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A fund has been set up to help a local family devastated by a fire last week.
February 03, 2014
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By Paul Floeckher
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Local
Severe Weather Awareness Week kicked off Monday in Georgia, a time when residents are encouraged to set aside a few minutes each day to prepare for unexpected events, practice emergency response procedures for all types of weather and learn more about local threats.
February 03, 2014
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Staff report
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Local
Gov. Nathan Deal announced immediate reforms for how the state communicates with Georgians when under a winter storm warning; he also named the Governor's Severe Winter Weather Warning and Preparedness Task Force, which will advise on implementation of reforms and suggest short-term and long-term solutions.
February 03, 2014
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Staff report
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Local
Effingham County leaders and Chamber of Commerce members, along with members of its state legislative delegation, met with state officials Monday and Tuesday during the Chamber's Effingham Day at the Capitol.
January 30, 2014
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By Patrick Donahue
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Local
ATLANTA - A bill introduced late in last year's General Assembly session is getting support from environmental groups as it comes back before state legislators.
January 30, 2014
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By Patrick Donahue
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Local
ATLANTA - What could become one of the General Assembly's most controversial bills is generating quite a buzz - well before it hits the floor for a vote.
January 30, 2014
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By Patrick Donahue
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Local
The warnings local officials issued to stay off Effingham County roads on Tuesday and Wednesday appear to have paid off.
January 30, 2014
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By Paul Floeckher
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Local
Effingham County students will be back in school on Thursday, albeit with a little later start.
January 29, 2014
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Staff Report
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Local
After consultation with GEMA Director Charley English and other state agency heads, Gov. Nathan Deal has signed a state of emergency declaration related to the winter storm for the entire state of Georgia. The governor has delayed the opening of state government until noon Wednesday.
January 28, 2014
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Staff report
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Local
The Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department offers the following tips from its training unit on driving in wintry conditions:
January 28, 2014
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Staff report
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Local
Effingham County commissioners may adopt a unique solution to repair a subdivision's damaged roads.
January 27, 2014
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By Patrick Donahue
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Local
As Georgians continue to experience record-low temperatures this winter, Georgia Power is reminding customers that preparation and planning can help minimize the impact of the severe weather on their energy bills.
January 27, 2014
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Staff report
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Local
With potentially dangerous winter weather expected to move into the area, the Effingham County School System has canceled school for students on Tuesday and Wednesday.
January 27, 2014
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Staff Report
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Local
A prospect that has been in hibernation for quite a while has asked the Effingham Industrial Development Authority to extend an option on land.
January 23, 2014
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By Patrick Donahue
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Local
Effingham County is about to attempt to curtail the number of accidents at one of its most troubled intersections.
January 23, 2014
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By Patrick Donahue
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Local
