Lt. Michael Frank had big impact at Sheriff's Office
Last Updated: 7:19 PM 12/01/08 -
A 13-year fixture of the Aiken County Sheriff's Office is gone. Spokesman Lt. Michael Frank was killed in a car accident this past weekend. News 12 looks back at his legacy at the Sheriff's Office. (Full Story) |
Toy donations mean deals for surplus SC property
Last Updated: 5:12 PM 12/01/08 -
Officials at the South Carolina Surplus Property Office say a customer who donates at least $50 in toys can buy a surplus laptop computer for $25. The computers usually sell for $200. (Full Story) |
Black Friday at Best Buy
Last Updated: 1:13 PM 12/01/08 -
News 12 was at Best Buy in Augusta when the doors opened at 5 A.M. for Black Friday shopping.
(Full Story) |
First Thanksgiving with the Dean family
Last Updated: 1:05 PM 12/01/08 -
One local family has a lot to be thankful for on this holiday. It's been a long journey for the Dean family. (Full Story) |
Thanksgiving around Augusta, from dining out and ordering out to reaching out
Last Updated: 1:02 PM 12/01/08 -
While many of you stayed at home this Thanksgiving, others of you dined out, ordered out, or reached out this holiday. (Full Story) |
TBONZ serves Thanksgiving to 300 foster kids
Last Updated: 12:57 PM 12/01/08 -
An Augusta restaurant opens their doors on Thanksgiving to give back to the community. (Full Story) |
Dads in Action delivers Thanksgiving to families in need
Last Updated: 12:43 PM 12/01/08 -
Many people spend Thanksgiving without a family meal each year. This year's stressed economy is threatening to boost those numbers, but one local group is working to combat the problem. (Full Story) |
Funeral arrangement for Lt. Michael Frank
Last Updated: 7:36 PM 11/30/08 -
The viewing for Lt. Michael Frank will be held at Posey Funeral Home in North Augusta on Tuesday from 6-8 PM. (Full Story) |
A piece of history added to Laney Walker Boulevard
Last Updated: 7:05 PM 11/29/08 -
The African-American Historical Committee dedicated a marker for William Carpenter, Sr. on Laney Walker Boulevard today.
(Full Story) |
"The Nutcracker" at the Imperial Theatre
Last Updated: 6:52 PM 11/29/08 -
Dance Augusta is performing "The Nutcracker" this weekend.
(Full Story) |
Fla. couple thankful, saved off sinking boat in SC
Last Updated: 9:06 PM 11/27/08 -
A husband, wife and their dog are
especially thankful this Thanksgiving after a passing boat saved
them from their sinking sailboat in Charleston Harbor.
(Full Story) |
Injured sea turtles rehab on Georgia coast
Last Updated: 8:59 PM 11/27/08 -
Loggerhead sea turtles have been federally protected as a
threatened species for 30 years. Their population remains so
low that the government is considering a plan to reclassify
them as endangered.
(Full Story) |
Indian-Americans track down loved ones in Mumbai
Last Updated: 8:54 PM 11/27/08 -
Indian-Americans and others with connections to
Mumbai are frantically trying to get in touch with loved ones and
colleagues after the city's deadly terrorist attacks.
(Full Story) |
Making holiday gift returns
Last Updated: 11:47 AM 11/25/08 -
News 12 checked with several stores in the Augusta area, and the return policies are not all the same. It's something you'll want to check before it's too late. (Full Story) |
Huge crowd turns out for James Brown Turkey Giveaway
Last Updated: 7:22 PM 11/24/08 -
People lined up to get a free turkey at Dyess Park on James Brown Boulevard. It's a tradition that's gone on ten years and is now a familiar sight for locals. (Full Story) |
Fans excited to see Twilight in Augusta
Last Updated: 11:15 AM 11/24/08 -
The movie twilight premiered Friday night, and the lines were long at the Augusta Regal Cinema.
(Full Story) |
New Miss South Carolina Teen USA from North Augusta
Last Updated: 4:04 PM 11/24/08 -
A North Augusta teen is the new Miss South Carolina Teen USA. (Full Story) |
North Augusta family gets new home
Last Updated: 11:34 AM 11/24/08 -
In a time where most people are in foreclosure or selling their homes, one man gets a home built thanks to the goodwill of others. (Full Story) |
Italian Thanksgiving Feast
Last Updated: 10:31 PM 11/23/08 -
Monday is the annual Italian Thanksgiving feast at the Garlic Clove Italian Eatery in Evans. (Full Story) |
$5 to get your pet microchipped
Last Updated: 11:27 AM 11/24/08 -
The Columbia County Humane Society held a microchip clinic in Blanchard Park on Saturday (Full Story) |
Study finds MySpace, Facebook good for kids
Last Updated: 12:13 PM 11/21/08 -
For years, parents have worried about kids getting on social networks like Facebook, but a new study says they can be helpful to make them more social.
(Full Story) |
The cold weather's here, but is your fireplace ready?
Last Updated: 7:31 PM 11/18/08 -
Record low temperatures for this time of year are expected and that means many of you will be lighting your fireplace for the very first time in a long time; but is it really clean, safe and ready for use? (Full Story) |
Holiday shipping
Last Updated: 2:25 PM 11/18/08 -
UPS expects Dec. 18 to be busiest day. (Full Story) |
Hyde Park neighbor says flooding caused by bad drainage
Last Updated: 6:57 PM 11/17/08 -
Many of us are drying out and cleaning up after heavy rains poured across the area on Thursday and Friday. Some living in the area say they may know why the flooding got so bad in Hyde Park. (Full Story) |
Andrews Branch neighbors suing over flooding
Last Updated: 6:03 PM 11/17/08 -
Three days after a North Augusta neighborhood flooded, people are still cleaning up their homes. (Full Story) |
Congregation continues to worship after their church burns down
Last Updated: 11:17 AM 11/17/08 -
Members of Strait Gate Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ are staying positive and Bishop Charles Herrington says they will get through this. (Full Story) |
South Augusta family cleaning up after flooding damages home
Last Updated: 11:14 AM 11/17/08 -
On Friday night many families are still trying to clean up after the heavy rains on Friday. Many are still trying to recover from the flooding.
