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General Election 2026: Chatham County results

Find Nov. 3, 2026, results for Chatham County legislative seats, school board seat, school tax referendum.

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Chatham County voters approve school property tax exemption changes

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — Chatham County voters have approved a bill on how certain homeowners’ school property tax exemptions are calculated, potentially offering additional tax relief as property values increase. The measure, outlined in House Bill 1200, will not affect homeowners’ 2026 tax bills. It is expected to take effect in 2027. Under the […]

Chatham County, GA · 1d

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Jim Kingston defeats Hollowell in tight Coastal Georgia election

The race for Coastal Georgia’s U.S. House representative was considered a safe seat for Republicans, yet it was hours after the top state races were called before Republican Jim Kingston declared victory over his Democratic challenger Amanda Hollowell.

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‘The District’ zoning request denied by Pooler City Council

The request was denied by a vote of 4-2 at Monday's council session

Pooler, GA · 3d

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Stephanie Burgess wins Georgia House seat held by GOP for 18 years

Coastal Georgia voters in Bryan and Chatham counties flipped a key state House of Representatives seat from Republican to Democrat on Tuesday for the first time in 18 years, amid a wave of anger about higher prices and an anti-establishment mood among local voters. The win for Stephanie Burgess, a...

Bryan County, GA · 3d

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Jasper County names Jared Fralix as county administrator

JASPER COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - Jasper County Council announced Nov. 2 that they hired Jared Fralix as the county’s new county administrator, according to information from the Jasper County page. Council announced the hiring at its Nov. 2, 2026, meeting. Fralix was introduced to the public during the meeting.

Jasper County, SC · 2d

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LIST: Thanksgiving events, giveaways and donation drives planned in November

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Thanksgiving meals, giveaways, donation drives and holiday events are planned in Georgia and South Carolina in November. Events are listed by state and county. Check back throughout November as we add more events. Georgia. Bryan County. Richmond Hill National Honor Society Thanksgiving Food Drive. What: Food...

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Chatham County drops appeal of fire fee ruling, clearing way for refunds

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Chatham County property owners could eventually see some money back after the Georgia Supreme Court ruled the county’s unincorporated fire fee unconstitutional. The county charged the fee to unincorporated residents to fund fire and emergency services between 2022 and 2024. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Why Chatham...

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Tensions flare at Skidaway Island meeting over proposed infrastructure projects

SKIDAWAY ISLAND, Ga. (WTOC) - Tensions flared Wednesday night during a Chatham County community meeting over proposed infrastructure improvements on Skidaway Island, as residents questioned both the need for the work and how funds are being allocated. A packed room gathered in Bailey Hall at Skidaway Island Methodist Church as...

Chatham County, GA · 1d

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Beaufort County voters ‘jammed’ at the polls in big numbers to support GOP, pass penny sales tax

Voters heading into the Boundary Street polling location in Beaufort around midday might have thought an election night party had already started. That’s because Ash Milner — a.k.a. “DJ Mix Master Milner” — was cranking out the tunes from the parking lot of the USC Beaufort gymnasium. DJs at the Polls, Milner explained, is a national, non-partisan Get Out the Vote initiative that encourages voters to vote by creating a party like atmosphere. It must have worked. A record 86,689 ballots were cast in Beaufort County — 46,300 alone in early voting — for a whopping 61 percent turnout. By compariso...

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Beatification ceremony held in Savannah for The Georgia Martyrs

SAVANNAH, GA. – Five Spanish Franciscan friars ministered to the Guale people in five missions in 1597 and were massacred by Guale warriors for defending their Christian faith 429 years ago. Three of those friars were killed in what is now McIntosh County and two on St. Catherine’s Island.

Savannah, GA · 1d

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Parkland Residential Celebrates Grand Opening of Palmetto Cay in Pooler

Parkland Residential, the build-to-rent (BTR) division of Parkland Communities, celebrated the grand opening of Palmetto Cay with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 23, 2026. Located within the Providence at Pooler mixed-use development at the intersection of Pooler Parkway and Pine Barren Road, the new 148-unit stacked townhome community introduces well-appointed missing-middle rental housing to the greater Savannah area.

