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Barrow sponsors dental health fair
U.S. Rep. John Barrow (D-Savannah) will be hosting a dental health fair at the Macy's Court in the Oglethorpe Mall on Aug. 28 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The dental health fair will feature free oral health screenings for children and adults, preventative education programs, referrals, free toothbrushes and toothpaste, and much more. Many people are unaware that sound oral health can help prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke. "Dental health care is usually what folks cut out first during ...
Kemp calls DOJ’s consent a ‘victory’
ATLANTA-Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp announced Monday that following the state's June 22 lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the DOJ consented to preclearance of the state's voter verification process, including verification of U.S. citizenship. After the DOJ consented to the process, the state filed for and received administrative preclearance from the DOJ. The state and the DOJ therefore have now filed a joint request to have the lawsuit dismissed. "After nearly two ...
State transportation board calls for TE projects across the state
ATLANTA-The State Transportation Board announced the Georgia Department of Transportation is accepting applications for Transportation Enhancement (TE) projects. The TE program funds multi-use facilities such as walking and biking trails and paths; streetscaping and landscaping projects in cities and towns; historic preservation of transportation-related facilities like railroad depots; and scenic preservation of views and scenic byways. "Over the past 20 years more than 900 projects have been selected. These projects enhance communities and improve quality ...
Commissioners to keep working on ethics policy
Effingham County commissioners will take another crack at a proposed ethics policy for the board.
IDA seeks GRAD level for its site
The Effingham County Industrial Development Authority is stepping up one of its sites to a GRAD level.
Downtown Springfield may open a new chapter
A new location on Springfield's Laurel Street feels right at home for Jamey Stancell. Stancell, along with business partner Jim Mathis, has opened Old Town Bookstore and Antiques, moving his business to the middle of Effingham County from the middle of downtown Savannah. Stancell, who has lived in Springfield for two and a half years, owned a store on Habersham Street for five years. "I drove back and forth every day," he said. But as he got to the ...
Rincon looks at recycling options for city residents
Rincon is continuing to explore a recycling program for the city. City Manager Michael Phillips said he is talking with Pratt Industries and Waste Management, the city's sanitation contractor about a recycling dropoff center. Phillips spoke with a Waste Management representative earlier this summer about a one-stop recycling center. "He indicated it might be more than curbside," Phillips said of the costs. A deal with Pratt may have revenue potential, he said. "We might be able to pick up ...
After victory, Jones ready for a break
The campaign for Effingham County commission's District 2 seat - and the passing of her mother - behind her, Vera Jones is anxiously awaiting a few days off. Jones captured 507 votes in the Republican runoff Tuesday, 96 more than opponent Michael King. With no Democrats running, Tuesday's victory essentially gives the seat to the former Effingham County Board of Education chairperson. "I am so glad. The only person more glad is my husband," she said. "I ...
McKinney already back on campaign trail
Just hours after his resounding victory in the Republican runoff for the U.S. House 12th District nomination, Ray McKinney was back on the trail. McKinney, an Effingham County native, won the nomination handily over Thunderbolt fire chief Carl Smith with more than 62 percent of the approximately 22,900 votes cast. McKinney will face incumbent John Barrow (D-Savannah) in the November general election. "I found out that the battery on my phone does not last very long when ...
Lowery indicted for murder
An Effingham County grand jury has indicted a man for murder in the May stabbing death of a Rincon woman. Chris Todd Lowery was indicted Monday for one count of murder, two counts of aggravated assault, one count of possession of firearm or knife in the commission of a crime, one count of theft by taking and one count each of financial card transaction theft and fraud. Authorities allege that Lowery stabbed and killed Linda Schaffer in ...
Springfield OK’s plans for Parker’s
Springfield City Council members have given the nod for a new Parker's store to be built along Highway 21. Council members approved a preliminary general development plan for the store, to be built near the Harvey's Supermarket. "We're excited about coming to the community and building something we think the community will be proud of," said Greg Parker, president of the Savannah-based Parker Companies. Parker's has been in business for 35 years, and the Springfield store will be ...
DOT seeks public review, comments at local meetings
ATLANTA–The Georgia Department of Transportation will be presenting the Draft FY 2011-2014 Statewide Transportation Improve-ment Program for public review and comment. The STIP is a four-year program that identifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for fiscal years 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. These projects include, but are not limited to; new construction, operational and safety improvements, bridge replacements, and maintenance for interstates, state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle ...
Zoller competes in Georgia Farm Bureau discussion meet
MACON-Effingham County Farm Bureau member Michael Zoller competed in the preliminary round of the Georgia Farm Bureau Young Farmer Discussion Meet on July 24. The event was held during the GFB Young Farmer Family Conference at the Lake Blackshear Resort in Cordele. Zoller was one of 19 contestants who participated in the discussion meet. The event is intended to stimulate a committee meeting during which agriculturalists discuss issues impacting agriculture. The contestants ...
Runoff results
Effingham County commissioner, 3rd District Vera Jones 467 Michael King 368 12th District, U.S. House of Representatives Ray McKinney 1,910 Carl Smith 1,016 Governor Nathan Deal 1,318 Karen Handel 1,697
Commissioners to continue work on ethics policy
County staff will continue working on an ethics policy discussing a proposed ordinance that would put that policy in place.
Articles by Section - Local
ECSO catches up to suspect after Wednesday chase
Effingham County Sheriff's deputies apprehended a suspect who was wanted on multiple charges following a pursuit Wednesday evening.
Child continues recovery from dog attack
A 5-year-old Effingham County boy remains in the pediatric intensive care unit at Memorial Health University Medical Center after being attacked Tuesday by a neighbor's dog.
County OKs budget
With a unanimous vote, the Effingham County commissioners approved a fiscal year 2013 budget Thursday night.
Child mauled by dog
A 5-year-old Effingham County boy is in serious condition after being attacked by a neighbor's dog shortly before noon today, according to the Effingham County Sheriff's Office.
A sweet and cool treat
"It feels good on the inside," 10-year-old Ayden Meadows said as he served lemonade Friday afternoon at The Learning Treehouse in Rincon.
IDA opens its doors to home fixtures company
The Effingham Industrial Development Authority is set to welcome a new tenant into its industrial park.
Moving forward on Mars
The city of Springfield is exploring ways to have work done on the Mars Theater.
The stars come out at Camp Hollywood
When Jeanie Driver first brought her autistic sons to the Arc of Effingham's Camp Hollywood four years ago, she didn't know what to expect.
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