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Neal Receives Scholarship From Georgia DNR
(L-R): Coach Stuart Harrell, Reese Neal, DNR Representative Jennifer Davison, Headmaster Jeff McCormick, and Athletic Director Josh Norton. Congratulations to Reese Neal, a rising senior at Vidalia Heritage Academy who received a $2000 scholarship from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for placing 3rd at the NASP Eastern National Archery Tournament in Louisville, KY in May.
$50,000 REWARD: Frantic Hunt for Missing Georgia Girl Maria Gomez-Perez
Authorities are tirelessly working to locate Maria Gomez-Perez, a 12-year-old girl from Georgia who mysteriously vanished over a month ago, with recent developments suggesting she may now be in Florida. This detail emerged following an extensive multi-state search operation highlighted by WFLA. Last seen on the evening of May 29 after a phone conversation in her Gainesville home, her whereabouts since that fateful night remain painfully elusive, despite the combined efforts of law enforcement across multiple states, including Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Illinois, and Maryland.
Mosquito control can help prevent spread of dengue fever
ATHENS -- As overnight temperatures increase during the summer, so do mosquito populations, bringing with them the risk of mosquito-borne diseases. In late June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that the U.S. is seeing an increased risk of dengue fever, a sometimes fatal viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes. This disease has been across much of South and Central America and the Caribbean, and with about 1,500 cases, the U.S. Commonwealth of Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency over dengue. ...
Councilwoman Victoria Jones Sworn in as Member of Georgia Municipal Association Board of Directors
Councilwoman Victoria Jones was formally sworn in as a member of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term on Sunday, June 23, 2024, during the GMA Annual Conference in Savannah, Georgia. This prestigious event marks a significant milestone in Councilwoman Jones's career as she begins her second term as a member of the GMA Board, underscoring her commitment to public service and leadership within the municipal community. She also serves as the President of the GMA District 3 Northeast Region, one of 12 GMA districts in the state, a role she has held for two years.
Former Georgia public safety commissioner dies at 73
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Georgia is saying goodbye to a respected former state official. Col. Sid Miles previously served as the state’s public safety commissioner. He died today while in hospice in Brunswick. Gov. Kemp issued a statement on social media calling Miles a true public servant,...
Second Gentleman postpones Georgia event scheduled for Monday
NORCROSS, Ga. - Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff has postponed his trip to Georgia on Monday, according to the White House. Emhoff was scheduled to travel to host a roundtable discussion in Norcross on July 15 to launch AANHPIs for Biden-Harris, a national organization that mobilizes Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander voters.
HB Exclusive: Raines adds Sea Palms Resort to portfolio
Hospitality management, development and investment organization Raines has added 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.
VST Swims at State Meet
The Vidalia Recreation Department Swim Team had a great showing at the GRPA B State Swim Meet in Moutrie on July 12 and 13. Twenty-two swimmers competed in the meet with numerous swimmers making it to the finals and bringing home awards. In the 9-10 age division, Cason McLendon finished...
Savannah Chatham County School hosts in-person registration event
CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. — Savannah-Chatham County Public School students return to class on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024. Registration is open and can be done online, but the district will offer an all-day in-person registration event on July 16 at Southwest Middle School. Spanish interpreters will be available, and district...
Safe Streets for All Plan to address road improvement needs in Effingham County
Effingham County is scheduled to hold an open house from 5p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 17 for the Safe Streets for All Plan. The event will be held at the Clarence E. Morgan Complex Gymnasium. The goal of the meeting is to collect information regarding traffic concerns. Residents are...
Promised Land Farm announces passing of longtime owner Robert Johnson
PORT WENTWORTH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Promised Land Farms in Port Wentworth announced that one of their longtime owners and operators, Robert Johnson, passed away on Saturday. Johnson, affectionately known as ‘Uncle Bob’, was a revered Elder in his church and a cherished figure in the Savannah community.
Gulfstream Aerospace opens expanded customer support centre in Savannah
Gulfstream Aerospace has officially opened its expanded customer support service centre at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. The Savannah Service Centre East has added more than 200 new jobs and significantly enhances Gulfstream's maintenance, repair and overhaul facility capabilities in the region. To mark the occasion, state and local dignitaries, community...
Heartwood Community looks to expand footprint in Bryan County, ease convenience for residents
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The community of Heartwood in Richmond Hill is continuing its expansion. The area isn’t just seeing a housing boom either it’s growing as a commercial space. WTOC has an updated look at the area. “You know, we’re just getting started,” said VP of Real...
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