Archive By Section - Around Town
Civil War coming to Rincon next month
Effingham County will enjoy a mix of new and old during a free community event, the Civil War Experience, on May 18 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. in Rincon.
UDC to mark Confederate Memorial Day on Sunday
The Effingham County Hussars Chapter No. 2285, United Daughters of the Confederacy, will host Effingham's annual Confederate Memorial Day program Sunday at 4 p.m. The remembrance will be held at the Confederate Monument at the graves of 26 unknown Confederate soldiers in the Guyton Cemetery.
Bowser wins Exchange Club speech contest
The Exchange Club of Effingham County recently held its annual American citizenship speech contest. Each student was advised that the speech must carry a positive theme of patriotism and pride in the democratic form of government.
Tallent shines for Rotary
Joe Tallent, president-elect of the Effingham Sunrise Rotary Club, received the Paul Harris Fellow designation from Rotary International, for his generous contributions to the Rotary Foundation for the cure and eradication of polio.
Orchestra’s spring concert set for Sunday
Effingham Community Orchestra will present its spring concert April 21 at 3 p.m. at the Effingham County Recreation and Parks gymnasium at 808 Highway 119 South in Springfield. Admission is free.
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.
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Family Promise schedules work days for day center
Family Promise of Effingham is close to opening its doors, but first the organization needs volunteers to ready its day center.
Alexander graduates from basic training
Air Force Airman 1st Class Thaddeus A. Alexander graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio, Texas.
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