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Burke County candidate drops out of sheriff race
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Lewis Blanchard, a Burke County sheriff candidate, announced on Wednesday that he is ending his campaign. In a statement, Blanchard says the primary election outcome shows strong support for the current sheriff’s office and Sheriff Alfonzo Williams. “I sincerely thank everyone who supported me throughout...
Georgia firefighters found dead in Tennessee were high school sweethearts | Police chief gives new details
HINESVILLE, Ga. — A Georgia police chief is dealing with tragedy after two members of the Hinesville Fire Department were found dead inside a car across state lines in Tennessee on Sunday. Hinesville Police Chief Tracey Howard said he knew Chandler Kuhbander and Raegan Anderson, who were also revealed...
Crowds flock to downtown Savannah on July 4th
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Despite the heat, many chose to spend their Fourth of July in downtown Savannah. Businesses open on Thursday hoped for lots of green as people celebrated the red, white and blue. Nick Pappas, owner of Olympia Cafe on River Street, says that while the restaurant is open seven days a week, […]
Midtown Savannah neighborhood starts new Fourth of July tradition
SAVANNAH, Ga. — There are many longstanding traditions that take place on the Fourth of July holiday. But, one Savannah neighborhood is starting a brand new tradition. “We wanted something really family friendly where people in the community could get out and enjoy Fourth of July together," Jane Kemp, co-founder of Midtown Savannah Parents Group, said.
Piedmont Region Faces Dangerous Heat Wave, Heat Advisory in Effect for Charlotte and Surrounding Areas
A sweltering heatwave is set to firmly grip the Piedmont region of Northeast Georgia, North Carolina and upstate South Carolina, with astronomical heat index values that could soar up to 108, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Residents in Charlotte and surrounding areas are under a heat advisory effective from 11 AM until 8 PM EDT today, as the mercury is expected to climb near the century mark, combining with high humidity to produce potentially dangerous conditions. The NWS cautions that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Jeff Smith car dealerships in Perry sold. New million-dollar KIA facility planned
New owners expected to invest millions to relocate and build a new dealership while remodeling the Dodge location. The initial transition of ownership had hiccups: computers were down and just over a dozen customers were turned away.
'Forefront of military excellence': Meet Fort Eisenhower's new garrison commander
In selecting Col. Anthony Kazor as the new commander of the U.S. Army Garrison Eisenhower, the Army chose a leader it felt has the right chemistry. Kazor, who ascended the ranks in the Army's Chemical Corps, officially took command Wednesday from departing Col. Reginald Evans, the most recent in a line of garrison commanders at Fort Eisenhower, formerly Fort Gordon, with roots in the Signal Corps.
Chair of Georgia Democratic party says she continues to support Biden candidacy despite performance on Atlanta debate stage
ATLANTA — The Chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia called President Joe Biden's performance in the Atlanta presidential debate "not a good night." However, U.S. Representative Nikema Williams said she would continue to support his re-election campaign. "Right now, President Biden is the only person who can make...
Fort Moore USO hosts inaugural Independence Day celebration
FORT MOORE, Ga. (WRBL) — In February, the USO at U.S. Army post Fort Moore opened its doors for the first time. This week, it hosted its inaugural Independence Day celebration. Active servicemembers, veterans, military spouses and families came together to celebrate the Fourth of July. The significance of the day was not lost on […]
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