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More outages scheduled
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Georgia Power’s next round of outages and upgrades will be conducted April 5-7.

On Monday, the following areas will experience an outage beginning at 9 a.m. and lasting up to eight hours:
• Old Dixie Highway from Springfield-Egypt Road to Chester Thomas Road
• Green Morgan School Road from Old Dixie Highway to northeast of Arnsdorff Loop
• Sisters Ferry Road from Old Dixie Highway to Angus Exley Road
The alternate date for the outage is April 6.

On April 6, the following areas will have an outage beginning at 5 a.m. and lasting up to eight hours:
• Kentucky Fried Chicken/Taco Bell to Krystal’s and several small retail centers on Lisa Street.
The alternate date for that outage is April 7.

On April 7, the following areas will have an outage beginning at 9 p.m. and lasting up to 12 hours:
• Kroger’s shopping center
The alternate date for that outage is April 8.

Residential customers with questions can call 1-888-660-5890.

Business customers with questions can call 1-888-655-5888.

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)
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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