Archive By Section - Around Town
HES shows off restored depot
The depot at the Blandford station was a hub of activity along the Central of Georgia Railroad for decades. After years of disrepair, it has a new home and a new life.
Community celebrates Olde Effingham Day
The community enjoyed the eighth annual celebration of local history and heritage, Old Effingham Day, on Saturday.
Effingham Idol takes the stage
One vocal group and 13 soloists entertained the crowd Saturday at the second annual Effingham Idol competition as part of the Olde Effingham festival.
Effingham CAP member recognized as top recruiter
For two months, Cadet/Chief Master Sgt. Brandon "Bates" Hollifield has been the top recruiter in the state for the Civil Air Patrol.
Gourd Sprouts visit care center
The Coastal Gourd Sprouts brought several of their hand-painted gourds for Effingham Care Center residents to enjoy.
It’s an Adventure at outdoor expo
A big crowd turned out Saturday for an outdoor expo at Effingham County High School, as part of the first Effingham Adventure Weekend.
Busy weekend ahead for the area
It will be a busy weekend in Effingham County, with one new event and one annual favorite providing plenty of activities.
Stepping up to the plate to Kiss-A-Pig
Even though she is the littlest team captain, Abbey Brannen is running a big Kiss-A-Pig campaign.
A pitch for recreation
Fuller Chevrolet general manager Tommy Arden presented a check for $500 to Clarence Morgan, director of Effingham County Recreation and Parks, as part of the dealership's support of Chevrolet Youth Baseball and the rec department.
ECVWAP to mark crime victims’ rights week
The Effingham County Victim Witness Assistance Program will observe National Crime Victims' Rights Week with special events and programs, including hosting the domestic violence symposium, "New Challenges – New Solutions: Erase the Threat," and the "Jeans for Justice" annual fundraiser.
Logistics program shines at Rotary
Ashley Kieffer, director of the Business Logistics Management program at the Effingham College and Career Academy, told the Sunrise Rotary Club about the first high school logistics class in Georgia, at the Career Academy.
James graduates from basic training
Air Force Airman Cameron T. James graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.
Adventure Weekend expected to draw big crowds
Local churches are anticipating a large turnout for next week's Effingham Adventure Weekend.
Andrea Stone wins coloring contest
Andrea Stone won the Easter coloring contest sponsored by the Effingham Herald and Teach Right.
Smalls graduates from basic training
Army Pvt. Mark A. Smalls has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C.
Articles by Section - Around Town
Lest we forget
In light of the accusations of waiting lists and other problems at Veterans Administration hospitals and facilities across the country, state Sen. Jack Hill said the nation needs to make taking care of its veterans one of its top priorities.
A welcome homecoming
Students typically enjoy the last day of school, but three Effingham County girls had an unforgettable one Friday.
EHS Auxiliary honored for service above self
The Effingham Health System Auxiliary was awarded the Sunrise Rotary Club of Effingham County's Service Above Self Award.
Mail carriers deliver for Manna House
Rincon residents participated in the National Letter Carriers Postal Food Drive on May 10, as they were encouraged to fill a bag with non-perishable food items and place it at their mailbox. These items were collected and donated to a local food pantry to help "stamp out" hunger.
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