A 10-year old child from Columbia County has died from the flu. Columbia County Coroner Vernon Collins confirms Summer Rockefeller died early Saturday morning at an Atlanta hospital from complications of the flu, possibly swine flu. We have information for those wishing to donate to the family.

If you believe in miracles, the story of Seth Todd just might be one you’ll want to hear. He’s an active, happy four-year-old, crippled by cerebral palsy. But Saturday, a town is going to come together to help pull Seth up on his feet. WJBF News Channel 6’s Joy Howe has the story.

A community fundraiser was held Saturday to help raise money for the CSRA Womens Empowerment Center.

Getting back with the Beatles…hundreds turned out Friday at the Augusta Common to hear the music of Ed Turner and the Number 9 Tribute Band. The band took to the roof of an adjacent building, much like the “mop toppers” did, 40 years ago, in their final concert on top of their studio in London.

Getting back with the Beatles…hundreds turned out Friday at the Augusta Common to hear the music of Ed Turner and the Number 9 Tribute Band. The band took to the roof of an adjacent building, much like the “mop toppers” did, 40 years ago, in their final concert on top of their studio in London.

It was certainly a team effort…hundreds trying to pull a jumbo plane! This weekend’s plane pull fundraiser was held at Augusta Regional Airport for the Ronald McDonald House.

It was certainly a team effort…hundreds trying to pull a jumbo plane! This weekend’s plane pull fundraiser was held at Augusta Regional Airport for the Ronald McDonald House.

Augusta’s Salvation is in line to receive $68 million for a Kroc Center if $20 million can be raised locally. The fund raising campaign is underway and officials are more than halfway to their goal. WJBF News Channel 6’s George Eskola has the story.

Should South Carolina allow more kinds of gambling? State lawmakers want to know what you think about allowing non-profit groups to hold raffles, and even casino night fundraisers. They’re also debating a bill to allow kitchen table poker games. WJBF News Channel 6’s Capitol reporter Robert Kittle has more.

An Illinois Republican leader says the state’s freshman U.S. senator should resign over contradictory statements regarding Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s impeachment. State Rep. Jim Durkin told reporters Sunday that Democrat Roland Burris should resign over an affidavit contradicting statements he made earlier to a House committee.

Organizers say a weekend fundraiser for a Macon museum dedicated to the Allman Brothers Band will help keep the attraction on track to open by the end of 2009.

If you’re still looking for a unique Christmas gift, there’s an option you probably wouldn’t have considered…Lt. Gov. André Bauer. As a way to raise money for a potential run for governor, he’s offering gifts in return for political contributions. You can choose from hunting or fishing trips, stays in houses he owns in Charleston’s Historic District or the beach, artwork and even a chance to drive a race car. He’s got it all on a website. WJBF News Channel 6’s Capitol reporter, Robert Kittle, explains.

In Aiken County, there’s a baby fighting a rare disease… And his family is looking to the community for help. WJBF News Channel 6’s Barclay Bishop has more.

There’s a very special fundraiser happening in Aiken, Wednesday night. It’s to raise money for a family who’s new to the area, but they’ve already earned a place in the hearts of many. WJBF News Channel 6’s Joy Howe was in Aiken, and tells us this family’s story has really brought out the best in people there.

Jailed political fundraiser Tony Rezko helped launch Barack Obama’s political career. But the secrets he might be telling federal prosecutors could send the careers of other politicians crashing and burning.