Blandford, McCall crossing open

Worker killed at EFACEC plant

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has been notified of the death of a worker Wednesday morning at the EFACEC plant under construction at the Effingham Industrial Park.

Effingham economy still holding its own

The economic picture is gloomy but it isn't as dire as widely thought, Effingham Chamber of Commerce members learned Wednesday morning.

Firm gets go-ahead for old courthouse work

Effingham County commissioners have given the go-ahead to a group for the renovations at the historic Effingham Courthouse.

Planned power outages to continue

Residents in and around the Ebenezer area and in the northern part of Rincon will experience planned power outages over the next few days as Georgia Power upgrades its distribution in that area.

Park could be a boon for IDA’s tract

Casting an eye toward the future of the Research Forest Tract, Effingham Industrial Development Authority learned Thursday what it will take to transform some of that land into a huge recreational area.

Effingham’s Habitat chapter wants to work with Springfield

Jimmy Rutland and George Groce of Habitat for Humanity are hoping to partner with Springfield on providing affordable quality housing in the city.

Work speeding along on EFACEC plant

Its grants in hand for needed improvements, the Effingham Industrial Development Authority is amazed at how quickly the EFACEC plant is coming together.

IDA may turn state road aid over to county

The refrain didn't change for the Effingham County transportation committee.

Georgia Power plans outages for Ebenezer, Rincon areas

Residents in and around the Ebenezer area and in the northern part of Rincon will experience planned power outages over the next few days as Georgia Power upgrades its distribution in that area.

Brewing over TEA party

The tea parties of the 21st century sprung up across the U.S. on Wednesday. But Rincon's own event may have been one of the first in line - and the sentiment expressed at the Vernon C. Hinely Center was no different than the tone at other TEA parties.

Springfield considers dousing fireworks

The Springfield City Council is considering if the annual fireworks will be held this year.

Rincon has questions on kids’ program

Rincon City Council members want to get more information before making a decision on a summer food program for needy kids.

Youth Advisory Council puts out word about autism

The Youth Advisory Council will host an autism awareness night at Effingham County High School.

911 center may be ready in early June

Effingham County's 911 center is expected to be ready to handle calls in early to mid June, county project manager Adam Kobek said.

Alumna partners with Georgia Southern to enhance ECCA student experiences

As director of scientific research at Effingham College and Career Academy (ECCA), Georgia Southern University alumna Michelle Thompson, Ed.D., ('00,'05,'11) is constantly ...

South Effingham boys move into second round

GUYTON -- The persistent wind that howled across its courts wasn't the only thing that created turbulence for South Effingham's boys tennis team Thursday.

Huddle House offers deal to benefit Navigator Team

Huddle House of Rincon is slated to conduct a fundraiser for the Effingham County Navigator Team on Tuesday in observance of Autism Awareness Month.

Mustangs skin Gators

The South Effingham Mustangs took the lead right out of the chute and cruised to an 8-3 Region 2-AAAAA baseball win over Ware County in ...

Effingham County clinches baseball crown

Effingham County rallied for three sixth-inning runs en route to a 6-3 road victory over Brunswick on Wednesday. The comeback propelled the Rebels to the ...

Rebels advance to Sweet 16 in boys tennis

SPRINGFIELD -- The Effingham County Rebels are one step away from their goal.

HYPE enhances future of Effingham County youths

GUYTON - The vision of HYPE (Helping Young People Excel) Outreach Ministries is to keep children focused on productive things.

South Effingham girls maintain perfection

GUYTON -- It's a "Sweet 16" for South Effingham's girls tennis team.

South Effingham girls kick Wayne County

GUYTON -- A new attitude resulted in a winning altitude for the South Effingham girls soccer team.

Mustangs claim Region 2-AAAAA boys soccer title

GUYTON -- Jaydon Parrish went from having "a bad day at the office" to employee of the month.

Morris Multimedia sells newspapers in north Georgia to new company

Charles H. Morris Sr., CEO and president of Morris Multimedia Inc. (MMI) announced Sunday the sale of The Times and The Poultry Times to his ...

Registration deadline looming

The deadline to vote in the May 22 general primary and non-partisan general election is April 23.

Effingham County eclipses Brunswick

The Effingham County Rebels emerged as the victors in a game dominated by strong pitching Monday night.

Ware County holds off South Effingham

A four-run third inning propelled the Ware County Gators to a 7-6 Region 2-AAAAAA baseball victory over South Effingham in Guyton on Monday.

BULLETIN: DRT America to finalize siren commissioning project Tuesday

DRT America, located at the Governor Treutlen Industrial Site, will be finalizing the facility siren commissioning project Tuesday at 10 a.m.