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County moves forward on revising alcohol ordinance
Effingham County commissioners have voted to remove the separation requirement between churches in retail or business centers and businesses that sell alcohol.
County may hike its garbage fee for recycling
Effingham County residents might face a little higher bill for sanitation next year to cover the cost of the recycling program.
Governor signs bill re-defining chairman's post
Gov. Nathan Deal has signed into law a measure that would limit the powers of the Effingham County Board of Commissioners chairman.
EPD: River safe for fishing, swimming
Almost a year after a major fish kill that was linked to contamination, state officials claim the Ogeechee River is safe for fishing and swimming.
Drug testing for welfare benefits signed into law
Gov. Nathan Deal has signed into law legislation that requires drug testing for welfare benefits and cracks down on the spreading problem of metal theft.
Savannah readies for the power of sail
Already regarded as one of the top destinations for tourists in the South and the U.S., Savannah is about to embark on a new chapter when a flotilla of sail pays a call.
Springfield starts move to hire new public works chief
The city of Springfield hopes to fill a hole in its staff with the hiring of a public works director.
County to discuss fire fees
Effingham County commissioners are expected Tuesday to discuss fire fees for the upcoming fiscal year, after their last discussion also delved into the massive water-sewer debt the county faces.
Hall to challenge Mallard for DA's post
Ogeechee Judicial Circuit District Attorney Richard A. Mallard hopes to maintain his position by running for office again. This year, he is challenged by local attorney Martha Kirkland Hall, who once worked under former district attorney Joe Martin.
Springfield to take a look at safe serving for fall festival
Springfield officials will continue to look at ways to provide training for those who may be manning the beer tent at the upcoming fall festival.
County puts alcohol separation rules back on the table
Effingham County commissioners will wait until their next meeting to delve into distance requirements between churches and outlets selling alcohol.
Rincon ready to start recycling
Curbside recycling could be coming to Rincon as soon as July 1.
Rincon UMC Relay For Life team giving cancer the flush
You might say that Rincon United Methodist Church's Relay For Life team is taking the fight against cancer sitting down.
Bohannon refutes city's charges
Less than a week after his ouster as Rincon police chief, Mike Bohannon has fired back at the city.
Bohannon out as Rincon police chief
Rincon Police Chief Mike Bohannon was fired Thursday morning, just two days after being placed on administrative leave.
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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