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WSAV News 3

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Chatham County Tax Commissioner explains Nov. 3 school tax referendum

The Chatham County School Board Ad Valorem Tax Referendum amendment adjusts the base-year assessed values used for the homestead exemption and applies them to Savannah-Chatham Public School System property tax.

Chatham County, GA · 10d

The Island Packet

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Ballot marking and touchscreen issues in SC? Here's what election officials say

Early voting in the 2026 midterm election is underway in Beaufort County and turnout is nearly double that of the last midterm. But there’s some confusion over ballot marking and touchscreen voting machines. Beaufort County elections officials are pushing back on social media misinformation about ballot marking and they’re advising voters on how to prevent errors when using touchscreen voting machines. Here’s what election officials are saying: Do Beaufort County poll workers mark ballots? Beaufort County Elections Director Jean Felix said a viral social media post claiming poll workers writing on ballots will disqualify them is false, noting that local poll workers don’t write on ballots and that even accidental marks won’t void a ballot. While Beaufort County poll workers don’t write on ballots, some do in other states. An AP article published on The Dayton (Ohio) Daily News’ website refers to some states where poll workers do make notations — without invalidating the ballots. Some states write a “P” for provisional or an “A” for absentee, so a ballot can be quickly identified. In Illinois, a law mandates that poll workers, called election judges, must initial ballots before they get issued to voters to verify ballots were officially issued.

Beaufort County, SC · 11d

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Liberty County weighs financial backstop for $39M Tradeport East water treatment plant

HINESVILLE, Ga. (WTOC) - Liberty County commissioners met in a workshop Wednesday to review financing for the proposed Tradeport East Water Reclamation Facility, a $39 million project to serve growth around Midway. Financial advisor Trey Monroe said the total includes design and contingency, with about $32.5 million for construction of...

Liberty County, GA · 10d

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Savannah water break causes boil water advisory, affects 200 homes

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — A main water break led the city of Savannah to issue a boil water advisory Thursday for residents near Highway 80 and Houlihan Avenue, a city spokesperson said. The area impacts approximately 200 properties. Residents are advised to boil water for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, making ice or preparing baby formula. […]

Savannah, GA · 9d

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National First Responders Day: Chatham County firefighters recognized by their peers

Captain John Farrell and firefighter Christopher Carter were on the scene of the Georgetown Oaks apartment fire in April of 2026.

Chatham County, GA · 10d

The Georgia Sun

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Water Main Break on Highway 80 Cuts Service to 200 Savannah Properties

SAVANNAH — City crews are working to fix a broken water main on U.S. Highway 80 in Savannah, with about 200 properties currently without service. What’s Happening: The break is on a 10-inch water main near 3501 Houlihan St. City of Savannah crews responded and estimated repairs would be complete and water service restored by 5 p.m. today.

Savannah, GA · 9d

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Rick Jackson campaigns across Coastal Georgia as governor’s race enters final stretch

RICHMOND HILL, Ga. (WSAV) — With Election Day on Nov. 3, Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson took his campaign across Coastal Georgia in Bryan, Bulloch and Chatham counties. Jackson began Wednesday with a 9 a.m. meet-and-greet at Richmond Hill City Center in Bryan County. He continued to Statesboro for...

Bryan County, GA · 11d

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Mike Collins campaigns in Effingham County

The Representative met with voters at the El Real Mexican Restaurant in Rincon.

Effingham County, GA · 10d

Savannah Morning News

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Project Camellia team leases space in Enterprise Building in Rincon

OpenAI has opened an office in Rincon that company officials say will help them connect with Effingham County residents about Project Camellia. The office is located in The Enterprise Building, also home to the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority. OpenAI did not respond to questions from the Savannah Morning News about how many will be staffed there or whether the office fits into OpenAI's broader expansion plans in Georgia. However, a spokesperson elaborated on their decision to establish a presence there. "The office will house team members focused on developing our Effingham County data center, giving the team a local base as we continue working with the community," a spokesperson from OpenAI said. "We want to be part of the fabric of the Effingham County community—building lasting relationships, supporting local businesses, and learning from the people who call it home. Our decision to lease space at the IDA reflects that commitment. The office will house team members focused on developing our data center, and we look forward to being an engaged neighbor." Want to contact a team member? Residents can reach the Project Camellia team by calling 912-513-7005 or email them at outreachteam@projectcamellia.com. Latrice Williams is a general assignment reporter

Effingham County, GA · 12d

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OpenAI data center would fill 72 acres of wetlands

To build its hyperscale data center in Effingham County, OpenAI seeks to fill 72 acres of forested wetlands, a plan that requires a Clean Water Act permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to proceed. OpenAI, through its affiliate Octans GA, filed an application for this wetlands fill earlier...

