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Georgia South University faces backlash after stopping LGBTQIA+ resources
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - Georgia Southern University is facing backlash from some members of the community after stopping some of the resources they provide for students in the LGBTQIA+ community. In a statement, the university explained that it is no longer providing its Safe Space/Zone training after new policies coming...
Effingham Co. commissioner enters not guilty plea after recent indictment
Video: Loper’s 2023 arrest EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — According to the Effingham Superior Court, Effingham County Commissioner Reginald Loper, who was indicted on two charges related to child sex crimes last month, has entered a not guilty plea in court today. The 84-year-old is being charged with sexual battery against a child under 16 […]
Steel company invests $10M, creates jobs to expand Hardeeville operations
A structural steel fabrication and erection company in Jasper County will expand its operations with a $10 million investment and 14 new jobs, according to an announcement from the South Carolina Depa...
“Bite the bait,” Savannah River Spring Classic bass fishing tournament reels in community to Port Wentworth for Stand Up For America Day Festivities
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - For the next several months we are celebrating the communities and events in our area for our hometown tour. This weekend we are highlighting Port Wentworth and all the activities part of the Stand Up For America Day Festival. Our Michaela Romero was where all the action will kick off bright and early at the Houlihan Boat Landing for the annual Savannah River Spring Classic Fishing Tournament. She went on a ride with one fisherman who will be partaking in all of the action.
City of Statesboro accepting applications for the Tree Board
The City of Statesboro is accepting applications for appointments to its Tree Board. The Tree Board appointment is a three-year term. The Tree Board meets once a month. The deadline to apply to be considered for an appointment is May 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Completed applications should be submitted to the office of the City Clerk by email to leah.harden@statesboroga.gov or in person at City Hall 50 East Main Street. Applications can be found at www.statesboroga.gov/boards-commissions. The Statesboro Tree Board was established on January 15, 1991. The Board consists of 9 members appointed by the Mayor and City Council to serve staggered terms of 6 years. The Board is responsible for hearing requests for variances for special use permits in the enforcement of the City of Statesboro Tree Ordinance. The Statesboro Tree Board meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 10:00 A.M. in the Council Chambers at City Hall To learn more about each of the city's commissions or to apply, visit https://www.statesboroga.gov/boards-commissions.
‘Miraculously survived’ Semi-truck hits tree in high-speed crash, driver evacuated by helicopter
HAMPTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) — A man was airlifted in critical condition after the semi-truck pulling a trailer of fiberglass he was driving struck a tree at high speed on Monday. Monday afternoon, the semi-truck left the roadway on I-95 near mile marker 40 southbound at a high rate of speed, Colleton County Fire-Rescue said. […]
Lowcountry introduces new nursing scholarship
BEAUFORT, S.C. (WTOC) - A new nursing scholarship is coming to the Lowcountry. Announced at a Beaufort Memorial Hospital event today, the Marmo Family Nursing Scholarship will help five different students each year. The scholarship’s creator, Trisha Marmo, was given a helping hand when she was going through nursing school...
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