Archive By Section - Local
Springfield to take a look at raising water, sewer rates
The Springfield City Council will hold a public hearing on water and sewer rates May 22 at its second monthly council meeting.
Fish biting at ECRP rodeo
About 60 anglers took part in the Effingham County Recreation and Parks Department's fishing rodeo at Baker Pond earlier this month.
Southeastern, south-central Ga. regions experiencing drought
ATHENS - Extreme drought conditions have developed across southeast and south-central Georgia. Another week with little or no rain and temperatures in the 70s and 80s have led to worsening drought conditions statewide.
Fire victim sounds call for help
Though the afternoon was perfect for sitting outside chatting in the shade, Susan Altman wasn't chatting, she was crying out for help.
Golfers play a round for Habitat
The Sea Grill restaurant in Port Wentworth sponsored a fundraising golf tournament for the Habitat for Humanity of Effingham County on April 4 and raised $4,790.
Springfield adopts new fire fees
The Springfield City Council passed an ordinance instituting fire service fees Tuesday night.
Rincon residents plunge into water issues
Several Rincon residents had plenty of questions on Rincon's water supplies at a public hearing Tuesday night.
Above and beyond the call
Two local men were honored with the Life Saving Award at Rincon's city council meeting on Monday night for their actions during a house fire.
Escapee caught in Florida
Federal agents apprehended an Effingham County prisoner who fled from a work detail Monday afternoon.
Parents unhappy with uniform decision
Local parents spoke out against the new uniform policy at an Effingham County Board of Education meeting Thursday.
Relay more than a walk
For Gert Campbell, the laps around the track at Effingham County High School on Friday night and Saturday morning were more than mere steps.
Search on for escaped prisoner
Federal agents captured a man Wednesday morning who fled from an Effingham County Prison work detail Monday afternoon.
EDA's plans catching eyes
It may be years before DP Partners and the Effingham Economic Development Authority see buildings spring out of the ground at the EDA's I-16 tracts near Meldrim. But the EDA is catching the eyes of others.
MDA wants summer volunteers
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is seeking volunteers who are looking for a rewarding and unforgettable experience at MDA summer camp. Volunteer counselors are needed to help young people with neuromuscular diseases enjoy a fun-filled week of camp June 9-15 at New Ebenezer Retreat Center in Rincon.
Family fighting for survival after attack
An Effingham County teen accused of stabbing his younger brother to death and severely wounding his parents Friday night will face a first hearing this morning in an Effingham County courtroom.
Articles by Section - Local
Time change a good time to check smoke alarms
Having set clocks ahead one hour is a good reminder to check home smoke alarms, according to Effingham Fire and Rescue.
Convicted felon gets 5 years for assaulting family trying to help
A once-convicted felon who pointed a shotgun at a family and led Effingham County Sheriff's deputies on a chase is going back to prison.
Guyton’s sewage permit on hold after court ruling
Guyton's permit for its planned wastewater treatment plant sprayfield may be headed back to the state Environmental Protection Division.
Zeigler to run against Jones in District 2
The race for the Effingham County Board of Education District 4 seat has drawn four candidates, and all three county commission seats up for election will be contested in the May 20 primary.
Field keeps growing for county commission, school board races
The field for the May 20 primary is growing for a number of Effingham County races.
Split vote OKs annexation, fire station
Effingham County commissioners approved allowing Rincon to annex 66 acres, following a split vote and questions for Rincon city officials.
Time to turn clocks back, check smoke alarms
ATLANTA - Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Ralph Hudgens reminds Georgians that they must change their clocks to daylight saving time earlier this year - and they should also change the batteries in their smoke alarms at the same time.
County weighs fixes to another troubled junction
Effingham County officials may be taking steps to address another crash-plagued intersection.
County ponders how to spend rec impact fees
How Effingham County will spend more than $230,000 on recreation is not just a matter on which projects the money will be directed but also how soon.
Kieffer, Jones, Mason to run again
At least one Effingham County commissioner race will be contested in the May 20 general primary.
DOT looks at solutions for 95/21
Traffic at the Highway 21/Interstate 95 intersection could be getting a unique solution, Effingham County leaders learned recently.
Getting in on the clues
A group of local high school students got an up-close look Tuesday at how to investigate a crime scene.
Student killed in accident mourned
Landry Oliver was "a joy to be around," according to Wallace Blackstock, the boy's principal at Marlow Elementary School.
GOP candidates try to highlight their differences
GAINESVILLE - The seven Republican candidates vying this year for the state's U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Saxby Chambliss have more than a few things in common.
Flu death confirmed in Glynn County
The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed the flu-related death of an adult male in Glynn County.
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