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New Georgia election laws you should know about
ATLANTA — Georgia's state election board is considering new rules that could establish new procedures ahead of the November election. These rules could really change how elections work just a few weeks before people cast their votes for president. In the meantime, Georgia's latest election laws went into effect...
United Veterans of Millen founder receives Salute to Service Award
(WJBF) – It’s that time again where we introduce you to our Salute to Service honoree. Each month, we spotlight one of our men and women in uniform who continues to make a difference in their community. This month, we had the honor of speaking with Stephen Thompson....
New complaint calling on Gov. Brian Kemp to investigate State Election Board meeting
ATLANTA — Fulton County's Elections Board Chair, Cathy Woolard, has filed a complaint with Gov. Brian Kemp -- demanding an investigation into a recent State Election Board meeting. Woolard, acting as a private citizen, cited the lack of public notice and insufficient member attendance as key reasons for her...
Saxton win's SJGT event in Statesboro
Guyton's Madi Saxon, a rising high school senior who has committed to play collegiate golf at the Savannah College of Art & Design, won the Girls 15-19 age group at the SJGT Forest Heights Junior Classic played July 16-17 at Forest Heights Country Club in Statesboro, Ga. Saxton posted scores...
Bulloch County Schools to offer free lunch to most students
STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – Bulloch County Schools is expanding its free and reduced lunch program to almost every school in the county. The district will provide free meals to all students at 12 of 15 schools in the county. Brooklet Elementary School and both Southeast Bulloch Middle and High Schools were out of range to […]
Over 2,000 Effingham County residents out of power
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – The Effingham County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) says about 2,100 customers are currently out of power, according to Georgia Power. ECSO says there are also a few powerlines down on Courthouse Rd. and Little McCall Rd. The department is asking drivers to be careful while out on roads during the passing […]
Local Entrepreneurs Selected for Inaugural Class of Launch Savannah
The City of Savannah recently welcomed the inaugural class of Launch Savannah, a new business accelerator program offered by the Economic Development Department in partnership with The Creative Coast and the Small Business Assistance Corporation. Launch Savannah is a 12-week intensive, in-person series designed to provide an elevated business education...
Raines adds Sea Palms Resort to portfolio
Management, development and investment company Raines adds the Sea Palms Resort in St. Simons Island, Ga., to its management portfolio. This addition, owned by RREAF Holdings, is now part of Woven by Raines, the company’s lifestyle division, and includes a golf course, marking the second golf course managed by Raines.
Restaurant Inspections: Downtown stalwarts stumble on keeping their cool
Here are the Georgia Department of Health's restaurant inspection scores for Chatham County, conducted July 10–July 16, 2024. Scores in each category are listed by most recent inspection date. The Georgia Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Section, conducts regular restaurant inspections to help keep residents and visitors safe. ...
Savannah Bananas soar over D.C. with the 1st Helicopter Squadron
The 1st Helicopter Squadron partnered with the Savannah Bananas baseball team for an aerial tour around Washington, D.C., July 11. The flight was part of the Savannah Bananas’ game presentation showcased to thousands of fans at Nationals Park on July 13, highlighting the squadron's mission and inspiring the next generation of Airmen. Leading the mission was U.S. Air Force Capt. Alexander Jones, a UH-1N Huey pilot assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron and a former catcher for the Miami Marlins organization. ...
Son charged with neglect after father found dead in Grovetown, police say
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A 74-year-old was found dead in Grovetown, and now his son is being charged with neglect, Chief Jamey Kitchens stated on Thursday. April Evalyn Short was charged with premeditated murder in the death of her 11-month-old son on post. On Wednesday, July 17, at approximately 8:40...
Executive Director of Greater Augusta Arts Council to retire after 27 years
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Greater Augusta Arts Council has announced that Executive Director Brenda Durant will be retiring after nearly 3 decades. Durant took the position in 1997, and under her leadership, she’s taken the arts council to new heights. “I love that we’re managing public art right now, I love how Arts in […]
Learn about the new changes coming to the ACT exam
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - High school students are going to be seeing some big changes to the ACT. Bayvale Elementary got a gift of a vehicle that's being converted to a book bus. The goal is to promote literacy by bringing books directly to the community. The head of the...
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