(Full Story) |
Battle of the Badges fundraiser held in Aiken
Last Updated: 11:15 AM 11/17/08 -
It was a battle for bragging rights on the softball field in Aiken County as local and state law enforcement officers competed in this years Battle of the Badges.
(Full Story) |
6th annual Westmuttster Dog Show in Aiken
Last Updated: 11:07 AM 11/17/08 -
Shelter mutts and purebreds took to the field at the Aiken Horse Park on Saturday for the 6th Annual Westmuttster Dog Show. (Full Story) |
Special Assignment: The Real "Forrest Gump"
Last Updated: 7:05 PM 11/14/08 -
He's a real American hero, winner of the nation's highest military award for heroism, The Medal of Honor. His name is Sammy Davis, but you probably know him better by his screen name. He's the real Forrest Gump. (Full Story) |
Fire destroys Augusta church
Last Updated: 7:15 PM 11/14/08 -
Debris was all that was left, smoking at Strait Gate Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ in Augusta. (Full Story) |
Flooding traps Hyde Park family in home
Last Updated: 7:14 PM 11/14/08 -
The flooding from Friday's rain left a family in Hyde Park stuck in their home, with water surrounding the entire house. (Full Story) |
Apartment fire leaves woman and seven children homeless
Last Updated: 11:08 AM 11/14/08 -
The Red Cross is giving a woman and her seven children a place to stay after their Augusta apartment burns down. (Full Story) |
Hope House expanding services to women in need
Last Updated: 7:08 PM 11/13/08 -
The Augusta Hope House for women is now extending its services from Richmond County all the way to Emanuel County and it's helping to change lives for the better. (Full Story) |
First on 12: Arena management revenue up, expenses down, weekends booked through April
Last Updated: 6:49 PM 11/13/08 -
Your chances of a catching a good show in Augusta are getting better. The new management company at the James Brown Arena says revenue is up. (Full Story) |
18 killed in toy-related incidents
Last Updated: 9:00 PM 11/12/08 -
Government figures show toys played a part in the deaths last year of at least 18 children under 15 years old. (Full Story) |
Veterans Day parade in Augusta
Last Updated: 11:27 AM 11/12/08 -
Entire families out on Tuesday morning to honor the men and women who gave us the freedoms we have this day. (Full Story) |
Veterans Day celebration in Edgefield County
Last Updated: 11:45 AM 11/12/08 -
This Veterans Day, Edgefield County veterans were honored at Strom Thurmond High School. (Full Story) |
Tips for military packages, cards and letters
Last Updated: 10:51 AM 11/12/08 -
Information from the US Postal Service on shipping items to members of the military during the holidays. (Full Story) |
Local child care centers offer incentives to increase enrollment
Last Updated: 6:11 PM 11/11/08 -
Across the country the struggling economy is causing child care centers to see a drop in enrollment mostly because parents can't afford it. (Full Story) |
Veterans honored at Riverwalk
Last Updated: 6:12 PM 11/11/08 -
Many gathered Tuesday afternoon to honor the service men and women of the past and present.
(Full Story) |
Kids celebrate Veterans Day
Last Updated: 6:13 PM 11/11/08 -
Every Veterans Day, North Augusta Elementary School takes time to remember those men and women who have served and fought for our country. (Full Story) |
Send holiday cards to troops
Last Updated: 5:06 PM 11/11/08 -
The American Red Cross Holiday Mail for Heroes campaign began Tuesday. It allows people to send cards with messages of thanks and cheer to troops. (Full Story) |
Pet drop-offs increasing; local shelters, clinics don't have room
Last Updated: 10:27 PM 11/10/08 -
Local animal clinics and shelters are now starting to feel the effects of the economy. They say they're seeing an unusually high number of people dropping off their pets. (Full Story) |
War veterans prepare to remember on Veteran's Day
Last Updated: 12:20 PM 11/10/08 -
Veterans Day is only two days away and for many it's a day to honor the soldiers who have fought for our country. But for some veterans, it's a time to save the memory of soldiers lost. (Full Story) |
Only on 12: Kirby kids celebrate their birthdays safe at home
Last Updated: 12:16 PM 11/10/08 -
Only on 12: Missing Aiken County kids return home safely from New Mexico and celebrate their birthdays with friends and families. (Full Story) |
Aiken students lend a helping hand
Last Updated: 12:09 PM 11/10/08 -
It's called Impact Aiken, and today more than 100 students did just that. (Full Story) |
Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign
Last Updated: 12:08 PM 11/10/08 -
It's the time of year already for the Salvation Army Bell Ringers. (Full Story) |
November Time to Care Winner: Cathy Neal
Last Updated: 12:01 PM 11/10/08 -
November's Time to Care award winner is a woman who see's the future. She's not some kind of fortune teller, she works at Silver Bluff High School where she's like a mom to hundreds of students. (Full Story) |
More applying for Christmas assistance
Last Updated: 6:57 PM 11/07/08 -
The Salvation Army says more and more people are applying for Christmas assistance. (Full Story) |
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