Archive By Section - Around Town
Manna House donation
Delores Dukes, president of the Women of the Rincon United Methodist Church, presents a check for $250 to Lisa Bush, director of Manna House, for the Manna House Ministries. Its food pantry hours of operation are Monday noon-2:30 p.m., Thursday 2-4:30 p.m. and Friday 9-11:30 a.m. For more information, call 827-2037 or email mannahouse@windstream.net.
Courson completes basic training
Army Pvt. Jessica L. Courson has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
An ‘Olympig’ performance
Troy Alford, pictured with Effingham Sunrise Rotary Club President Bonnie Dixon, presented the American Diabetes Association fundraiser campaign to the club. Alford serves as the Effingham County representative for the 17th Annual Kiss-a-Pig "OlymPigs" fundraiser. For more information about this club, call Lonnie Pate at (888) 395-0440.
Chapman completes Navy C School
Petty Officer 3rd Class Nicholas James Chapman of Rincon graduated from C School in Jacksonville, Fla., on April 10.
VonBergen finishes basic training
Air Force Airman Helen A. VonBergen graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
Rotary Club holds annual auction
The Rotary Club of Effingham County held its annual fundraising auction, "Dollars for Dreams," at the Mill Creek Lodge on Saturday night.
Relay for Life trip winner
Chatham County Advance Deputy Morgan McCumber is pictured presenting Corporal Patricia Gardner with the gift certificate representing a three-night stay at the Amelia Inn, Amelia Island, Fla.
Robinson earns CPDE designation
Tara Robinson of Re/Max 1st Choice Realty in Rincon has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area is ravaged by "distressed" homes in the foreclosure process.
Breathing life into the ‘immortal 600’
As notorious as the conditions that made the prisoner of war camp at Andersonville infamous, life was no better and perhaps even worse for the "immortal 600," said Allison Perry III.
‘New’ addition at Living History Site
The Historic Effingham Society moved the Zittrouer-Seckinger house from Highway 119 between Springfield and Clyo to the Living History Site on Friday.
Preserving heritage
The Effingham Hussars No. 2285, United Daughters of the Confederacy, donated a copy of the Georgia Division Song Book to the Live Oak Library, Springfield branch. This book contains music and history of the most beloved Southern heritage songs as well as a CD of the music. One of the annual activities of the Effingham Hussars chapter is to donate a book of historical significance to the library which will provide helpful information on preserving ...
Nease receives Golden Deeds Award from Exchange Club
The Exchange Club of Effingham presented their prestigious "Golden Deeds Award" to Gussie Nease at the Springfield United Methodist Church service on Sunday morning. This award is given to individuals who exhibit outstanding qualities and acts of service to others.
Options for teen pregnancy
Laura Devisscher speaks to Rotarians about the services and needs of the Pregnancy Care Center of Rincon.
Rotary learns about hospital program
Jennifer Cobb, speech/language pathologist at Effingham Hospital, told the Effingham Sunrise Rotary Club about new treatments available at Effingham Hospital for dysphagia or difficulty swallowing. The medical disorder impacts mostly older patients with a cognitive impairment. The hospital offers services to help achieve optimal communication with speech impairments. The Sunrise Rotary Club meets at the Guyton Christian Church Center, 105 Third St., Guyton, Tuesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. More information is available on its Web ...
O’Neal speaks to Sunrise Rotary
Effingham Rotary Sunrise President Bonnie Dixon thanks Darrell O'Neal for his presentation on environmental health. O'Neal works with the Department of Public Health to ensure that local restaurants are complying with FDA food code regulations. He also does testing for public pools and well water.
Articles by Section - Around Town
Teeing it up for a friend and to fight Alzheimer’s
Even as David Jimenez slipped into the grasp of Alzheimer's, he continued to play golf and impart lessons about the game he loved.
Effingham Democrats hold caucus
The Effingham County Democratic Committee held a public caucus to elect and re-elect members to the committee to represent all Democrats in the county. Chairman Jack Garvin presided over the election.
Sunrise Rotary greets district governor, welcomes newest member
Rotary District Governor Bob Griggers and his wife Brenda visited the Effingham Sunrise Rotary on Sept. 10. Driggers started Bob's Auto Salvage, Inc., in Byron.
Rincon sets times for trick-or-treating
The city of Rincon will observe Halloween 2012 on Oct. 31 from 6-9 p.m. and the Rincon Police Department will be out in force to help ensure safety in the neighborhoods.
Exchange Club heats up for Chili Cook-Off
The Effingham County Exchange Club is sponsoring a Chili Cook-Off on Oct. 13 in conjunction with the Springfield Fall Festival in downtown Springfield.
Neal graduates from Army War College
Army National Guard Lt. Col. Reginald G. Neal has graduated from the U.S. Army War College at Carlisle Barracks in Carlisle, Pa., and earned a master's degree in strategic studies. The college is the Army's senior educational institution.
Hospital to hold Guys Night Out
Effingham Family Medicine, in conjunction with Effingham Health System, will host its third annual Guys Night Out, a free health education and prostate cancer screening program for those who qualify.
ECSO to hold car seat check
The Effingham County Sheriff's Office has announced it will conduct a National Seat Check event Thursday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Rincon Wal-Mart.
Effingham Rotary welcomes district governor, honors Rotarian of the Year
The Rotary Club of Effingham County welcomed Bob Griggers, Rotary Club district governor, to the club's weekly meeting.
Roads in Guyton to close for parade
Sections of State Routes 17 and 119 in Guyton will be closed from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, Sept. 15, for the Holy Convocation Parade.
Effingham Orchestra to hold ‘Our Favorites’ concert on Sept. 23
Effingham Community Orchestra director Andrea Huff has announced that the orchestra will present its second annual "Our Favorites Concert" on Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. The concert will be held at the Effingham County Recreation and Parks Department gymnasium, 808 Highway 119 South in Springfield. Admission is free.
Honors for Scouts
Boy Scouts from Troop 650 in Rincon celebrated their court of honor and their rank achievements.
Second Saturday in Springfield
The Springfield Merchants Association held its initial Second Saturday, offering free hot dogs and soft drinks to passers-by.
Explorer post to hold informational meeting
The Effingham County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Exploring Program will hold an informational meeting and demonstration for youth interested in joining and learning about the career field. Applications for membership are available for download at http://www.effinghamsheriff.org/divisions/exploring.aspx.
Victoria Hall named finalist in statewide pageant
Victoria Hall, age 13, was chosen as a state finalist in the National American Miss Georgia Pageant, held in July at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel in Atlanta.
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