Eli Thompson

Reporter · Augusta, GA

Eli Thompson has been covering education in Augusta for over 4 years, focusing on local schools and educational policy. He earned his degree in Education from Georgia College and State University and has worked closely with various educational initiatives in the area, which gives him unique insights into local challenges and triumphs.

6 stories from Eli Thompson in Augusta

Braylon Staley, wide receiver for the University of Tennessee, making a dynamic play on the football field.

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Braylon Staley living out dream as breakout star for Tennessee

From the storied Peach Fields of Strom Thurmond High School to the bright lights of Rocky Top, Braylon Staley's meteoric ascent to becoming one of the Southeastern Conference's top wide receivers is a testament to raw talent, relentless dedication, and, most profoundly, an unwavering family bond....

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ARC Musketeers football team celebrating Senior Night on their home field

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ARC to hold senior night on Friday against Evans

As the sun sets over Augusta, the excitement in the air is palpable. The crisp autumn evening carries the promise of more than just a football game; it’s a celebration, a culmination, and a heartfelt farewell. For the seniors on the ARC Musketeers team, this Friday night is not merely about...

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Golden Apple: David Cato

MARTINEZ, Ga (WJBF) David Cato works hard to bring the past to life. He teaches Social Studies at Stallings Island Middle School. The focus for his 8th graders is Georgia History. "We have 12-standards," Cato says. "We start with geography because you have to know how the map shapes the whole rest...

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Couple charged after 4 children removed from ‘deplorable conditions’, police say

MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (WXIX/Gray News) - A couple is facing multiple charges of child endangerment and animal cruelty following a welfare check at their home in September, authorities said.Melanie and Christopher Todd were arrested after officers responded to their home on Cardinal Court to check on...

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Vibrant abstract painting on display at an art gallery opening in Augusta, Georgia

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JENNIE: Westobou Gallery SEEDS Exhibition opens Nov. 6th

As the vibrant colors of the Southeast come alive on canvas, the Westobou Gallery prepares to unveil its 12th annual SEEDS Exhibition, a celebration of creativity and community. With each brushstroke, 11 talented artists will share their unique stories, inviting the audience to experience the rich...

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Shooting plot at Ga. high school failed, 3 arrested

ATLANTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Police have arrested three people in connection with an alleged conspiracy to carry out a shooting at Cherokee High School, authorities said.The investigation began after the FBI flagged threatening social media posts to Cherokee County School District police. On Oct. 19,...

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