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Juneteenth Celebration held in Springfield
Servant Emanu'el Branch
Servant Emannu’el Branch asks the audience, “How did we get here?” The Effingham County Branch of the NAACP held a Juneteenth celebration on June 17 on the campus of the old Central High School in Springfield. The event was chaired by Lucy Powell, and about 150 people attended. (Photos by Gilbert Miller/Effingham Herald.)
Q&A with the IDA: How Effingham County is Managing Growth, Jobs, and Housing
IDA Q&A
Effingham County Industrial Development Authority Vice President Jessica Hood (left) and CEO Brandt Herndon say the county is focused on attracting quality employers while carefully managing growth to preserve the community’s rural character. (Submitted photo)
Effingham County is growing fast, fueled by its proximity to the Port of Savannah and the Hyundai plant. IDA leaders Brandt Herndon and Jessica Hood explain what’s driving the boom — and how the county is planning for smart, balanced growth. Read the full Q&A to see what’s next and why it matters to you.
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