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He got $30K to leave the military when it needed to downsize. Now the government wants that money back.
Vernon Reffitt got $30,000 to leave the Army in 1992. It was a one-time, lump-sum special separation benefit offered to service members when the U.S. had to reduce its active-duty force. Now, more than 30 years later, the federal government wants that money back. In May, the Department of Veterans...
Chatham-Savannah Authority for the Homeless shuts down homeless encampment on Wheaton Street
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Homeless camps along Wheaton Street are shutting down, leaving people and their pets searching for shelter. The camp located on Wheaton Street near East Broad in Savannah was shut down on Wednesday. According to a city spokesperson, occupants were given notice of the closure back in April.
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 […]
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.
Savannah Bananas Games In Buffalo New York Will Air On ESPN
If you were not lucky enough to score tickets to the sold-out Savannah Bananas games at Sahlen's Field in Buffalo this weekend there is some good news. READ MORE: WHERE TO SEE FIREWORKS IN WESTERN NEW YORK THIS WEEKEND. You will still be able to see all the action. The...
People in Dublin donate blood at VA hospital
DUBLIN, Ga. — Dozens of people donated blood today at Dublin’s VA hospital. 13WMAZ is partnering with the American Red Cross in an effort to get more blood donations from healthy people during this time of the year. A single blood donation can save up to three lives,...
‘RHOA’ Alum NeNe Leakes’ Son Bryson Bryant Sentenced in Felony Fentanyl Possession Case
Real Housewives of Atlanta alum NeNe Leakes’ oldest son, Bryson Bryant, avoided being thrown in jail over his arrest for possession of fentanyl, In Touch can exclusively report. According to court documents obtained by In Touch, Bryson, 34, reached a plea deal with prosecutors. Per their agreement, the prosecutors...
County hears rezoning request for asphalt plant on Chaney Road
Most of Monday’s county commission meeting involved approving the usual routine July 1 business — board appointments, various resolutions, lease agreements, and the like — but there was one. interesting agenda item that may be of interest to citizens who live near the location. At the end...
United Way executive director welcomed to new position
The music was flowing as community officials dropped by the Fred Roberts Hotel recently to welcome and meet the new executive director of the Heart of Georgia United Way. Denise Creel, who has been in that position since early May, greeted people and talked about the United Way during an afternoon event held last week.
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.
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