Hannah Litteer

Augusta

Reporter at WJBF-TV (Augusta, GA)

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Revolutionizing Dental Education: DCG Instructor Creates 3D Teaching Tool

2 days ago | augustaceo.com | Hannah Litteer

To be a good dentist, you have to have a keen eye for detail. You have to be able to perfectly file and shape a tooth for whatever restorative treatment you’re trying to accomplish, or you could cause a new set of problems. Learning how to do this is imperative for a future dentist’s career – and it’s not the easiest thing to teach. Rafael Pacheco, DDS, PhD, noticed a need for how dental students were learning to prepare teeth for crowns while teaching at the University of Detroit Mercy.
‘Prevention Patriots’ Partnership Aims for a Drug-free Westside High School

1 week ago | augustaceo.com | Hannah Litteer

Hundreds of energetic students poured into the back parking lot of Westside High School recently, eagerly waiting in line to grab a treat from the Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard truck and pick up an eye-catching blue T-shirt with “Be a Hero, be Drug Zero!” printed on it – all in the name of preventing the misuse of opioids and prescription medications.
Augusta University researcher uses micro-farms to grow access to better nutrition in food swamps

2 weeks ago | augustachronicle.com | Hannah Litteer

Hannah LitteerAugusta University JagwireAugusta, Georgia suffers from a high prevalence of food swamps, areas saturated with unhealthy food options, and food deserts, where access to affordable fresh food is limited. Bevel is leading initiatives to improve access to healthy food, including renovating the Georgia Cancer Center rooftop terrace into a community garden and establishing hydroponic vertical gardens throughout the community.
A healthier Augusta, one micro-farm and rooftop garden at a time

1 month ago | cityfarmer.info | Hannah Litteer |Michael Levenston

“The produce that comes out of these systems tastes completely different than what you get at the grocery store,”By Hannah LitteerJag WireMay 29, 2025Excerpt:Bevel has partnered with Ebony Tree Farms, a local public benefits corporation geared toward creating healthy solutions to food insecurity in the CSRA, to establish micro-farms in the Augusta area, including one located at GCC’s M.
'It's fun solving problems': Augusta University researcher named to esteemed group of inventors

Jan 28, 2025 | yahoo.com | Hannah Litteer

Keith Hearon is bringing home the gold when it comes to researcher and inventor accolades. He was recently elected into the 2024 Class of Fellows for the National Academy of Inventors – a massive accomplishment and professional distinction. Hearon, PhD, said he was shocked when he got the news. “It’s a great honor,” Hearon said. “I’m really grateful for both the nominators, Professor Bob Langer from MIT and Professor Mark Grinstaff from Boston University, that nominated me for this award.
AU Researcher Elected Into Prestigious Inventor Group

Jan 10, 2025 | augustaceo.com | Hannah Litteer

Keith Hearon, PhD, is bringing home the gold when it comes to researcher and inventor accolades. He was recently elected into the 2024 Class of Fellows for the National Academy of Inventors – a massive accomplishment and professional distinction. He was shocked when he got the news. “It’s a great honor,” Hearon said. “I’m really grateful for both the nominators, Professor Bob Langer from MIT and Professor Mark Grinstaff from Boston University that nominated me for this award.
Augusta Army veteran gets life-changing bathroom renovation

Nov 27, 2024 | wjbf.com | Hannah Litteer

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – It was a joyous reunion on Wednesday between Sgt. Charles Linwood and his wife, and the Quint-Essential Designs team. Until a month ago, the 70-year-old Army veteran was having trouble moving around his bathroom in his wheelchair. “It took a lot of strength just to do that, just to get into the bathroom,” Sgt. Linwood said. “Taking a shower was difficult because I always had to depend on her to be there to help me.”“The bathroom was just horrendous,” said Sgt.
T.W. Josey High School Class of '94 hosts annual Thanksgiving event

Nov 26, 2024 | wjbf.com | Hannah Litteer

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – T.W. Josey High School’s class of 1994 gathered Tuesday for its 15th annual “Feed the Community” event. It’s a thanksgiving tradition. “Tt feels like maybe the last day of school, graduation. Just a great feeling to see everybody in good spirits, giving back to the community. It’s really nice,” said volunteer Consuela Davis. Cars came through the line, and volunteers handed out to-go boxes full of homemade Thanksgiving favorites. The food was free and for everyone.
Columbia County girl set to star in upcoming Disney Channel show

Nov 25, 2024 | wjbf.com | Hannah Litteer

COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – 11-year-old Jiwon Lee of Columbia County will soon be on her way to Hollywood. She recently landed a lead role in an upcoming Disney Channel show. “I’m going to be playing ‘Sophie’ in ‘Vampirina’ which is still a working title,” she said. “‘Vee’ is a tween vampire girl. She goes to a performance arts boarding school to pursue her talent and passion in music.
Drone club at Parkway Elementary School soaring to new heights

Nov 20, 2024 | wjbf.com | Hannah Litteer

EVANS, Ga. (WJBF) –Some fifth graders at Parkway Elementary School are young drone pilots in the making. They call themselves the “Skycats.”“Every Monday and Wednesday I just come in here and I see all these people that are funny and they’re kind, and it’s just really fun to operate all this kind of technology that’ll help me in the future,” said Owen Putzier. The drone club is a new program the school is offering this year.