There is a critical and immediate need for blood donors with O Negative blood. In the wake of a national trend, O Negative blood donations have decreased and the local blood supply has taken a tremendous hit.  More...

In honor of National Pest Control Awareness Month in April, Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) Commissioner Gary W. Black reminded residents this week about the risks posed by household pests.  More...

A number of local leaders were honored recently during BRIDGE’s first ever Unsung Heroes Recognition Dinner. More...

In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, AAA says if you’re riding shotgun, Be A Good Passenger and help minimize distractions for the driver. If you experience something unsafe, immediately speak up and offer assistance.  More...

Jurors have been drawn for the Superior Court criminal/civil session with Judge James G. Blanchard Jr. presiding. Jurors are to report 9 a.m., Monday, April 10, to the Burke County Courthouse in Waynesboro.  The list is as follows:  More...

The Burke County emergency Management Agency responded to a total of 148 calls the week of March 27-April 2.  The agency answered 115 medical calls, including 85 transports. 56 transports were to Augusta hospitals. More...

BCHS GRAND MARCH  Advanced tickets for Burke County High School’s Grand March will go on sale Monday, April 17. Tickets may be purchased for $5 in the front office of BCHS through Friday, April 21, at 4 p.m. More...

Lenten Services  The Burke Black Churches Benevolent Association will observe the 40-day Lenten season with 7 p.m. services weekly, beginning on Ash Wednesday. More...

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