georgia will be taking a closer look at who's registering.
City of Augusta, Fort Gordon sign 911 agreement
You call them when you need help. The city of Augusta and Fort Gordon are joining forces to make sure 911 always answer when you call.
SC Green Party candidate protests Thurmond name
South Carolina's Green Party gubernatorial candidate is protesting that a federal building is named for the late Sen. Strom Thurmond.
Banks to allow local groups to buy foreclosures
The Obama administration says local officials could benefit from acquiring these properties and using the land for redevelopment projects.
Only on 12: City workers demoted for falsifying documents
A month long investigation spanning Richmond and Columbia County has come to an end. Augusta is taking action against two county employees accused of helping parolees cheat the system.
US Senate candidate gets more at ease on SC stump
U.S. Senate candidate Alvin Greene is getting a little more comfortable on the campaign trail in South Carolina.

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Accident closes westbound Martintown Road
A four vehicle accident has traffic blocked heading west on East Martintown Road.
School bus accident in Barnwell
The Barnwell Police Department is reporting a school bus accident on Allen and Wall Streets.
Clyburn to talk about roads and bridges in SC
The purpose of the bill would be to fix deteriorating bridges and roads while providing jobs.
UPDATE: 4-vehicle accident on I-20 eastbound
Traffic was a mess for awhile Tuesday morning after a four-vehicle wreck west of Aiken.
Update: Pedestrian hit by car on Herndon Dairy Road
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Herndon Road at Silver Bluff. The road is closed.
Blackville mayor killed in head-on collision
Mayor Jackie Holman and another man died Saturday after an accident on Highway 3 near the town of North.

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GreenJackets blown out in Lakewood
The Lakewood BlueClaws scored multiple runs in each of the first four innings against the Augusta GreenJackets on Wednesday night, defeating the Jackets by a 14-2 margin – equaling Augusta’s largest margin of defeat this season.
Two Jack named S.A.L. all stars
Augusta GreenJackets third baseman Chris Dominguez and right-handed starting pitcher Jorge Bucardo were selected to the South Atlantic League’s Annual All-Star Team
Dominguez bat leads Jackets to win
Chris Dominguez finished a home run shy of the cycle, but the Augusta GreenJackets’ third baseman can’t be too disappointed with his four-hit, four-RBI night in his team’s 6-2 win over the Lakewood BlueClaws on Tuesday night.
Big things expected for Augusta State volleyball
It's year two of the Sharon Bonaventure era with Augusta State volleyball. And if it goes anything like year one, yes, this could be a fun team to watch.
Jackets drop heart breaker at Lakewood
The Lakewood BlueClaws got a two-out infield single in the ninth inning from Kyle Lafrentz to hand the Augusta GreenJackets a 3-2 defeat in the opener of the GreenJackets final road trip of the season on Monday night from the Garden State.
ASU volleyball tabbed third in preseason
The Augusta State Volleyball squad has been picked to finish third in the Peach Belt Conference, according to the preseason poll recently released from the league office. The voting was done by the PBC’s eight head coaches.

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Four arrested in armed robbery conspiracy in Augusta
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Only on 12: City workers demoted for falsifying documents
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Six local women arrested in Operation Clean House
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Burglary at Krispy Kreme
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UPDATE: Roommate fight leads to one being shot
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UPDATE: 135 marijuana plants seized in Aiken County; 2 arrested
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