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Post Michael, Georgia Pecan Farmers Take Stock
It could take years for some of Georgia's pecan crops to recover after Hurricane Michael tore through the southwest part of the state on Wednesday. Tim Brown is with Apollo Pecan Nursery and Groves in Preston, Ga., about halfway between Columbus and Albany. He says many of their trees are...
Moderate drought across the CSRA causing loss of crop for local farmers
EDGEFIELD COUNTY, S.C. (WFXG) - A stretch of heat and dry weather has put many areas across Georgia and South Carolina into a moderate drought. Leaving many local farmers that rely on the crop, to suffer the consequences. It's been five weeks without a soaking rain. “It's been in the...
Behind the scenes with the U.S. Army Silver Wings Parachute Team
FORT MOORE, Ga. (WRBL) — As a crowd gathered on the ground, soldiers waited in the sky. The members of the Silver Wings Parachute Team, based at Fort Moore, often perform jumps in recognition of special occasions – in this case, Independence Day. “What I like most about this team is that we get to […]
Gang Activity Prosecution Grant application period opens July 16
ATLANTA – The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) announced this week the opening of the application period for the State of Georgia Gang Activity Prosecution Grant. The state of Georgia has set aside $1,250,000 in funds from the Fiscal Year 2025 state budget for a competitive grant to facilitate gang activity prosecutions in the state. “International, regional, ...
Yes, Georgia landlords are banned from charging three months’ rent as a security deposit
ATLANTA — Housing can be one of the biggest expenses for families. According to the latest data from Zillow, the median rent for a one-bedroom in Atlanta – is $1,665. If you are a renter, you know that background checks and security deposits are also required when you first secure an apartment.
Businesses in college town reflect on impacts with students out of school
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - In Statesboro, a big chunk of the economy centers around Georgia Southern. WTOC spoke to local business owners and managers in the area, to see how their businesses are holding up in the middle of summer. Many say the reason their businesses are doing okay, is...
Statesboro’s Baptist Collegiate getting 4-story facelift
STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – The Baptist Collegiate Ministry near Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro campus is getting a total remodel, complete with student living quarters. “I know we have Baptist in the name, but it’s open to anybody and everybody,” said campus minister, Chris Bryan. Bryan said they’ve had this property next to Georgia Southern’s campus […]
Grandparents raise funds to bring home body of Tybee Island drowning victim from Atlanta
TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. — Grandparents of a 16-year-old who drowned on Tybee Island during the Fourth of July weekend have started an online fundraiser to help get his body home and burial costs. According to the fundraiser, Laquvis McCray from Atlanta was on a trip to Savannah with friends...
Savannah Opens Cooling Centers Amid Extreme Heat Advisory
In response to the National Weather Service’s forecast of heat index values potentially reaching 110 degrees on Saturday, the City of Savannah is providing facilities for residents to stay cool. A heat advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, marking the fifth day of extreme weather this summer.
Marking 30 years since ‘Forrest Gump’ debut
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – It’s been 30 years since the iconic Forrest Gump premiered in movie theatres on July 6, 1994. Robert Zemeckis’ inspiring comedy-drama starring Tom Hanks as the gentle and good-hearted Gump, simply and dutifully wandering his way through tumultuous periods of American history, won the hearts of millions and cemented its place […]
SPD: Juvenile injured in Greenville Street shooting
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Detectives are investigating a shooting that left a juvenile male injured in the east side of Savannah early Friday morning. According to the Savannah Police Department (SPD), officers responded around 2:45 a.m. to the 1800 block of Greenville Street regarding a shooting. On the scene, SPD found the victim suffering from […]
Man formally charged with murder in 2022 killing
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A 29-year-old man has been indicted for murder. The charges stem from the April 2022 killing of Maranda Dover. She was 23. Prosecutors say Juan Lopez shot at a vehicle in which Dover was an occupant. She was struck and killed, officials say. Lopez faces several charges including felony murder and […]
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