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Help for storm victims available
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Staff Report
Published: Sep 13, 2017, 1:35 PM

The following local non-profits are available to assist Effingham County residents in the wake of Tropical Storm Irma:

 

Today starting at noon:

Hot meals provided by Springfield United Methodist Church

210 Cleveland St, Springfield

 

Today 3 p.m.-5 p.m.

New Hope Christian Church will open their food pantry

2550 Courthouse Road, Guyton

 

Thursday 10 a.m.-3 p..

Manna House of Rincon will open the thrift store and food pantry

1210 Patriot Drive, Rincon

 

Continuing until Sept. 30

Effingham County-Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD)

Anyone with damage to their home/property can register with the VOAD for help

All services are free (chainsaw work, debris cleanup, mucking out) but limited by demand

Register as soon as possible 1-800-451-1954.
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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