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Man injured in crash in possible hit-and-run car
A man was seriously injured in a wreck in Effingham County Monday night, in a car matching one that had been involved in a hit-and-run.
Early voting period for primary ends Friday
Secretary of State Brian Kemp reminds Georgians that early voting ends on Friday for the May 20 primary election.
Residents with functional, medical needs urged to get on registry
The start of hurricane season is just around the corner and those residents who meet certain criteria are encouraged to apply to be on the Effingham County Functional and Medical Needs Registry.
Second trial in pig attack delayed
The trial of an Effingham County man accused in the March 2013 attack on a pet pig is delayed as defense attorneys wait on a witness - the accused's alleged accomplice.
GSP seeks answers on fatal wreck driver
The Georgia State Patrol is working to determine who was driving a car that crashed early Saturday morning in Effingham County, killing one of the two men inside the car.
Driver survives collision with log truck
Kiersten Close's plans for a beach day with her best friend came to a jarring halt Monday afternoon.
One man killed in early morning crash
One man was killed in an overnight crash in Effingham County.
City looks for county’s aid on park parking
Springfield officials asked Effingham County commissioners Tuesday if and when they could help with improvements around Ulmer Park.
Campaign has taken Kingston to all corners of the state
The fabled Georgia writer Sidney Lanier described Georgia covered from "Rabun Gap to Tybee Light." Jack Kingston is now more than familiar with what Lanier had in mind.
Hearing date set for appeal on elections board decision
An Ogeechee Judicial Circuit judge will hear an appeal filed on the Effingham County Board of Elections' dismissal of a challenge to county Commissioner Vera Jones' candidacy.
Hospital issues alert on potential phone scam
Effingham Health System is making the public aware of scammers who are targeting people in the area.
Saturday early voting to be held this weekend
Secretary of State Brian Kemp reminds Georgians of Saturday early voting this weekend. Polling locations throughout the state will be open this Saturday.
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Crash claims life of 4-year-old child
A 4-year-old child died and two people were injured in a traffic crash caused by a reckless driver Friday afternoon, according to the Effingham County Sheriff's Office.
ECSO looking into report of suspicious man
The Effingham County Sheriff's Office has received a report of a white man in a white or silver SUV who approached two children Thursday afternoon in the Stonegate subdivision and tried to get them into his car.
County approves parkway concept
Effingham County commissioners know the way they want to proceed with a revised Effingham Parkway plan. Who will pay for it remains to be seen.
Grand jury indicts former Springfield mayor
A former Springfield mayor who resigned his post two years ago now faces an indictment stemming from his run for office.
Libraries to get a small funding boost
Effingham County's pending budget will include a little more money for the libraries, and commissioners also pledged to help the library system find ways to further pare expenses.
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.
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