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A local feel to Occupy movement
Effingham residents take part in, defend Occupy Savannah
Larry Quigley at OCCUPY SAVANNAH 10-15-11
Effingham County resident Larry Quigley, a Vietnam War veteran, stops to take a look at one of the signs put up as part of the Occupy Savannah effort in Savannahs Emmet Park. Some Effingham residents are taking part in the protests. - photo by Photo provided
Occupy Wall Street has reached the Coastal Empire. The New York-based, grassroots movement spreading across the country has captured the interests of some in Savannah and Effingham County, with protesters seizing the opportunity to speak out about societal and economic issues driving their frustrations. “If it started with anything,” said Claudia Collier, a south Effingham resident, “and the momentum that is keeping it going is Americans feel like things are out of their control — whether it’s our government, whether it is our votes, a feeling that our votes don’t count, or whether it’s these huge corporations and banks.
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Effingham High School Band to Perform at NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
St. Patty's Day
Effingham County High School band members are preparing to represent their school and community on a national stage in New York City next March. (Courtesy of Effingham County High School)
The Effingham County High School marching band has been invited to perform in New York City’s historic 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade. This prestigious opportunity marks the band’s largest performance to date, showcasing their talents on a national stage.
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