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Retired Educators receive awards, raise funds for scholarship
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Members take time to participate in the silent auction to raise funds for the annual scholarship. - photo by Photo provided
Staff Report
Updated: Jun 15, 2009, 7:30 PM
Published: Jun 15, 2009, 8:09 PM

The Effingham County Retired Educators held their annual banquet awards luncheon at Ebenezer Retreat Center on May 27. Speakers were state Sen. Jack Hill and state Reps. Jon Burns and Buddy Carter.  Entertainment was provided by new retiree, Aileen Tuten, and daughter, Susan Hartzog.

Peggy Varnell received the GREA Leadership Award, and Patsy Zeigler received the GREA Community Service Award.

The Scholarship Award was presented to Melissa Yarbrough and Lisa Wilson. This award was presented by committee person, Beverly Hathaway, Elizabeth Zipperer, Peggy Varnell and Carolyn Kessler.

A silent auction was held to raise money for next year’s scholarship.
Effingham County High School Debuts 'Rowdy the Rebel' Mascot
Rowdy the Rebel
Rowdy the Rebel makes his debut at Effingham County High School, walking the halls and greeting students during his first tour of the campus. (Submitted photo)
Updated: Aug 15, 2025, 8:14 PM
Published: Aug 15, 2025, 5:27 PM
Effingham County High School introduced its new mascot, Rowdy the Rebel, this week. Inspired by popular sports mascots, Rowdy will appear at school events, pep rallies, and games, giving students a fresh way to engage and celebrate school spirit.
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