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City: Recycling program a success
Springfield is hoping to turn its recycling pilot program into a full-blown initiative.
Simply smashing
United Way of Effingham County reached, surpassed and broke campaign records this year, raising $313,000 - the most money Effingham County has ever raised for United Way.
The word is out to get buckled up
As millions of Americans are hitting the road for the holidays, public safety and law enforcement officials are buckling down on efforts to get drivers and passengers to be safely restrained.
ECSO offers tips for holiday shopping safety
Shopping during the holiday season can present unique danger. Taking a few prevention measures can help keep you safe this holiday season.
Forum to air views on at-large chairman post
Effingham County residents will be able to offer their opinions on the county commission's chairman at-large position at an upcoming forum.
Stream of prospects keeping IDA staff busy
Though the Effingham Industrial Development Authority wasn't chosen for two large prospects, interest in the community remains strong, IDA CEO John Henry said.
State: Tourism could be a big draw
A nine-member team of state tourism officials gave Effingham County glowing marks in a recent visit.
State unemployment rate dips to 10.2 percent
ATLANTA-Georgia's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined to 10.2 percent in October, down one-tenth of a percentage point from 10.3 percent in September, as well as from October a year ago.
Road closures planned for parade
Highway 21 in Rincon will be closed to through traffic Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to noon for the annual Rincon Lions Club Christmas Parade.
County, DOT weigh options at Blue Jay and 17
The state Department of Transportation and Effingham County will try to find remedies for one of the county's most accident-plagued intersections.
SCAD students cast designing eye on city
Springfield residents got a look at several ideas for the future of the city, thanks to the minds of Savannah College and Art Design graduate students.
A hero's rewards
The community came together at Veterans Park on Friday morning to remember local heroes and to recognize the effects U.S. conflicts have had on Effingham County.
State Patrol post marks its 10th year with re-dedication
It was hard for Bill Hitchens and many others to believe the Georgia State Patrol post in Rincon is now 10 years old. It was even harder for Hitchens to believe that it came to be in Rincon at all.
Rincon welcomes first 24-hour firefighters
The first 24-hour full-time firefighters in Effingham County are on the job in Rincon, Rincon Fire Chief Corey Rahn said.
Springfield council turns down group home’s request
After several neighborhood residents urged them, Springfield City Council members voted down a variance request for a group home.
Articles by Section - Local
Commissioners adopt updated job description for county administrator
With a revised county administrator job description in place, Effingham County commissioners may begin searching for a new day-to-day leader.
County commissioners approve new travel policy
A new travel policy for Effingham County employees is set to go into effect, after commissioners unanimously approved its adoption last week.
Long arms of the law help trapped driver
The quick actions of two Effingham County Sheriff's Office deputies are being credited with saving a man's life Thursday afternoon.
Honey Ridge Road closed; 2,000 without power
The Effingham County Sheriff's Office reports that Honey Ridge Road is closed at Highway 119 because downed trees and power line.
Lee ready to start next term as mayor
Ken Lee took his oath as the mayor of Rincon for the third time Monday night. Starting next month, he'll have more time to devote to his elected duty.
Mars to make its debut
The long-awaited premiere for the Mars Theatre has been set.
Jury, trial date set for Moretz case
For a third time, a jury has been selected for Kimberly Moretz's trial.
Five injured in crash on Highway 17
Five people were injured, including one seriously, in a three-car crash Thursday afternoon on Highway 17 at Roebling Road.
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