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Ford named superintendent
Dr. Yancy Ford
Dr. Yancy Ford answers a reporter's question at the end of the Feb. 5 Effingham County Board of Education meeting. - photo by Mark Lastinger/staff
Staff Report
Effingham Herald
Published: Feb 5, 2020, 9:49 PM

SPRINGFIELD -- During its regularly scheduled meeting Wednesday, the Effingham County Board of Education selected Dr. Yancy Ford  to replace retiring Superintendent Dr. Randy Shearouse.

Ford, set to assume his new post July 1, received unanimous support. He has served the Effingham County School District for more than two decades. 

The former Effingham County High School principal is currently the assistant superintendent.

See the Feb. 12 edition of the Herald for more details.
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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