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The stars come out at Camp Hollywood
When Jeanie Driver first brought her autistic sons to the Arc of Effingham's Camp Hollywood four years ago, she didn't know what to expect.
River advisory still in effect
The Effingham County Emergency Management Agency still maintains the Ogeechee River advisory until further notice.
Commissioners hope sheriff looks at dispatch, vehicles options
As Effingham County commissioners voted to trim the sheriff's office budget for the current fiscal year, they also bandied about possible cost-saving measures they hope Sheriff Jimmy McDuffie employs.
County budget meets approval
After three previous attempts - and a half-dozen votes Tuesday that failed to produce a majority - Effingham County commissioners finally hammered out a successful first reading of the fiscal year 2013 budget.
State Chamber releases 2012 candidate surveys
ATLANTA-The Georgia Chamber of Commerce has made its 2012 candidate survey available to Georgia voters as they prepare for the July 31 primary elections. This year's survey was designed to assist Georgia Chamber investors and pro-business Georgians make the most informed decision possible when voting on their elected officials.
GOP candidates agree on most of the issues
STATESBORO-Four Republican candidates vying to face incumbent Congressman John Barrow in the 12th Congressional District race met onstage Thursday night to stake their claim to their party's nomination.
Group files federal suit against Springfield
An organization that had been seeking to open another group home in Springfield has filed a suit against the city, claiming discrimination in the city's zoning practices.
Springfield begins to make strides in Railroad Avenue project
The city of Springfield is getting closer to starting work on a long-awaited project to help south Railroad Avenue residents.
Northway resigns as Springfield mayor
The city of Springfield will determine if a special election is needed to fill its mayor's position.
Court rules class-action against G-P can proceed
Residents near the Georgia-Pacific Savannah River Mill have been granted the ability to file a class action lawsuit against the mill for damages from the mill's emissions.
Hall touts background in child crime cases
Ramping up the final three weeks of her campaign, Ogeechee Judicial Circuit district attorney challenger Martha Kirkland Hall met with supporters at a reception Tuesday in Rincon.
District 4 hopefuls seek to even budget
Two Republicans seeking the Effingham County Board of Commissioners District 4 seat pledge to do whatever is necessary to balance the county's budget - even if that means commissioners taking a pay cut.
District 1 GOP candidates push their experience
The two Republicans running for the Effingham County Board of Commissioners District 1 seat each believe they have the professional and personal experience to be an effective county commissioner.
Articles by Section - Local
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.
A quiet respite in the storm
As a firefighter, Brooke Dicks can have intense work days.
County wants to get good word on shelter out
Effingham County officials are wondering how best to get the word out about the work being done by the animal shelter.
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