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'Stang Gang' holds pep rally at Sandhill Elementary
There's a big football game tonight
Cheerleader high five
A South Effingham cheerleader gives a Sandhill Elementary student a high five Friday morning before school. (Photos by Birk Herrath/Effingham Herald.)
Updated: Sep 22, 2023, 3:37 PM
Published: Sep 22, 2023, 3:35 PM

The “Stang Gang” -- students, football players, and cheerleaders from South Effingham High School greeted students at Marlow, South Effingham, Sandhill and Blandford elementary schools before school Sept. 22 to get them excited about the rivalry football game tonight. Effingham County has won the last three meetings between the two schools; but South Effingham is riding a 3-0 record in 2023. (Photos by Birk Herrath/Effingham Herald.)
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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