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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.
Assessment notices have been mailed
The Effingham County Board of Assessors mailed 27,180 change of assessment notices on April 30. Property owners have 45 days to review their new assessment and file an appeal if they feel their assessed value is incorrect.
Boater safety course set for May 17
SAVANNAH - The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department Marine Patrol Unit will conduct a boater safety course on May 17.
Rincon to add to planning staff
Rincon may be adding to its city staff in the next few months, after city council members approved a job description for a community development planner.
Rincon awards bid for new fire station
Rincon City Council members approved a bid for the planned Blue Jay/McCall road fire station, granting the contract to Nicky Powell Construction on Monday night.
Variety of issues, stances for commission hopefuls
From fire stations to libraries to water and sewer debt, Effingham County commission candidates staked their positions and their claims to the three seats up for election this month.
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.
Crash claims life of Guyton man
An Effingham County man died in a motorcycle crash early Saturday morning.
Commissioners take a look at slightly bigger budget
Effingham County commissioners are poring over a draft fiscal year 2015 budget that is an increase over their current revenue and spending plan.
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