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Delegate Diary: '... the best day ever.'
For the first day of the convention, we began with a wonderful breakfast at the resort and a very enlightening and passionate speech by Dr. Ralph Reed. Dr. Reed went over some of the platform topics and stressed the importance of voting for President Trump. We boarded the bus at 11 a.m. with delegates first. I am a whip, and so we needed to be in the arena and ready to go early. As we boarded the bus, a Homeland Security agent checked bags and...
Missing Tennessee woman's phone pings in Georgia cities, police say
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Have you seen Valerie? Tennessee police have requested Georgia's help locating a missing woman after her phone pinged in two of our cities. Valerie Elder Smiley, 41, was last seen on June 28 at 2 p.m., leaving her home in Chattanooga. Local police said she was driving...
$50,000 REWARD: Frantic Hunt for Missing Georgia Girl Maria Gomez-Perez
Authorities are tirelessly working to locate Maria Gomez-Perez, a 12-year-old girl from Georgia who mysteriously vanished over a month ago, with recent developments suggesting she may now be in Florida. This detail emerged following an extensive multi-state search operation highlighted by WFLA. Last seen on the evening of May 29 after a phone conversation in her Gainesville home, her whereabouts since that fateful night remain painfully elusive, despite the combined efforts of law enforcement across multiple states, including Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Illinois, and Maryland.
Councilwoman Victoria Jones Sworn in as Member of Georgia Municipal Association Board of Directors
Councilwoman Victoria Jones was formally sworn in as a member of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term on Sunday, June 23, 2024, during the GMA Annual Conference in Savannah, Georgia. This prestigious event marks a significant milestone in Councilwoman Jones's career as she begins her second term as a member of the GMA Board, underscoring her commitment to public service and leadership within the municipal community. She also serves as the President of the GMA District 3 Northeast Region, one of 12 GMA districts in the state, a role she has held for two years.
Heartwood Community looks to expand footprint in Bryan County, ease convenience for residents
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The community of Heartwood in Richmond Hill is continuing its expansion. The area isn’t just seeing a housing boom either it’s growing as a commercial space. WTOC has an updated look at the area. “You know, we’re just getting started,” said VP of Real...
Second Gentleman postpones Georgia event scheduled for Monday
NORCROSS, Ga. - Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff has postponed his trip to Georgia on Monday, according to the White House. Emhoff was scheduled to travel to host a roundtable discussion in Norcross on July 15 to launch AANHPIs for Biden-Harris, a national organization that mobilizes Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander voters.
2024 MLB Draft: Left-handed pitcher Carter Holton selected by the Atlanta Braves in 2nd round
The Guyton, Ga. native was a standout in high school at Benedictine Military as a three-time All-Greater Savannah Player of the Year (2018, 2019, 2021). He led Benedictine to three Regional Titles in four years, winning the state championship in one of them. As the nation’s top left-handed pitcher and No. 24 overall recruit, he was drafted before ever stepping foot on campus in the 19th round of the 2021 MLB Draft by the Milwaukee Brewers. However, Holton decided to forgo the contract and try his hand in the SEC.
Chatham County under severe thunderstorm warning until 4:45 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Chatham County until 4:45 p.m. At 3:40 p.m., a severe storm was detected over the interchange of interstates 16 and 95, and moving northeast at 10 mph. ...
Sheriff's Office: Adult faces felony charge following disappearance, death of 8-year-old Jesup child
WAYNE COUNTY, Ga. — Authorities say an adult has been charged in connection to the disappearance and death of an 8-year-old child in Wayne County. Noah disappeared back on May 15. His body was discovered the following day. More than 50 days later, after investigators initially said there was...
Hinesville Police Need Help in Fatal Shooting at Harbor Rains Apartments
On July 8, 2024, shortly before midnight, Hinesville Police Department officers responded to a report of a shooting at 601 Saunders Ave, Harbor Rains Apartments. Upon arrival, they found an adult male who had been fatally shot. Investigators are seeking assistance from the public with this case. Anyone with information...
Beaufort City Council looks at solutions for Daufuskie Island ferry concerns
DAUFUSKIE ISLAND, S.C. (WTOC) - It has been some rough waters for the Daufuskie Island residents. Between a shift in ferry docking locations and a new ferry operator, residents say this past year has been a nightmare. The saga started last year when the county switched operators for the ferries,...
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