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Seven local students graduate from the University of Georgia
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University of Georgia students from Effingham County completed requirements for their degrees at the end of spring semester. Each student participated in the May 8 commencement exercise.

Christopher Gregory, from Guyton, master of business administration

Leanne Lefavi, from Guyton, bachelor of science in agriculture

Joshua Patterson, from Guyton, bachelor of arts in religion

Morgan Moore, from Rincon, bachelor of science in education in exercise and sport science

Rajal Patel, from Rincon, bachelor of science in microbiology

Derek Walker, from Rincon, bachelor of science in computer science

Emily Wood, from Rincon, bachelor of science in health promotion

Victoria Brannen, from Springfield, bachelor of arts in communication studies

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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