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Group not satisfied with feds’ response to threatened lawsuit over Hyundai permits
Editor's note: This story has been updated to include language from a letter from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to the Ogeechee Riverkeeper. More than 30 days after threatening legal action to halt the largest economic development project in Georgia’s history, a lawyer on Thursday expressed impatience with federal officials for...
Lightning strike disables vehicle on I-16 near Metter
CANDLER COUNTY, Ga. — Candler County deputies say a vehicle was disabled in the middle of I-16 after being struck by lightning. Deputies say Metter Police initially responded around 3:30 p.m. Saturday to mile marker 103, that's near the Metter and Reidsville exit #104. The car came to a stop in the emergency lane on the westbound side.
Former Trump political director, now a Georgia Congressional candidate offers insight on tonight’s speech
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Former President Donald Trump is expected to make it official tonight and accept the Republican Party’s nomination at the top of the 2024 presidential ticket. That will happen at the National Convention in Milwaukee. And it comes just five days after Trump survived an assassination attempt. Georgia 3rd Congressional District Republican […]
One man dead following shooting in Augusta
AUGUSTA (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting in Augusta. On Saturday, July 20th, around 12:46 a.m., deputies responded to the 2400 block of Acapulco Drive in reference to shots fired. Upon arrival, they located an unidentified male who had been shot at least once. The Richmond County Coroner’s Office […]
Chick-fil-A dethroned as America’s best fast food restaurant, report says
(Gray News) - Chick-fil-A has been dethroned as America’s best fast food restaurant, according to USA Today. The Atlanta-based fast food restaurant was crowned No. 1 on the publication’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards for nine consecutive years. However, this year, the restaurant dropped to No. 3.
Chatham County Animal Services offers half-off adoptions
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Chatham County Animal Services shared Friday that their adoption floor is full, causing some potentially adoptable pets to wait even longer to get a shot at a new home. To combat increasing pet stays with Animal Services, they are holding a “Cookout Cuties” sale where all their adoptions will be half […]
Savannah State University Presidential Search Committee holds first meeting
The Savannah State University Presidential Search Committee met for the first time on Thursday, July 18 on the SSU campus to establish goals, timelines, procedures and more as the group began the process for finding a full-time President to lead the historically Black university. University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Sonny Perdue was in attendance, as was a representative from AGB Search, a firm hired to bring in applicants for the committee to consider before they settle on a group of three to five finalists.
Hostess City no longer in running to host Sundance
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Savannah will not be home to the Sundance Film Festival, according to an update from the Sundance Institute’s website. The renowned festival, which has showcased premieres of award-winning movies for over four decades, has been accepting submissions for a new host city. The festival’s contract with longtime homes Park City and […]
Gators & Gypsies to hold grand opening downtown on Saturday night
Downtown Statesboro can add a new entertainment place to its roster with the grand opening of Gators & Gypsies. Owned by Statesboro native Ginny Hendley, G&G is a new lounge that features arcade games, multiple lounge areas, a bar, pool tables, and more. The lounge will host its grand opening on Saturday, July 20, with doors opening at 6pm. Live music will begin at 7pm and play until 11pm. It is located at 19 E. Vine St. in downtown Statesboro. Ginny describes G&G as a place “where everyone can escape the ordinary and wander into the land of Gators and Gypsies.” Step inside to relax...
Weekend beach and surf forecast: July 20 and 21
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Up and down the southeast coast the summer doldrums have set in. Surf has been small in the 1-2 foot range which for this time of year is typical since July is climatologically the smallest month of the year when it comes to waves on the east coast. As we go […]
Savannah-Chatham Co. Public School System says Powerschool is down, impacting registration
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System says access to Powerschool is down to the technology outage. The school system says if you’re trying to use Powerschool for registration or update, try again later. The school system apologizes for the inconvenience.
Spotlighting great antique stores in the CSRA
(WJBF) – Antique stores are where you can find treasured, nostalgic items of your past, and the CSRA has wide variety of locations. Over the past few seasons of “Your Hometown Road Trip,” the team has visited several antique stores, so for this episode we stopped by just some of the locations.
Ice Cream Day is July 21. Celebrate at Savannah's new custom ice cream sandwich shop
National Ice Cream Day returns on July 21. There are plenty of options for celebrating around Savannah, but residents can try out a brand new business in the area. The Baked Bear, a national chain specializing in custom ice cream sandwiches, will open its Savannah shop at noon on Saturday, July 20. According to its Instagram, the first 50 people in line will get a free sandwich.
Augusta University and rental owners are teaming up
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) - A home with 5 out of 7 apartments currently vacant is a common reality for many rental property owners. And at Augusta University, with their growing enrollment, they need more places for their students to live. That’s where a partnership comes into play. AU hopes...
Local military community reacts to shocking allegations against nonprofit founder
RINCON, Ga. (WSAV) – A Rincon woman is accused of defrauding the federal government by taking benefits from the Department of Veteran Affairs that were not legally hers, and the local military community is in shock. Miranda Briggs allegedly collected more than $130,000 in VA benefits as the spouse of a veteran who passed. That’s […]
Statesboro leaders make room for tallest building in the city
STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – A landmark housing development in Statesboro is shaping up a year out from its projected completion date. The $61 million project is being called Charme on Georgia Avenue. “Bit by bit that project is coming together,” said Justin Williams, planning and housing administrator for the city of Statesboro. Williams says it’s […]
Off the Beaten Path: Former Liberty County Jail holds 'melting pot' of art
One of the best places to see art in Hinesville, Georgia, is in the drunk tank. And no, you don’t need to get thrown into the back of a police cruiser to take a look. That’s because the Liberty Melting Pot of Art, the preeminent art organization in the region, has turned the old Liberty County Jail into an art gallery.
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