Effingham County, GA · 11d

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News From Around the South Carolina Lowcountry

The SouthernCarolina Alliance received a USDA grant to help revitalize the downtown areas of Denmark and Estill. Bluffton's 22nd annual Arts & Seafood Festival will take place from October 9 through October 18. South Carolina's recreational shellfish harvesting season opened on October 1 and will run through May 15, 2027.

Bluffton, SC · 16d

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37 dogs rescued from RV in Jasper County

As of Tuesday, Oct. 27, all dogs had been removed from the poor living conditions and taken in by multiple rescue organizations to begin their new lives.

Jasper County, SC · 11d

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Fairgrounds to construction grounds: Savannah’s Legacy project development progresses

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - City leaders unanimously voted yes to build a subdivision on undeveloped land at the old Coastal Empire Fairgrounds in Savannah’s 5th District, including 15 affordable single-family homes. Construction already underway. A senior complex is currently under construction at the site. Mayor Pro-Tem and 5th District...

Savannah, GA · 12d

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City providing hardship assistance for storm water fee

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The City of Savannah is launching a Storm water Utility Hardship Assistance Program to help eligible low-income residents who live within the Savannah city limits with their stormwater utility fee. The program is administered by the City of Savannah and operated by Economic Opportunity for Savannah-Chatham...

Savannah, GA · 11d

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Gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson visits Richmond Hill as Election Day nears

RICHMOND HILL – Gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson made a stop in Richmond Hill on Wednesday morning as Election Day draws closer and early voting in Georgia ends this Friday. The visit was part of a series of meet-and-greet-style events hosted by the Republican nominee in Bryan and Bulloch counties...

Richmond Hill, GA · 10d

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Georgia Ports Opens $134 Million Gainesville Inland Port, Expanding Rail Access to Savannah

New Northeast Georgia terminal strengthens manufacturing supply chains, adds shipping flexibility and supports local road improvements. SAVANNAH, Ga., Oct. 29, 2026 — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp joined customers, Hall County officials and Georgia Ports Authority leaders to celebrate the grand opening of the $134 million Gainesville Inland Port, expanding rail connections between Northeast Georgia businesses and the Port of Savannah.

Gainesville, GA · 9d

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Suggs’ Broughton Street grocery catches fire.

Mayor John M. McDonough’s Annual Report for the year ending 13 December 1894 contained this tidbit under “Fires and Alarms”:. Sanborn fire insurance map of Savannah, Georgia, 1888. This 13 August 1894 Savannah Morning News article sheds light on the fire and reveals that Daniel C. Suggs...

Savannah, GA · 13d

The Island Packet

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New port approved near Savannah as Jasper Co.'s plan collapses. Here's the latest

Federal regulators have approved Georgia Ports Authority’s plan to build a 3.5 million TEU container terminal on Hutchinson Island, even as a long-planned bi-state port in Jasper County has been shelved. The developments reshape the shipping landscape near Hilton Head and raise fresh questions about infrastructure along Interstate 95. READ THE FULL STORY: Proposed port near Hilton Head is dead in water. What does that mean for I-95? Here are key takeaways: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approved GPA’s new Savannah Container Terminal on Hutchinson Island after a three-year review. The $2.3 billion, three-berth facility is expected to be complete by the end of 2028. Jimmy Allgood, joint venture chair of the Jasper Ocean Terminal board, and South Carolina Ports board chairman Bill Stern sent a letter asking both state port authorities to “stand down” on the Jasper terminal, citing post-COVID recovery disruptions. GPA Chief Communications Officer Tom Boyd said the authority is adding five container berths at the Port of Savannah, addressing its long-term needs and 10-year plan, making the Jasper joint venture unnecessary at this time. The collapse clouds the future of a proposed $85.85 million Exit 3 interchange on I-95 at Purrysburg Road in Jasper County.

Jasper County, SC · 16d

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Victory North to host Halloween Extravaganza

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Marty Milquetoast Halloween Extravaganza, featuring burlesque, monsters, vampires and a hot dog, returns to Victory North for one show on Halloween night. The audience won’t know what to expect next in a show that also includes mentalism, stilt walking and aerial acts. Valerie Lavelle,...

Savannah, GA · 12d