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Tornado sirens soon will be operational

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Patrick Donahue

Updated: Apr 22, 2015, 1:47 AM

Published: Apr 22, 2015, 1:49 AM

Rincon soon may have new tornado sirens up and active, just in time for tornado season. The city received four sirens from the city of Winder, near Athens, for free. Moving and installing the sirens is expected to cost about $30,000.

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Effingham High School Band to Perform at NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade

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)

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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