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Georgia River Network launches livestreams to showcase recreational, natural value of waterways
Summertime is ripe for enjoying Georgia’s rivers. Whether it’s the Chattahoochee, Altamaha, Ocmulgee, or any of the more than 70,000 river miles flowing through the state’s vast network of waterways, residents and visitors alike love fishing, floating, and paddling on them. So much so that according to a 2021 U.S. Bureau of Economics report, recreation on the state’s rivers accounts for at least $763 million of revenue each year. ...
'Operations will continue uninterrupted': Rincon City Manager to step away temporarily
The city of Rincon announced that City Manager Jonathan Lynn is taking a “temporary leave of absence from his position to focus on personal matters.” The announcement was made on the city’s Facebook page Friday, July 19.The post goes on to say, “During this period, Mr. Lynn will be taking necessary time off to prioritize his well-being. As the city wishes to respect Mr. Lynn's privacy, no additional statements are intended to be made at this...
Clearwave Fiber Strengthens Connections in Hinesville, Ga., with Opening of Customer Experience Center
Clearwave Fiber, the leading Fiber internet provider in Southeast Georgia, partnered with the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce to hold a grand opening event and commemorative ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of its new Customer Experience Center at 1067 W. Oglethorpe Highway in Hinesville, Ga. The occasion marked a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to provide exceptional service and support to its valued customers.
Fayetteville Chief of Police Scott Gray named president of the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police
The Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP) announced that Fayetteville Police Chief Scott Gray was sworn in as the GACP President on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Savannah. Chief Gray is a 31-year police veteran and has served as the Fayetteville Police Chief for the past seven years. Prior...
Impact Day: Heavy rain likely for Coastal Georgia and Lowcountry with flooding possible
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Download the WJCL app for updates on the tropics:Apple, Google Play. Savannah, Ga. (WJCL)- Impact Day…. There is a Flood Watch for the afternoon and evening. It will be dry this morning, but showers and thunderstorms are likely after 12 pm. Impacts will be heavy...
Savannah City Council to hold final hearing on property tax millage rate
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Savannah City Council is set to meet and the headline of Thursday’s discussions is on adopting 2024′s property tax millage rate. Council is considering adopting a rate of 12.20 mills, which will cause a 9% increase in property taxes for Savannah property owners. This...
Savannah, Georgia Chosen for Windrose’s New Electric Truck Plant
Shanghai-based Windrose Technology plans to open a manufacturing plant in Savannah, Georgia, to deliver its electric semi-trucks in the US by 2025. This move positions Windrose to directly compete with Tesla's Semi in its home market. The news was first reported by Reuters. “The U.S. market is friendly towards Chinese...
Pediatricians share tips for the first day of school
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Pediatricians at Memorial are sharing some tips for parents ahead of the first day of school. There’s a few things they say you can start doing now to set your kid up for success. The first thing, having a conversation with them about what their...
Pipe failure causes part of Broughton Street to crumble
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - This week’s flooding is still impacting downtown Savannah businesses. Wednesday, crews are fixing a pipe failure that caused part of Broughton Street to crumble. WTOC went to where the street is now shut down and we’re getting a better idea of when that busy road...
SCAD Plans Three Fashion-based Museum Shows
This fall might seem miles away having just passed the midway point of summer, but the change in seasons will be a welcome turning point for the Savannah College of Art & Design’s two museums.Kyle Abraham Dances Through 'Social Abstraction' at Gagosian Beverly Hills Director of fashion exhibitions Rafael Brauer Gomes and other SCAD representatives previewed three fall exhibitions Wednesday morning in New York at Mostrador in the Walker Hotel. First up will be “Isabel Toledo, A Love Letter,” which will bow Aug. 13 and run through Dec. 16 at the SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah. The independent Cuban-American designer...
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