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Unbeaten Panthers fill middle school pipeline
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Panthers wide receiver Khiry Wallace leaps while catching a pass defended by Justice Mydell of South Effingham on Oct. 4 at Rebel Field. - photo by Mark Lastinger/staff
SPRINGFIELD -- Effingham County coach Buddy Holder doesn't have to look toward a distant horizon to see the future of his football program. It's right next door -- and it's unmistakably bright. The Effingham County Middle School Panthers, led by coach Mark Smith, completed a perfect regular season Thursday afternoon by edging Burke County 40-36.
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Effingham High School Band to Perform at NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
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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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