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County wants input on possible alcohol changes
Effingham County commissioners hope to get public input on potential changes to the county's alcohol ordinance.
Springfield OKs permit for fall festival on Laurel Street
Plans are taking shape for a fall festival in downtown Springfield. But first, organizers may have to learn how to best serve the expected patrons.
Judge rules Riverkeeper has no standing in suit
An state administrative hearings judge ruled Tuesday that the Ogeechee Riverkeeper has no standing to bring a case about the Ogeechee River.
Commissioners opt not to pay bill - for now
After a lengthy and sometimes sharp-edged debate, Effingham County commissioners agreed in a divided vote to repay another current commissioner's company for installing a generator - but the question is when to do it.
Bill to limit chairman’s voting moves to Senate
A bill that would limit the powers and duties of the Effingham County commission chairman is in a state Senate committee for consideration.
Tall Ships visit to pay a call on Chamber members luncheon
Joe Marinelli, president of Visit Savannah, will speak to an Effingham Chamber of Commerce membership luncheon on Savannah's plans for the upcoming Tall Ships Festival that Savannah will host starting May 3.
Hinson to seek re-election as magistrate
Judge Scott Hinson, Effingham County's Chief Magistrate, is announcing his intention to seek re-election for a second term in July's non-partisan election.
Guyton pushes for paving, drainage upgrades
Residents in one area of Effingham County soon may get some much-needed road improvements.
IDA setting strategic course for its future
Members of the Effingham Industrial Development Authority believe they have a vision of what they want to accomplish and what it may take to get those done, after finishing discussing their strategic plan.
IDA renews pact with Chamber
The Effingham Industrial Development Authority has renewed its professional services agreement with the Effingham Chamber of Commerce.
Springfield gets ready for next streetscape phase
Work on Springfield's long-awaited streetscape project is continuing, and its next phase could start later this year.
City hopes to get Mars work soon
Plans for the renovation of the Mars Theater could be afoot soon, after Springfield City Council's action at its meeting Tuesday night.
Guyton to take up signs issue
With no signage regulations currently in place, the City of Guyton has virtually no say in the signs that go up in the city.
Hursey announces bid for re-election
Elizabeth Z. Hursey has announced that she will seek re-election for the office of clerk of Superior Court in Effingham County. Qualifying for the position opens May 23.
Firehouse Subs delivers grant for county fire department
Effingham County Fire Rescue received a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for two thermal imaging cameras.
Articles by Section - Local
Boating accident claims life of Guyton man on Lake Sinclair
Authorities are waiting for the autopsy results on an Effingham County man who died as a result of a boating accident last week on Lake Sinclair.
County to take look at rec improvement planning
Effingham County commissioners are expected to approve a contract for architectural and engineering services in conjunction with improvements at the Effingham County Recreation and Parks' Highway 119 complex.
Conservancy ready to help in wetlands reserve program
In recent weeks, Congress has passed legislation to provide hundreds of millions of dollars for American landowners who agree to certain conservation measures for their land. Each county in Georgia has land which may be eligible for these programs.
The places Rincon Police can go, with its new UTV
The Rincon Police Department has a new set of wheels - one that can access areas standard police cars can't.
County ponders how to pay for fire coverage
As Effingham County commissioners ponder how to improve fire protection and coverage in parts of the county where it is lacking, they also have to figure out how to pay for it.
ECSO starts campaign to prevent kids from being left in hot cars
Sheriff Jimmy McDuffie and the Effingham County Sheriff's Office are promoting the "Look Again" initiative to prevent children from being locked in cars during the hot summer months.
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