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Effingham County Superintendent talks growth within school district
20/08/2023

Effingham County Superintendent talks growth within school district

More than 14,000 students are enrolled in the Effingham County School District for the 2023-24 school year. Since 2020, the district has seen an increase of 600 students annually.

Richmond Hill beats Effingham County in opener
19/08/2023

Richmond Hill beats Effingham County in opener

Richmond Hill traveled to Effingham County for their season opener and took an early lead on the way to a 34-7 victory.

'Glad to be back': Rincon City Manager ready to move Rincon forward
22/07/2023

'Glad to be back': Rincon City Manager ready to move Rincon forward

Almost one month after he was suspended, Rincon City Manager Jonathan Lynn was reinstated and is ready to help move Rincon forward.

Former Effingham County coach files lawsuit under Whistleblower Act
15/07/2023

Former Effingham County coach files lawsuit under Whistleblower Act

Former Effingham County baseball coach Shane Ramsey alleges harassment and retaliation in a lawsuit filed against school district.

Traffic stop leads to chase, shootout on I-16 in Effingham
03/07/2023

Traffic stop leads to chase, shootout on I-16 in Effingham

During a traffic stop along I-16, one man led police on a chase that resulted in his death.

Former and current students suing Effingham County School District
26/06/2023

Former and current students suing Effingham County School District

A new lawsuit has been filed by American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia on behalf of past and current students in the ECSD.

Proposed Savannah-to-Athens bike trail to pass through Guyton
19/06/2023

Proposed Savannah-to-Athens bike trail to pass through Guyton

The Georgia Hi-Lo Trail is an initiative that will add 211 miles of paved walking and biking trails throughout the state and Guyton is on the list.

Tornado toppled trees, knocked out power as it swept through Effingham County on Wednesday night.
15/06/2023

Tornado toppled trees, knocked out power as it swept through Effingham County on Wednesday night.

A tornado that ripped through Alabama made it ways to Effingham County Wednesday night, tearing down branches and power lines along the way.

Springfield is Effingham Co.'s newest 'place to be.' Here's why.
20/05/2023

Springfield is Effingham Co.'s newest 'place to be.' Here's why.

Local officials in Springfield talk about managing future growth while also trying to maintain the small-town feel.

Effingham County commissioner charged with child molestation
17/05/2023

Effingham County commissioner charged with child molestation

Effingham County Commissioner Reggie Loper was booked on a child molestation charge Wednesday morning.

Threats made on social media lead to Effingham middle schooler's arrest
05/05/2023

Threats made on social media lead to Effingham middle schooler's arrest

Early Thursday morning, law enforcement in Effingham County arrested a student at Ebenezer Middle School for making terroristic threats.

'Veterans are no longer just working for someone. They are creating generational wealth to pass down to their kids.”
21/04/2023

'Veterans are no longer just working for someone. They are creating generational wealth to pass down to their kids.”

Combat Boots to the Boardroom, a nonprofit in Richmond Hill, is helping veterans securing funding to jumpstart their business ventures.

Springfield’s population is around 2,500 but the city saw just 95 total votes in the referendum election last May. Votes...
20/04/2023

Springfield’s population is around 2,500 but the city saw just 95 total votes in the referendum election last May. Votes to allow licensed liquor stores passed by 17 votes.

In a nutshell, less than two dozen residents determined the outcome of liquor stores.

Springfield just opened its first liquor store in the town's history and there are more to come.

The Abercorn Creek water intake provides the bulk of clean drinking water to the tri-county region. After a previous own...
14/04/2023

The Abercorn Creek water intake provides the bulk of clean drinking water to the tri-county region. After a previous owner moved away from the project, local water advocates must re-negotiate protections for the drinking water source.

A new owner is mounting a second effort to build warehouses in Effingham County next to the tri-county drinking water intake, despite risks.

“Just being able to drive around nearly a year afterwards and still see some remnants of it is eerie. I've heard stories...
10/04/2023

“Just being able to drive around nearly a year afterwards and still see some remnants of it is eerie. I've heard stories about the community coming together but the impact of what happened is still fresh.”

Residents in North Bryan County are remembering the one year anniversary of a deadly tornado that ripped through Ellabell and Pembroke.

Expansion of two manufacturing buildings is ongoing. One will house the G400 assembly line while the other is an aircraf...
06/04/2023

Expansion of two manufacturing buildings is ongoing. One will house the G400 assembly line while the other is an aircraft wing production facility.

The Savannah-based business aircraft manufacturer will add 1,600 jobs this year as it ramps up to build its latest airplane, the Gulfstream G400.

Buildings are going vertical, hiring is underway and production is slated to begin the first quarter of 2025.
05/04/2023

Buildings are going vertical, hiring is underway and production is slated to begin the first quarter of 2025.

The Hyundai plant is progressing as buildings are going vertical at the mega site. At the same time, Chatham County raises hiring questions.

“I want to make sure the food is just right because the taste is what always bring you back."
04/04/2023

“I want to make sure the food is just right because the taste is what always bring you back."

It goes without saying that soul food is comfort food. That is why residents helped save Guyton soul food eatery Southern Kafe.

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