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Federal lawsuit filed against Hyundai Plant contractor Sys-Con
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – Two former workers have filed a federal lawsuit against a Hyundai megasite plant contractor, alleging the company failed to pay them for part of their work. The lawsuit filed Wednesday alleges that Martin Garcia and Jonathan Rincon were hired by Sys-Con to perform various duties at the Hyundai plant worksite. […]
Allendale-Hampton County football game postponed due to fights
HAMPTON, SC. (WTOC) - A football game between Hampton County High School and Allendale High School was postponed Friday night after multiple fights broke out during the game. Allendale officials say the fighting involved spectators from Allendale. No one was hurt. Zyshaud Dickerson, 17, is suspected in a shooting Aug....
Over 10 ft. shark spotted feeding near Tybee shore Sunday
TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. (WSAV) – Tybee Island Ocean Rescue (TIOR) said a 10+ ft. shark was spotted feeding about 100 yards offshore between 17th and 18th St. Sunday. TIOR said their lifeguards have cleared the water from 15th to 18th Street to ensure everyone’s safety due to the nature in which the shark was feeding. […]
Tybee Island 9-year-old inspiring change in her community
TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. (WTOC) - A local nine-year-old is keeping Tybee Island beautiful and making Sealife a little bit safer, one piece of trash at a time. What started as an idea to clean up the island has now turned into a non-profit--making a positive impact throughout the area. “We’ve...
Proposed 27% millage rate hike enrages Long County residents
LONG COUNTY, Ga (WSAV) — It was standing room only and a crowd outside as Long County leaders and the public discussed a proposed millage rate hike of 27%. The people of the Long County stood strong together inside Ludowici City Hall to hold their county leaders’ feet to the fire. In a meeting that […]
City of Statesboro to host meeting on Burkhalter Rd. housing development Sept. 9
The City of Statesboro will host a public information meeting on Monday, September 9, regarding a proposed 1,794-unit housing development on Burkhalter Road. The meeting will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the Statesboro City Hall council chambers located at 50 E Main Street, Statesboro, and will allow the community to learn more and provide feedback on the “Burkhalter Village” development project being proposed by Blue Fern Development. “Burkhalter Village is the first project of its kind and scale for Statesboro,” says City Manager Charles Penny. “As such, we’ve received a lot of questions from residents about the size of the...
JD Dickerson Student of the Month
JDD is proud to recognize their Students of the Month for August! Congratulations boys and girls! These students have shown our PBIS Pride by being RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and SAFE at JDD. As always, keep shining and #BetheV!!! We would also like to give a SHOUT OUT to Trane of Vidalia for being our gracious sponsors for Student of the Month.
Standoff in Hinesville ends in man’s arrest on Saturday
HINESVILLE, Ga. (WSAV) – A standoff in Hinesville ended with an arrest on Saturday afternoon, according to the Hinesville Police Department (HPD). HPD says a man who was intoxicated was seen waving a gun and threatening to shoot people near Elm St. and Demere St. While officers were on their way to the scene, they […]
Columbia private school receives prestigious award
Saint Joseph Catholic School in Columbia is celebrating their designation as the first private school in South Carolina to become a Purple Star School. The designation ceremony took place Friday morning, and was attended by Dr. Tremekia Kim Priester, the South Carolina Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission Chair, Jason Fowler from the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs, and Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann.
PHOTO: Carson Beck’s Celebrity GF Hanna Cavinder Caused A Stir In Her Tiny White Mini Skirt And Cowboy Boots For Georgia’s Opener
The Georgia Bulldogs weren’t the only ones turning heads this Saturday, with quarterback Carson Beck’s new girlfriend, Hanna Cavinder, causing a stir with her gameday outfit. Georgia came into the novel college football campaign as the No. 1-ranked program and suggested that the high ratings were not unfounded...
2024 Peanut Festival Postcard Contest celebrates former President Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday
PLAINS, Ga. (WALB) - Jimmy Carter National Historical Park is celebrating former President Jimmy Carter’s upcoming 100th birthday. The theme of the 2024 Peanut Festival Postcard Contest is “Happy 100th Birthday, President Carter!”. In order to enter, students should design one unruled 3x5 index card. All entries will...
Coast Guard rescues 2 people after boat capsized off Hilton Head Island
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (WTOC) - The United States Coast Guard Station Tybee rescued two people off the coast of Hilton Head Island. Officials say the boat crew helped two boaters after their 22-foot boat capsized 10 miles off Hilton Head Island Saturday. A good Samaritan responded to the urgent...
Vote for the Savannah Morning News Football Player of the Week in an open poll
There were some memorable high school football games played Friday night in the Greater Savannah area, highlighted by a explosive matchup between New Hampstead and host Effingham County, won by the Phoenix in the final seconds. Benedictine looked strong as the Cadets got their first win of the season against visiting Burke County, and Liberty County got a last second touchdown to edge Windsor Forest. ...
GDOT infrastructure around megasite remains on track
The Georgia Department of Transportation is moving full steam ahead on infrastructure improvements around the megasite, home to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. HMGMA is the state’s largest economic project-to-date, prompting the need for major road improvements around the megasite. ...
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