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Cleanup from Hurricane Heléne continues
Storm debris cleanup
As of Nov. 12, more than 32,100 cubic yards of debris had been collected in unincorporated Effingham County; and an additional 9,000 cubic yards from Rincon. (Submitted photo.)
Published: Nov 15, 2024, 8:29 PM

Special to the Herald

SPRINGFIELD – The vegetative debris cleanup stemming from September’s Hurricane Heléne is continuing.

As of Nov. 12, more than 32,100 cubic yards of debris had been collected in unincorporated Effingham County. That equates to nearly 2,700 standard dump truck loads.

Another 9,070 cubic yards of debris have been picked up in the City of Rincon -- 756 additional standard dump truck loads.

The cleanup is expected to continue into early December.
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)
Mya Taylor
Updated: Jul 25, 2025, 6:32 PM
Published: Jul 25, 2025, 4:34 PM
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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