Pooler, GA · 2d

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Rodent droppings in soda syrup. Beaufort Co.'s worst October food inspections

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) has released its October food inspection reports. Two restaurants, two schools and a Parker’s scored less than A. Inspectors from the SCDA inspect restaurants and other food-serving establishments across the state on a routine basis. The frequency of inspections is based on the establishment’s risk-factor for food-borne illness and its compliance history, according to the SCDA. Grades are awarded on a 100-point scale, with A grades above 87 points, B 78 points, and C less than 78 points. Repeat infractions can result in lower letter grades no matter the points. Here’s why these Beaufort County establishments received their grades, and if their violations were corrected: E-Tang Asian Bistro Inspectors awarded E-Tang Asian Bistro, located at 811 William Hilton Parkway on Hilton Head Island, a C grade with 75 points in its Oct.15 routine inspection. Inspectors observed: An employee drinking from an open cup and eating from a bowl on the hot line Employees failing to wash hands between cleaning and food preparation, an employee washing hands without soap, and an employee washing hands in a food preparation sink “Fresh rodent droppings in a pool of Lemon-Lime Soda Syrup,” as well as rodent droppings

Beaufort County, SC · 1d

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CCFD introduces largest recruit class in department history

This is the largest recruit class in department history, with past class sizes consisting of only 8-12 new recruits.

Chatham County, GA · 1d

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Savannah residents cite parking concerns after MPC proposal on East Broad and 38th streets

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Some residents of a Savannah neighborhood say parking has become a major concern near the intersection of East Broad and 38th streets, where a proposal passed by the Metropolitan Planning Commission would reduce parking at a 36-apartment complex. District 2 Alderman Detric Leggett said he is...

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Army honors 8 Fort Stewart soldiers for response to August 2025 shooting

FORT STEWART, Ga. (WTOC) — The Army honored eight Fort Stewart soldiers Thursday for acts of heroism, selflessness and quick thinking after a soldier shot five people on base on Aug. 6, 2025. Fortunately, no one died in the shooting. Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle and Vice...

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Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum contributed to feature film

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force contributed to a feature film being released on Friday, Nov. 6 about actor Jimmy Stewart, who was a combat pilot with the Eighth Air Force in World War II. The makers of Jimmy consulted with the Mighty...

Savannah, GA · 1d

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Five newcomers join Beaufort County Council

Following Nov. 3rd's election, a new chapter is beginning for Beaufort County Council, bringing several new faces to local government.

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How many people voted early in Beaufort County this election? We broke a record

Early votes made up more than half the votes cast in Beaufort County, a midterm election record. The midterm election wrapped up Tuesday evening with polls closing at 7 p.m. across the state. Since the implementation of early voting in South Carolina during the 2022 midterm election, voters now have more than two weeks to cast their ballots. Turnout statistics show Beaufort County voters took advantage of the opportunity. The statistics also show increased voter turnout overall than in past midterm elections. Here’s what the numbers say about Beaufort County’s voter participation: How many voters went to the polls early? According to S.C. Election Commission data, 46,310 Beaufort County residents voted early. That’s almost one-third of the 142,485 registered voters in the county. 86,689 total votes were cast in the county overall, including both election day and early votes. That means around 53% of all votes were cast early. During the last midterm elections in 2022, 27,196 county residents voted early. 72,326 votes were cast overall , so around 38% votes were cast early. Statewide this year, 1,043,810 of the 2,052,130 total votes were cast early. The ratio of early votes to election day votes is similar to Beaufort County’s

Beaufort County, SC · 2d

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Business leaders weigh in on Beaufort County sales tax referendum

County leaders said the money would go toward transportation projects aimed at improving safety, mobility and connectivity across the county and business leaders urge that now is the time to make a change.

Beaufort County, SC · 4d