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STC to offer career prep courses
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SAVANNAH — This fall, Savannah Technical College Continuing Professional Education is offering two career preparation courses to help job seekers stand out in the crowd. Taught by Pat Yovich, CEO of First Class Marketing Solutions, a successful business owner, professional coach, and frequent speaker, the classes offer critical insights and valuable information for job search success.


“Prepare for Online Interviews” is a three-hour session that covers what employers are looking for in the online application and helps job seekers learn how to successfully complete online applications and prepare an effective cover letter or cover email. It also includes some helpful how-to tips on job searching and great resources. The class will be offered Sept. 10 and 17 from 6-9 p.m. at the STC Crossroads Campus (190 Crossroads Parkway, off I-95 Exit 102). The cost of the class is $159.


“Get the Edge for Interviewing” is a three-hour session that helps you learn to market yourself in preparing for the interview and covers all aspects of presentation. This session also includes mock interviews that help job seekers identify their strengths and weaknesses before stepping into a real interview. The class will be offered Sept. 11 and 18 from 6-9 p.m. at the STC Crossroads Campus. The cost of the class is $159.


For registration and payment, contact Reeshemah Johnson, (912) 443-5808 or rjohnson@savannahtech.edu. Credit and/or debit card payments may be made via telephone. Money order, personal or cashier’s checks made payable to Savannah Technical College will only be accepted at the Crossroads Campus.

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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