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Houlihan Bridge impassable
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Submitted report
Effingham Herald
Published: Jun 16, 2022, 12:51 PM

PORT WENTWORTH -- The Port Wentworth Police Department was notified about an issue with the Houlihan Bridge and it has been determined to be non-drivable.

At this time, Ga. Hwy 25 has been shut down going northbound from Bonny Bridge Road and is being redirected until further notice. The South Carolina Highway Patrol and the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office has been notified and will also be assisting with redirecting traffic coming into Georgia on South Carolina State Route 170. 

The Georgia Department of Transportation has been notified and is en route to assess and fix the issue. 

 
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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