Former ‘This Old House’ host to deliver GHS keynote address

Steve Thomas, host of "Save Our History" on The History Channel and former host of PBS's "This Old House," will present the keynote address at the Georgia Historical Society's 168th annual meeting. Thomas will speak on the importance of preserving the artifacts of history and the adventure of discovering the past. The keynote address will be held at the historic Lucas Theatre for the Arts at 7 p.m. on Thursday.

County may help with I-16 interchange funding

The Effingham County Economic Development Authority and DP Partners are inching closer and closer to development of the 1,700-acre tract the development company has plans for near Interstate 16 and Old River Road in south Effingham.

Lawmakers resolve to solve PeachCare

Effingham County lawmakers believe the few short days left for the General Assembly will result in a budget both chambers can be happy with and will keep PeachCare afloat.

Springfield to look at raising fire rates

The Springfield City Council discussed an increase in user fees with Fire Chief Edwin Rahn on Tuesday.

McCabe gets sentence

A former gymnastics coach who pled guilty in December to two charges in connection with his arrest for child exploitation was sentenced to 30 years in jail Monday.

Cops make meth bust

Effingham County Sheriff deputies arrested two men who were carrying a dangerous chemical in their car, a chemical used to make methamphetamine.

Rincon to ask state for more water, for now

Rincon officials are looking to the future as they work out plans to gain more water and use the water they have more efficiently.

County, Newington reach fire coverage deal

Homeowners in extreme northern Effingham County could be getting a break on their insurance premiums soon.

Man dies in Saturday night fire

The cause of a fire that claimed the life of an Effingham County man Saturday night is under investigation.

Driver killed in Thursday night wreck identified

The Effingham County Sheriff's Office has identified the driver killed in a crash Thursday night.

Georgia Ports mark 10th anniversary of 9/11

U.S. Rep. Jack Kingston, Georgia General Assembly members, U.S. Attorney Edward J. Tarver, GPA Executive Director Curtis Foltz and members of the Port of Savannah's Homeland Security team commemorated the 10th anniversary of 9/11 on Wednesday at the Port of Savannah.

County looks to put alcohol questions on ballot

Effingham County commissioners are hoping to ask voters early next year if they want to approve Sunday sales of beer and wine by the package - and sales of liquor by the drink.

County starts to weigh options on new jail

A needs assessment is expected to answer some of the questions Effingham County commissioners have about building a new jail.

‘Everyday heroes’

The United Way of the Coastal Empire launched another season of fundraising Thursday at the Savannah Civic Center where this year's campaign goal was unveiled to a beat.

Missing man found safe

A man reported as missing Tuesday evening has been found safe, according to the Effingham County Sheriff's Office.

ReStore asks for help after materials stolen

Several pallets of shingles valued at over $1,200 were reported stolen from the Habitat for Humanity ReStore on Aug. 22. These materials were a special donation by the Owens Corning Company in Savannah for the Habitat's first build of 2011, scheduled to break ground in September.

Guyton bond resolution gets an OK from judge

An Effingham County Superior Court judge has approved Guyton City Council's bond resolution for its water and sewer facilities.

Riverkeeper says Ogeechee is still polluted

Recent tests of the Ogeechee River still show disturbing levels of contaminants, and fish are still dying, said Ogeechee Riverkeeper Dianna Wedincamp.

Remembering Logan

Farmers’ market idea grows on city

Seven to vie for Rincon council seats

ECHS baseball player loses his fight after May accident

Throughout the state baseball playoffs, the members of the Effingham County High School baseball team carried the thoughts of a teammate who couldn't be with them.