Tradesha Woodard
Multimedia Journalist
Augusta, GA
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Tradesha joined WRDW News 12 November 2019 as a multimedia journalist.
Tradesha was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, and earned her bachelor's degree in multimedia journalism at Middle Tennessee State University -- home of the Blue Raiders!
She is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She loves reading, writing, storytelling, and public speaking. She has interned at WKRN in Nashville, Tennessee, and she has worked as a producer's assistant at Fox13 News in Memphis, Tennessee.
When she is not at work, she enjoys trying new foods, shopping, and watching movies. She also plans on becoming a dog mom really soon. She is excited to be a part of the News 12 family, and she is eager to learn a lot about Augusta.
Being involved within the community is a top priority for Tradesha, and if you have any story ideas do not hesitate to contact her!
Her email is tradesha.woodard@wrdw.com.
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A mom and daughter combined their loves of crafting and performing acts of service, finding a unique way to thank law enforcement officers for their commitment.
For Richmond County deputies, the problem doesn’t lie in taking the guns off the streets but in keeping them off the streets.
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While many kids are more apprehensive about meeting the Grinch, that's not the case with 3-year-old Avery Elizabeth Grace.
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One local family came up with a way to help spread Christmas magic: All it takes is a letter and a mailbox that goes straight to the North Pole.
Darius McKinney had a request for his birthday: Instead of gifts, he wanted to feed the homeless. His mom helped make it happen.
Local stores are fighting to stay afloat, including Black-owned businesses hit twice as hard during the coronavirus pandemic. One local entrepreneur hopes an initiative will help them bounce back.
With Thanksgiving nearly upon us, many are in prep mode to celebrate differently this year – like this local mom.
In her 10 years of involvement with Feeding the Community, Shonta Bradley has never seen a demand for food quite like there is right now.
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The Edgefield County Coroner’s Office has released more information about a body that was discovered Wednesday outside Johnston.
While some students may prefer in-person learning, others perform much better learning through a screen. The Columbia County School District has a plan for that.
Deer-car crashes are more likely at this time of year. And add this to the equation: There are more cars on the road due to a rising local human population.
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The Edgefield County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a suspicious death reported this morning on McCreight Road outside Johnston.
A wood-frame house went up in flames before dawn at 1731 Walker St. near Augusta's medical district. Luckily, no one was inside.
At Augusta Regional Airport, officials say they’re expecting half the typical holiday crowds this year.
As we shift toward new leadership and continue fighting against COVID-19, local veterans say it’s now more important than ever to work in unity.
In the midst of a pandemic and while urgently waiting to see who will be Americas next president, people are finding comfort in a warm meal.
AU Health and the Children's Hospital of Georgia cut the ribbon for new clinics that are the first of their kind in Augusta.
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Our local Teen Madea — who’s normally talking about putting an end to bullying — is now using his voice to get people to the polls.
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Demauryan “Juju” Daniels was born without an immune system, but he's overcome every obstacle he's faced, his mom says.
A mom and daughter combine their loves of crafting and performing acts of service, finding a unique way to thank law enforcement officers for their work.
All it takes is a knock on the door and a need for help, and Jessica Tillie will answer the call.
Summer Neal says many factors can contribute to the fear and isolation of domestic violence victims, so she decided to be a part of the solution.
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A fire heavily damaged a home that's been under construction on Ascauga Lake Road near Breezy Hill Road.
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During times of uncertainty and social unrest, it can be hard to make your voice heard, but a local 7-year-old is finding a way to make sure hers is.
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Open for only three weeks, Vampire Penguin has already had to order another freezer and triple its product order.
Andre Lacy was only 5 years old when he learned how to swing a golf club. Now he uses it as a weapon against anxiety and depression.
With many parents working from home, they don't really need a child care center anymore. What does that mean for local businesses?
Students in the CSRA are back in class, but most are still adjusting to the new way of learning. Learn what local school districts are doing to help out.
Temperature-taking has become the new normal, but how should you do it? We checked thermometers and asked an Augusta University expert.
An Augusta University Health expert says if the hospital gets the same number of flu patients as it did last year on top of COVID-19, it’ll be a problem.
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The coronavirus uses its familiar spikes to stick to cells and infect a victim. But Augusta University Health is using a new antibody drug to keep it at bay.
Aiken County sheriff’s deputies took a suspect into custody after he barricaded himself in a Beech Island home this morning.
Around half of the people who vote are expected to do so by mail in the upcoming election. Find out what you need to know about the process.