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Williams decides to seek another term as Hardeeville mayor
City of Hardeeville Mayor Harry Williams has announced that he has changed his mind and decided to seek a third term in office in the upcoming Nov. 5 General Election. Williams had previously stated earlier this year he would not be seeking reelection to the seat. Williams said in a...
How former South Effingham star Alex Brown showed adaptability after transfer to Clemson
For Alex Brown, the setting may change — but the effort and talent of the former South Effingham softball star is a constant for a player who has shown she can adapt. After two seasons at the University of North Carolina, Brown transferred to Clemson for her junior season in 2024 and she...
Suspect sought in drug trafficking investigation
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – The Effingham County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit and the Screven County Sheriff’s Office have identified a suspect in connection with a drug trafficking investigation. On Saturday, officials executed a search warrant on a home on Oak Street in Oliver. Thirty-nine-year-old William Elijah of Effingham County is wanted in connection with […]
BlacQuity Announces the Second Annual ROOTS & RIVERS FESTIVAL to be Held September 14th
BLUFFTON, SC - BlacQuity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Black entrepreneurs, is thrilled to present the second annual Roots & Rivers Festival, a vibrant celebration of local businesses and community spirit. This year’s Coastal Cowboy and Cowgirl-themed event will take place on September 14, from 2 – 8 p.m. at the scenic river view of Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf St., and will include live music, line dancing, mechanical bull riding, artisanal vendors, craft beer, food trucks, and new to the festival this year, a Kid Zone and VIP experiences.
Emergency warning sirens approved to be placed throughout Bryan County
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Bryan County is set to install warning sirens in North and South Bryan County, after an EF-4 tornado devastated the area of Pembroke in April of 2022 costing nearly $17,000,000 in damage and killing one woman. WTOC spoke with leaders in the area for some...
Woman charged with fraud after claiming more than $12,500 in SNAP benefits, SC officials say
BEAUFORT, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Social Services said Monday they arrested a woman who fraudulently received more than $12,500 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. (Above video is the Monday morning headlines for July 22, 2024.) Officials said Marcia Marie Kidd, aka Monica Kidd Coleman,...
10-year-old sentenced following death of Noah Bush
JESUP, Ga. (WSAV) – A 10-year-old charged following the death of Noah Bush has been sentenced, a source from the courtroom tells WSAV. The juvenile was charged with trespassing and concealing the death of another just over a week ago. He will face two years in a probation detention center. Bush was 8 years old […]
City of Statesboro is accepting applications for Housing Rehabilitation Program
STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – The City of Statesboro will once again be accepting applications to its Housing Rehabilitation Program. Starting Monday homeowners with lower incomes who occupy substandard housing within the city limits are encouraged to apply for the 2024 Housing Rehabilitation Program to receive assistance with home repairs and renovations. Applications for assistance must […]
Tucker Wetmore plots debut headling tour: “An absolute dream of mine”
Fast-rising country artist Tucker Wetmore has announced his headlining Waves on a Sunset Tour. The trek kicks off Oct. 4 in Statesboro, Georgia, and will hit Chattanooga, Grand Rapids, Little Rock, Knoxville and more before concluding in Chicago on Nov. 16. “GUYS I’M GOING ON MY FIRST HEADLINE TOUR!!” Tucker...
Beaufort Memorial Hospital welcomes its new PATH Career Development Center
BEAUFORT COUNTY, Sc. (WTOC) - Monday, Beaufort Memorial opened its PATH Career Development Center. Through the PATH Program, Memorial staff learn what it takes to be nurses, medical assistants, patient care technicians and more. The career development center will teach the skills needed for bedside treatment through four state-of-the-art simulation...
Authorities: Increased law enforcement presence in and around Sun City-Hilton Head
SUN CITY HILTON HEAD, S.C. — Above video: Your Monday headlines. Update 11:23 a.m.: According to the BCSO, a deputy attempted to pull over a vehicle with a stolen license plate. The car drove into Sun City. They located the vehicle, but not the driver. They are searching for...
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