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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.
Celebrate “Free Kid Visit” Month at Georgia Aquarium This September!
September is here, and Georgia Aquarium has a treat for families! From September 3rd through September 30th, we’re thrilled to announce our “Free Kid Visit” month. During this time, every general admission purchase will get a FREE child admission for kids aged 3-12. This is the perfect opportunity to create unforgettable memories with your little ones as they explore the wonders of the deep blue sea.
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.
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...
Local coffee shop hosts Mutts and Mochas adoption event
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Black Rifle Coffee Company on Fort Argyle Road hosted a Mutts and Mochas event Saturday alongside Chatham County Animal Services. While people were grabbing cups of coffee, they also got to meet several dogs up for adoption at Chatham County Animal Services. Butch Krishnamurti, who’s one...
“Really devastating”: Savannah food pantry destroyed by flooding
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) -Many communities are still picking up the pieces after flood waters took over many parts our area. It’s left House of Bread New Beginnings, a local church and food pantry, out of commission. “It was really devastating to see the floodwaters just overtake our church, as...
Friday highlights: Truell and Maxwell max out in a shootout at Effingham County
There were some impressive performances under the lights on Friday night in Week 3 of the high school football season in Georgia. New Hampstead came out on top of an unforgettable shootout at Effingham County as the Phoenix scored in the final minute to pull things out. Richmond Hill (2-0) and Savannah Christian (3-0)...
Here’s what is open and closed on Labor Day in Georgia
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The country is celebrating the unofficial end of the summer today for Labor Day. While people are out celebrating with cookouts or a trip to the beach, some common places that are normally open on Mondays will be closed for the holiday. Many places...
Central Georgia natives flock to Lake Tobesofkee to enjoy Labor Day weekend
MACON, Ga. — Central Georgia natives are looking to take full advantage of the Labor Day weekend. The holiday, which usually brings the end of summer, has encouraged several to enjoy time in the sun or simply relax. As such, several people went out to Lake Tobesofkee to enjoy...
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