William Rioux
Multimedia Journalist/Producer
Augusta, GA
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William Rioux is a multimedia journalist/producer and graduate from the University of South Carolina with a degree in broadcast journalism. His true passions include video games, sports, and any outdoor activity.
Rioux had an internship with the sports department at ABC Columbia his senior year of college. This is where he fell in love with reporting and producing news content. He plans to become an on-air talent at a major news organization later in his career.
To get the vaccine at a lot of places, you can only make an appointment online. And for many seniors, that's a problem.
Some call it volunteering, and others call it a rescue mission.
A historic Masters pushed to November, with no patrons allowed for the first time since World War II. But this April, Augusta National is letting in limited patrons.
Several local hospitals are working to get the COVID-19 vaccine out of their freezers and into the public’s arms.
Aiken County Sheriff’s Office investigators and the Aiken County Coroner’s Offices are investigating a shooting death from last night.
Local organizations working hard for months to get people out, and to the polls, and it seemed to work.
We’re under an hour away from polls closing across the state, and in Columbia County, that time will not be extended.
Despite the rising number of COVID cases in the CSRA, several school districts went ahead with their plans to bring students back to the classroom.
AU Health staff members say they've vaccinated more than 4,500 workers so far, something they say is unimaginable.
Something as simple as a card can make someone’s day. For one local girl who lost her dad, it made Christmas much brighter.
Jared Williams campaigned on bringing in a different-looking platform than those who previously served as district attorney.
Did you feel that this morning? The United States Geological Survey confirms an earthquake this morning at 12:17 A.M.
Aiken fire crews are putting out a mobile home fire on Bennie Road in Aiken this morning.
One person is dead after a moped crash that happened yesterday evening on Warley Road in Orangeburg County.
One person is dead after a collision with an Orangeburg County firetruck last night on U.S. Highway 301 in Orangeburg County.
If you head over to the Aiken Train Museum this time of year, you’ll see some pretty awesome Christmas trees decorated by our local businesses.
It’s been a tough year for many people and many families. And now more than ever, it’s important for the community to come together.
As our local hospitals wait for vaccines to come, many people wonder what’s in it, and how does it work?
Today, about 20 nursing students will become reinforcements for our local hospitals after finishing their undergrad degree from Aiken Tech.
The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office says one man is behind bars after a shooting on Dairy Barn Road.
Authorities are investigating an the fatal shooting of an Augusta woman over the weekend.
A local family has been staying at a hotel across town for the last few weeks. Now for the first time, the Dixons are meeting the woman who is getting their family some major help.
City leaders are hoping to start a conversation after a busy set of weeks for Aiken law enforcement with multiple shootings.
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Mitaiveon Tutt’s smile was contagious, just like his passion for sports and riding four-wheelers.
The pandemic has affected different parts of our lives, all the way through the holidays. But our local businesses are looking for a pick-me-up after a season of shortcomings.
One by one, students are coming back to school after the holiday break. But what can they expect when they get back into the classroom both in-person and at home?
The family of Allen Transou, beloved Grovetown councilman, tells us he passed over the weekend, just 10 days after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
It’s been a year of unknowns and uncertainties at the Golden Harvest Master’s Table, but one thing is certain. They’ll be filling up these boxes to make sure everyone has a Thanksgiving meal.
A house fire just last week that displaced a mother and her kids. It started in the home next to theirs, which was abandoned.
This karate kid is not one to be messed with. Elsa is now a grand champion in karate, after winning a big tournament in Florida. And did we mention she’s only 5?
The family of Allen Transou, beloved Grovetown councilman, tells us he passed over the weekend, just 10 days after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
Authorities are investigating a death of a fisherman found on the shoreline of Lake Murray in Saluda County.
Grovetown City Councilman Allen Transou has passed away according to a Facebook post by the Grovetown Mayor this morning.
We told you about that $10 million contribution coming from Augusta National, IBM, Bank of America, and AT&T.
We all need something that will put a smile on our face, especially right now. And one local artist has been doing something unique hoping to catch peoples' eyes.
The Aiken Department of Public Safety is investigating a two-vehicle crash that killed an Aiken woman Sunday morning on Hitchcock Parkway near Rinehart Way.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person is dead after a two car collision in Orangeburg County last night.
A veteran in Aiken is spending his retirement working with the youths in our community.
After the devastating news of Alex Trebek passing away from pancreatic cancer, we looked at how the disease is affecting people here at home and how deadly it is.
A new women’s golf team is coming to Paine College, funded by Augusta National, and the college could not be more thrilled.
Adoption numbers in South Carolina are the lowest in five years, but one couple in Aiken who says their blended family is nothing short of a blessing.
Michael Barnwell was arrested after he allegedly threw a pipe bomb out of his car window at a guy who used to be his friend.
Masters week is less than two weeks away and without patrons this year, not only will the tournament look different but Augusta’s economy will miss out on a big chunk of its revenue.
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness month, and one local breast cancer survivor is celebrating but raising awareness and funds for people who can’t afford mammograms.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating three fatal collisions in two days in Orangeburg County.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal collision that happened on Cabin Road in Orangeburg County.
We always hear about blood centers being low on blood, but this is another level. And now it’s starting to impact patient care.
When you combine a pandemic, voting in an election, and a need for childcare, you may have some people struggling to get to the polls.
On a stretch of Edgefield Highway, there’s a lot of twists, turns, and hills. And just down the road lays a memorial for Irma Soto, who troopers say was killed in a hit and run.