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Ebenezer community digs out from tornado (update: 1)
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Friends, family, neighbors and strangers have helped residents salvage what was left and patch some of the damage caused by Saturday night's tornadoes. - photo by Photo by Pat Donahue
Staff Report
Updated: Apr 7, 2008, 9:00 AM
Published: Mar 16, 2008, 8:23 PM

Residents along Ebenezer Road are cleaning up and fixing up after a tornado tore through the area late Saturday night.

At least one home was destroyed and several others were damaged. Reports indicate six people were hurt in the storm, but none of the injuries are believed to be life-threatening.

See Tuesday's edition of the Herald for more coverage on Saturday night's storm. 
Effingham High School Band to Perform at NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
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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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