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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.
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.
Articles by Section - Around Town
Effingham Health to tee it up for local charities
Effingham Health System will host a golf tournament to benefit local charities March 28 at Lost Plantation Golf Club.
Georgia Conservancy honors Springfield
The Georgia Conservancy recognized the work to purchase Thompson's Island on Ebenezer Creek near Springfield and the Cumberland Island's alternative spring break volunteer program at its annual oyster roast March 1.
DOT to hold meeting on 119, Magnolia work
The Georgia Department of Transportation is seeking input on the proposed reconstruction of Highway 119 from Magnolia Place to Highway 21 in Effingham County.
Patterson honored with award from Boy Scouts
The Coastal Georgia Council, Boy Scouts of America recognized outstanding community leaders and volunteers at the annual Silver Beaver Banquet on Feb. 22.
For Hayes, the diabetes battle is personal
The Kiss-a-Pig campaign is personal to Mimi Hayes.
Red Cross thanks those who make it work
March is Red Cross Month, and the American Red Cross would like to recognize the nation's everyday heroes who reach out to help their neighbors when they are in need.
Morris graduates from basic training
Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Kalyn M. Morris graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio, Texas.
ADA to hold diabetes alert day
People considered at high risk for type 2 diabetes are urged to get tested during the annual American Diabetes ALERT Day on March 25.
Hayes to lead Kiss-a-Pig campaign
For the fifth year in a row, Effingham County will have a participant in the Kiss-a-Pig campaign, the largest fundraiser of the year for the American Diabetes Association.
Chamber ready to serve up annual Taste
The Effingham Chamber of Commerce is setting the table for the annual Taste of Effingham, set for Thursday from 5-7 p.m. Chamber Director Rick Lott said that as of Feb.16, there were 14 booths signed up to provide food and beverage to the audience at the Effingham County Recreation and Parks gymnasium on Highway 119 in Springfield.
Wright completes basic training
Air Force Airman 1st Class Fallyn R. Wright graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio, Texas.
Halle group calls upon Ebenezer
Nearly 280 years ago, the people who would be Effingham County's first European residents gathered in Germany to begin a trek that took them to The Netherlands, England and eventually to the new settlement of Savannah. Last week, a group from Halle, Germany, made the trip to see where those original Salzburgers established their new homes.
ECCA pays a visit to Exchange Club
Barbara Prosser, chief executive officer of the Effingham College and Career Academy, spoke at the Feb. 5 meeting of the Exchange Club of Effingham County.
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