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Joey Gill

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  • University of South Carolina Aiken, Web Developer
Augusta
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Joey Gill’s Biography

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Over a decade of experience in radio, television, and social media with an emphasis on digital, plus more than two years with website development and design.

I am currently about 2 1/2 years removed from the news industry as a Web Developer with the University of South Carolina Aiken. As the lone Web Developer on campus, I helped the university undergo the largest website relaunch to date, and through the largest marketing rebrand in the university's history. Previously, I was a Digital Produce…

Joey Gill’s Journalist Portfolio

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Rising wage gap making affordable housing nearly impossible for millennials

Rising wage gap making affordable housing nearly impossible for millennials

(WJBF) - The dream of buying a home is growing further and further out of reach for millennials due to low in…

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Former Augusta DA Natalie Paine facing possible 6-month suspension from practicing law in Georgia

Former Augusta DA Natalie Paine facing possible 6-month suspension from practicing law in Georgia

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) - The State Disciplinary Review Board is recommending a six-month suspension for former A…

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Jehovah's Witnesses to return to door-to-door ministry for first time since before COVID-19 pande...

Jehovah's Witnesses to return to door-to-door ministry for first time since before COVID-19 pande...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) - Jehovah's Witnesses are returning to their trademark door-to-door ministry for the firs…

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Government requests Sias motion for acquittal or new trial be dismissed

Government requests Sias motion for acquittal or new trial be dismissed

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) - The U.S. District Attorney's Office requested Friday that a motion by former Augusta Co…

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Suspects arrested in armed robbery and assault of 80-year-old in Augusta Mall parking lot

Suspects arrested in armed robbery and assault of 80-year-old in Augusta Mall parking lot

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) - A man who reportedly assaulted and robbed an 80-year-old woman in the parking lot of Au…

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Janet Jackson's 'Rhythm Nation' reportedly wreaked havoc on old laptops

Janet Jackson's 'Rhythm Nation' reportedly wreaked havoc on old laptops

(WJBF) - As anyone born before the year 2000 can attest, Janet Jackson's 1989 hit ' Rhythm Nation ' absolutel…

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Augusta man sentenced to life in prison for rape of 15-year-old girl

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By Joey Gill
| WJBF-TV (Augusta, GA) Verified
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — An Augusta man was sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years on Friday after an incident when he abducted a 15-year-old girl and raped her in a hotel room. According to the District Attorney’s Office, 62-year-old Bill Eugene “Wild Bill” Anderson was found guilty by a Richmond County jury on charges of rape, child molestation, and false imprisonment after a weeklong trial.
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Man shot on Wylds Road in Augusta

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By Joey Gill
| WJBF-TV (Augusta, GA) Verified
by: Joey Gill Posted: Mar 31, 2023 / 03:40 PM EDT Updated: Mar 31, 2023 / 03:40 PM EDT AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — Investigators are working to determine what led up to a shooting of a man on the 1500 block of Wylds Road on Friday afternoon. According to Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 2 p.m. to find a male victim who had been shot at least one time in the leg. The victim was transported to an area hospital to be treated.
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Community Easter Egg Hunt in Aiken canceled due to inclement weather

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By Joey Gill
| WJBF-TV (Augusta, GA) Verified
Plastic Easter eggs (Getty) Plastic Easter eggs (Getty)  Read Less by: Joey Gill Posted: Mar 31, 2023 / 02:12 PM EDT Updated: Mar 31, 2023 / 02:13 PM EDT AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) — The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism’s Community Easter Egg Hunt has been canceled for Saturday due to the threat of inclement weather. A city spokesperson said that instead of the outdoor event, the Easter Bunny will give out goodie bags and pose for pictures at the Lessie B.
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Interview

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What was your first job as a journalist?

I was a morning digital content producer.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

I have actually! When I was about 3 years old, I used to type on my grandma's electric typewriter. Those were the days.

How is social media changing news?

It's a challenge for journalists when people spread what they think is news across social media. It's a period of questioning sources.

Awards

Associated Press Media Editors Journalism Excellence Award

Best Website - Division II Georgia

2016, 2017, and 2018

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Georgia Association of Broadcasters GABBY Merit Award

2016 - Best Use of Digital Platforms - Social Media

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