Archive By Section - Around Town
Yard sale helps Habitat
YMCA's priceless gifts gala
Zeigler holds campaign fundraiser
Supporters turned out Thursday night for a fundraiser for Effingham County commission chairman at-large candidate Dusty Zeigler.
Sanders named to UW board
United Way of the Coastal Empire welcomed over 300 supporters to the 70th annual meeting and awards luncheon Thursday at the Armstrong Center. The program included the induction of new board members and recognition of community volunteers for their hard work and dedication.
Local Brownies celebrate Girl Scout Sunday, Easter
Knight taps Majette to lead his U.S. Senate campaign
ATLANTA - Former Congresswoman Denise Majette announced that she is throwing her support behind U.S. Senate Democratic candidate Rand Knight and will serve as the state chairwoman for his campaign.
L.I.F.E. hosts social event
L.I.F.E., Inc. hosted a social event on March 20 at the Spring Hollow community in Springfield.
Celebrating Georgia Day
Tyson offers lawn care tips to Rotarians
Effingham County Cooperative Extension Coordinator Bill Tyson was the guest speaker at the Effingham Sunrise Rotary Club on March 18.
Drescher completes basic training
Air Force Airman Keny L. Drescher has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
Crosby named to Savannah Tech's board of directors
SAVANNAH - Lamar Crosby of Rincon has joined the Savannah Technical College Board of Directors, the institution's local governing body.
Beard named conservationist of the year
Daniel Beard was named the resource conservationist at the Ogeechee River Soil and Water Conservation District's annual awards for the best farmers on Feb. 21.
Pryor awarded in soybean contest
Wilkins informs community members about research for childhood cancers
Effingham Sunrise Rotary president-elect Bonnie Dixon thanks Jenny Wilkins for her presentation on the "Elf from Catie" campaign for cancer research. For each elf purchased through the program, 30 percent will go to Cure Childhood Cancer (www.curechildhoodcancer.org
Smith named 165th’s IG
Maj. David Smith has been selected to serve as the new inspector general for the 165th Airlift Wing of the Georgia Air National Guard.
Articles by Section - Around Town
Strickland Funeral Home, supplier come through for Treutlen House
A grant from the York Children's Foundation and matched by Thomas C. Strickland and Sons Funeral Home will assist the Treutlen House at New Ebenezer with its day-to-day expenses.
Fortsons receive Golden Deeds Award
The Exchange Club of Effingham honored a local husband and wife for their commitment to helping others in the community.
Red Cross facing shortages of all blood types
The American Red Cross is facing a looming blood shortage, leading to an urgent need for donors of all blood types to roll up a sleeve and give.
Community comes out for Clyo back-to-school rally
Scott and Sons Trucking Company partnered with Effingham County Recreation and Parks to host their fifth annual back-to-school rally Saturday at the Clyo Community Center.
United Way offering the aid of Social Apostolate
The United Way Effingham Service Center is offering a program to assist people who need a birth certificate or Georgia photo ID.
Mars hosting next concert in Music Maker Relief series
Louisiana Zydeco musician and blues accordion player Major Handy will take the Mars Theatre stage Aug. 9, and the show will be the fourth in a series of six concerts at the Mars in support of American Roots and Blues Artists through the Music Maker Relief Foundation.
Finding hidden treasures
Thirty-three children have been enjoying the Ebenezer Treasures day camp this week at the New Ebenezer Retreat Center.
Harris to lead Effingham Rotary
David Harris assumed the role of president of the Rotary Club of Effingham County, taking over from Beth Epling, whose one-year term ended.
Senior clerk sworn in
Effingham County Probate Judge Beth Mosley swore in Susan Dobson as senior clerk.
Nine-year-old to man lemonade stand for cancer research
An Effingham County girl is doing her part in the fight against childhood cancer.
ECSO to hold another ‘Teens Ride with Pride’
The Effingham County Sheriff's Office Traffic Enforcement Unit will host its next Georgia Teens Ride with Pride course July 22 at 7 p.m. at the Effingham County Courthouse.
State NAACP chief to pump up local chapter
Statesboro's Francys Johnson has been on a mission since being elected president of the Georgia State Conference of the NAACP in October.
United Way to hold series of seminars
Georgia Legal Services staff attorney Nancy DeVetter will present a new project the United Way is helping to fund which will assist low-income families with issues relating to public benefits and records restrictions, expungements and pardons.
DNR, SCMPD to host boater safety course
SAVANNAH - The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department Marine Patrol Unit will conduct a boater safety course on July 19.
Retired Educators hold annual banquet
The Effingham County Retired Educators held their annual banquet June 30, handing out two $650 scholarships and their community service award.
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