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Mar 16, 2020 · Effingham Herald. Updated: Mar 16, 2020, 2:40 PM. Published: Mar 16, 2020, 7:04 AM. — Starting Wednesday, Effingham County schools will be closed until further notice. — The March 24 presidential primary and $100 million bond referendum has been moved to May 19. — The Effingham Senior Center at New Stillwell Road in Springfield will close ...
Effingham County granted federal major disaster declaration …
Oct 4, 2024 · Rep. Jon Burns. Published: Oct 4, 2024, 12:29 PM. Special to the Herald. ATLANTA – On Sept. 30, President Joseph R. Biden Jr., granted a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Georgia triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from Hurricane Heléne that began Sept. 24 and continuing.
Springfield residents left without water for 13 days after Heléne
Oct 15, 2024 · Neighbors helping neighbors was a frequent mantra. But some communities needed more than storm-debris removal. The residents of Countryside Village Mobile Home Park, just off Hwy. 119 in Springfield, were left without water for 13 days. The park was without power, also, but that was eventually restored by Geogia Power.
Local podcast highlights everything good about Effingham County
5 days ago · The podcast is currently on an alternating-week schedule that airs at 6 p.m. on Sunday. Links to all podcasts are available on the Effingham Talks Facebook page at bit.ly/3AycCK4. Each podcast lasts about an hour. The podcasts are recorded at Stillwell Pines Event Venue in Springfield.
Class of 2024 commencement ceremonies held after storms subside
May 28, 2024 · Speeches encourage students to find their passion, dream, and persevere. The Class of 2024 from South Effingham High School toss their caps in the air to celebrate graduation May 25. (Photo by Jeff Whitten/Effingham Herald.) By Barbara Augsdorfer, Editor for the Effingham Herald.
South Effingham, Effingham County competition cheer squads …
1 day ago · South Effingham High School and Effingham County High School showcased their skills last Saturday, Nov. 9, in the Region 1 Class 5A competition. South Effingham claimed first place, and Effingham County took a close second. Both teams’ performances have qualified them to compete in the state ...
ECHS softball rallies to slip past Loganville, advances to Columbus
Oct 29, 2024 · The Rebels (22-4) advanced to Columbus to play in the double-elimination Elite Eight championship tournament for the third straight year. They’ll open against Seckinger (28-5) today (Oct. 30) at 5 p.m. “Shelby stepped up and gave us a lift when we needed it,” ECHS coach Brad Thompson said.
News and information about storm recovery from the Chamber of …
Oct 8, 2024 · The center will assist Georgia businesses with losses due to Tropical Storm Debby, which occurred on Aug. 4-20. The disaster declaration covers Bryan, Bulloch, Chatham, Effingham, Evans, Liberty, Long and Screven counties which are eligible for both Physical and Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the SBA.
First-year starting QB Perkins has Rebels offense in full throttle ...
1 day ago · The Effingham County High School first-year starting quarterback targeted immediate success like his approach to throwing pinpoint spirals – it’s what he’s worked for during the long, hot days of the summer. So Perkins remains unfazed by the statistics rarely, if ever, seen before in Springfield. He’s thrown for 2,619 yards and 32 ...