Plan prepares for dam failure Eric Johnson Though everyone agrees that the odds of a catastrophic failure at the J. Strom Thurmond Dam are slim, thousands of Columbia County homes lay within the inundation area should such an unlikely event… 
A potential change in ambulance coverage has fire chief putting out fires Eric Johnson Though Gold Cross EMS announced the withdrawal of its request to become the primary provider for ambulance service in Richmond County on Monday, November… 
Mosquitoes can be an irritating and deadly problem by Eric Johnson With mosquitoes buzzing and reports of West Nile cases skyrocketing, many in Columbia County are wondering why more isn’t being done to take care of the mosquito problem. But… 
Augusta prepares to handle inquiries through new 311 system, abandoning popular Augusta Cares by Eric Johnson Taking a page from Columbia County and other local communities, Richmond County is looking to establish 311 service to replace its successful, though somewhat…