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Brown earns his diploma from ABAC
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TIFTON—Billy Brown II of Guyton received an associate’s degree in forest technology during spring semester commencement exercises at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College.

A total of 229 students completed the requirements for graduation from ABAC at the end of spring semester, according to Dr. Niles Reddick, vice-president for academic affairs. These students were eligible to receive their bachelor’s degree or associate’s diplomas at graduation on May 7.

Effingham School Board Approves $203M budget with Potential Property Tax Increase
2026 budget
This chart illustrates how the Effingham County School District’s $203 million general fund is allocated for fiscal year 2026, including spending on salaries, benefits, transportation, health services, and safety and security. (Courtesy of Effingham School District)
The Effingham County Board of Education approved a $203 million fiscal year 2026 budget Thursday night, reflecting an 11% increase over last year. The rise is largely due to an $8 million spike in health and retirement benefit costs for employees. To help cover the shortfall, the district may raise the property tax millage rate, potentially increasing homeowners’ taxes by up to 12 percent.
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