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Commission chair says there’s no ‘single silver bullet’ to improving Georgia’s Medicaid program
The head of a new commission tasked with recommending improvements to Georgia’s Medicaid program said Thursday that she did not see a single solution for all of the issues facing low-income and uninsured state residents. Caylee Noggle, whom Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp tapped to chair the Comprehensive Health Coverage...
MISTR Offers Free STI Test Kits Available at Select Georgia Walmarts
– MISTR, a telemedicine provider for sexual health, is partnering with select Walmart locations in Georgia to offer free at-home STI test kits. This initiative aims to increase access to convenient and confidential testing, particularly in areas with high HIV transmission rates. – MISTR goes beyond STI testing, offering telemedicine...
Savannah Chatham County Public Schools working to assist non-English speaking families
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Savannah Chatham County's public school system is working to better assist families with non-English speaking issues. The district is starting by offering Spanish interpreters when needed. In the past, some families had to hire their own interpreters to have successful conversations. According to the latest census...
Dylan’s Thursday Morning Forecast
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) -We’re still tracking a few isolated rain chances this morning. We’ll continue tracking these chances through sunrise as temps start in the 70s to lower 80s. Throughout most of the day, I’ll track mostly cloudy skies. If you plan on heading out to the beach, we’ll be under moderate risk for rip currents.
Sergeant Jasper Park offers daytime getaway close to home
Just off Interstate 95, tucked away in the Lowcountry pines and Christmas fern is a hidden landscape complete with fishing ponds and nature trails waiting to be explored. Sergeant Jasper Park can be found at 1458 Red Dam Road in Hardeeville, off of Interstate 95's Exit 8. It is 321 acres and offers many free, family friendly activities such as biking, walking trails, birdwatching, and picnicking.
Theater Around Town: Assembly of Phantasms presents Grimms' Fairytales July 26 and 27 and more
This is a rundown of shows and activities in theater you can catch around town. ‘Theater Around Town’ navigates you through an eclectic array of performances, offering a glimpse into the diverse talent and creativity thriving within Savannah's theater community. Assembly of Phantasms presents “Grimms' Fairytales” in a...
Two people injured in shooting at Waldburg, Paulsen St.
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Two people were injured in a shooting at the intersection of Waldburg and Paulsen St. on Wednesday. According to Savannah Police, officers responded to a ShotSpotter report at around 3 p.m. When they arrived, they discovered that a man and a woman had shown up at the hospital.
Who are the top returning quarterbacks in the Greater Savannah area for 2024?
Savannah has grown as a big-time recruiting target for Power Five football programs in the last decade and the Hostess City has had a run of stellar quarterbacks in recent years. It's been a remarkable run with former Benedictine quarterback Holden Geriner earning a scholarship to Auburn and New Hampstead's Pauly Seeley landing...
Chatham County coroner identifies victim in Highway 204 shooting
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Chatham County coroner has identified the victim in a shooting that happened Thursday afternoon. The Chatham County Coroner’s Office says 25-year-old Tre’Von Moorer died at the hospital following the shooting that happened earlier this afternoon on Hwy 204 and Interstate 95. Westbound Highway...
Amari Heard Inks Professional Basketball Contract
PRIZREN, Kosovo- Savannah State University women's basketball alumna Amari Head has signed with KBF Bashkimi, a professional basketball team in Kosovo, a country in southeast Europe. The news was shared on the team's Facebook page on July 20, 2024. "We announce that we have reached an agreement with the player Amari Heard ! Amari, who had an impressive season with Savannah State, brings her outstanding scoring ability to our team, KBF Bashkimi shared on social media. Last season, she averaged 13.9 points per game, 1.4 assists per game, 2.3 steals per game and 7.7 rebounds per game. Known for her...
Lawsuit: 27-year-old man died from extreme heat exposure at state prison
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A Georgia mother wants answers about her son’s death. She says her son, 27-year-old Juan Carlos Ramirez, died in a state prison last year. On Thursday the family announced they’re filing a lawsuit against the Georgia Department of Corrections. Norma Bibiano, the...
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