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County to consider jail agreement again today
Effingham County commissioners will take up an agreement with the three municipalities for county jail services at their meeting today.
Pitching in for the Great American Cleanup
The Effingham County sanitation department made a pitch to Springfield to see if the city wants to pitch in with the Great American Cleanup.
City pushes ahead with block grant application
The city of Springfield is trying to clear up an issue with the state as it pushes forward with a community development block grant application.
Metro unemployment rate rises to 9.3 percent
ATLANTA – State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said that the preliminary unadjusted unemployment rate in the metro Savannah area increased to 9.3 percent in January, up three-tenths of a percentage point from a revised 9.0 percent in December. The jobless rate in the metro Savannah area in January 2010 was also 9.3 percent.
Democrats choose new leadership
The Effingham Democratic Committee elected new officers Feb. 17. Gussie Nease, chairperson and Willie Webb, vice-chair, had to resign from their positions due to health reasons. The new officers are chairperson Jack Garvin and vice-chair Homer Wallace. Retaining their positions are Hank Heller as treasurer and Cathy Brantley as secretary. Nease and Webb will continue to serve on the Effingham Democratic Committee. Nease expressed a desire for a fluid transition and continued growth. "In the ...
Deadline to file property tax return is April 1
April 1 is the deadline for filing a property tax return for 2011. The return is your estimation of value of your property. This date is also the deadline for filing for homestead exemption and Specialized Assessments such as Conservation Use Valuation covenants for 2011.
Farm Bureau marks Ag Awareness Day in state
Georgia's farmers not only preserve the lush farmland you enjoy during a drive in the country, they also help feed the world.
Tea Party to discuss fair tax
The Effingham County Tea Party will be hosting a meeting tonight to discuss the tax system and specifically to provide information about the fair tax.
County holds off on buying new patrol cars
Effingham County commissioners decided not to buy new patrol cars - at least, not any of the Ford Crown Victorias - for now.
County putting ash road mix to the test
Fixing the troubled ash roads in Effingham County could take several different methods, depending on the remedies needed, county commissioners learned Tuesday.
Busy Rincon Fire Dept. to get new gear
Rincon fire fighters should be getting upgraded safety equipment, after city council members approved starting a bid process for a host of gear items.
IDA to spin better Web site
The Effingham Industrial Development Authority may be changing how the world sees it - online.
IDA wants to get moving on work for I-16 tract
With interest in the Effingham Industrial Development Authority's I-16 tracts percolating, board members are weighing what to do to get those parcels ready - and how quickly they may need to act.
City vows to address drainage
Residents of a flood-plagued neighborhood asked Springfield City Council members what's taken so long to find out what can be done about their problems.
ECSO continues searches
Effingham County Sheriff's deputies are continuing their search for a man reported missing by his family more than week ago.
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County to hold budget hearing tonight
Effingham County commissioners are scheduled to hold a public hearing on their fiscal year 2012 general fund and special fund budgets tonight.
Rincon honors award winners
Rincon City Council members paid tribute to its honorees for the 2011 Humanitarian Awards and its winners in the annual Fourth of July parade.
Springfield gets audit results
Springfield City Council members got the results of their annual audit at last Tuesday's meeting, along with approving a purchasing policy.
County to slash budget by nearly $1.8M
Effingham County commissioners likely will adopt a smaller budget for the current fiscal year - and stick to their vow not to raise the millage on county property owners.
Big changes for some districts
One of the most direct impacts of last year's Census is already in the hands of county commissioners.
Check, please!
T.C. Madison III and Jennifer Coker of Liberty Mutual present the $10,000 "Bring Back the 4th" grant from Liberty Mutual to the city of Springfield.
Rincon Council members uphold officer’s suspension
Rincon City Council members have upheld the suspension of a police officer who was disciplined for being involved in three collisions but reduced the amount of pay he was docked.
Judge to rule on Springfield mayor by Aug. 1
Jeff Northway will learn by Aug. 1 if he will continue as mayor of Springfield. But in the wake of closing arguments and final testimony Friday morning, Northway could be in more serious trouble.
Northway trial continues
Springfield Mayor Jeff Northway will take the stand again this morning as the Effingham County Superior Court proceeding on whether he will continue as mayor enters its third day.
Guyton to move ahead with sewer plans
Though Guyton has opted to pursue building its own wastewater treatment plant, Effingham County commissioners say the door for future cooperation is still open.
Most of Effingham Parkway makes draft list
Effingham County leaders didn't get everything on their wish list through the regional transportation roundtable's executive committee. Still, plenty of the road projects they want done through the potential sales tax proceeds is moving forward.
Rincon may look for help laws, jobs
Rincon City Council may look for help as it considers whether to revise its ordinances and the job descriptions for city employees.
Toddler drowning called accidental
Effingham County Sheriff's investigators have ruled out foul play in the death of a toddler who drowned in a swimming pool Friday evening in Effingham County.
ECSO adopts zero tolerance for holiday
The Effingham County Sheriff's Office will take part in this national mobilization of law enforcement agencies to focus on efforts toward getting drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol off of the road. Operation Zero Tolerance will be in force through the July 4th holiday weekend.
Springfield considers starting farmer’s market
Springfield City Council members want to find just the right spot for potential farmer's market.
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