Hodges completes infantry basic

Army National Guard Pfc. Mark E. Hodges has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning.

United Way getting facelift

The United Way facility in Rincon is about to undergo some major renovations now that they no longer have to share the building with the YMCA.

Former Rincon mayor to run for council

Staff report

Springfield gives go-ahead for spray field

The Springfield City Council approved an agreement with EMC Engineering to work on permitting for the land application site.

CGRDC says it's not getting information it needs on DRIs

Effingham County officials and the Coastal Georgia Regional Development Center seem to have a difference of opinion on developments of regional impact submissions.

Cadle speaks to Sunrise Rotary

Effingham Sunrise Rotary President Ace Herring thanks Ed Cadle for speaking during their weekly meeting. Cadle is the director of Mission on the Move, which is a non-denominational non-profit organization that ministers to the needs of people in need in Mexico and Central America.

Effingham Living available Thursday

Copies of the Effingham Herald Thursday will seem a little heavier than normal.

Ambrose picked to fill council seat

The Springfield City Council appointed Jeff Ambrose to fill the remainder of Ron Boatright's term Tuesday.

Griffin to challenge Garvin for mayor

For the first time in several years the city of Guyton will have two candidates running for mayor. Incumbent Michael Garvin has decided to run again and resident Fred Griffin will run as well.

Rincon to take look at trash service

The city of Rincon will send out requests for trash removal bids in the coming weeks to secure the best service at the best price for residents.

Chicago realtor speaks locally

Hospice Savannah at Rotary

Marna Lewin of Hospice of Savannah presented the benefits of Hospice care to the Rotarians. She also explained how this non-profit organization is successfully serving the five county metro area of Savannah.

Tittle named Ladies Auxiliary national VP

Jan Tittle of Rincon was elected national vice president of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. at the 94th national convention of the Ladies Auxiliary held Aug. 18-23 at the Bartle Hall Convention Center in Kansas City.

Rincon looking for new building inspector

As the city of Rincon welcomed its latest employee, city manager Donald Toms at Monday night's city council meeting, it says goodbye to another, longtime building and zoning inspector Cathy Hughes.

Seniors line up to get fans

Senior citizens congregated at the United Way in Rincon on Wednesday to receive free fans as part of the organization's annual fan giveaway.

Springfield adds more parking

Springfield City Council members addressed a long-standing goal at their Jan. 13 meeting.

Rincon Police sets sights on acquiring second K-9

The Rincon Police Department is getting closer to acquiring another K-9.

Commissioners still have questions on transportation resolution

Effingham County commissioners aren't ready to sign off on a resolution forged by a statewide legislative committee exploring ways to finance transportation improvements.

Commissioners OK new sheriff’s office

There are still a few items left to address, but the Effingham County Sheriff's Office is settled into its new home.

County approves recreation master plan

With the land in hand to build a large, central recreation facility, the Effingham County commissioners also have signed off on a 15-year master plan for the county's recreation needs.

Former mayor pleads guilty

A former Springfield mayor pled guilty last Wednesday to charges of perjury and false swearing.

Screven textile plant cleaning up its act

STATESBORO - After recent violations regarding on-site discharge, a Screven County textiles plant is making changes to rectify the matter.

Guyton resident questions mayor, council

A Guyton resident brought up a series of concerns about how the city is being run - and how her issues are not being addressed - to the city council.

Alexander named chief in Pembroke

It hasn't taken long - and he didn't have to go far - for Randy Alexander to find a new job.

Lady Mustangs playing in memory of teammate

The South Effingham girls basketball team's game against Glynn Academy last Tuesday was a happy occasion.

Commissioners balk at accepting new ECSO headquarters

The Effingham County Sheriff's Office deputies and staff have moved back into their renovated building - but no one is ready to hand over a certificate saying the administrative complex.

County adds land for planned rec complex

As the master plan has its finishing touches applied, Effingham County will have plenty of room for its anticipated central recreation complex.

Guyton to start search for new chief

It hasn't taken long - and he didn't have to go far - for Randy Alexander to find a new job.

SEHS students mourn schoolmate

The South Effingham girls basketball team played with heavy hearts tonight against Coffee after losing one of their teammates this week.

County to open warming station

With temperatures expected to drop below freezing over the next couple days, Effingham Emergency Management is providing an emergency warming station for citizens who would otherwise be exposed to inclement weather.