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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 · 12d

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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 · 17d

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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 · 13d

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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...

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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...

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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 · 11d

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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 · 10d

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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 · 14d

The Island Packet

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 · 17d

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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 · 14d

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City of Savannah asks for input on proposed data center ordinance

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The City of Savannah released a survey Wednesday where residents, businesses and neighborhood groups can give input on a proposed data center ordinance. The city is considering adding an amendment to the zoning ordinance that would define data centers as land use and create development standards that are Savannah-specific.

Savannah, GA · 11d

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Savannah women’s health night to focus on menopause education

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A women’s health night in Savannah will give attendees a chance to learn more about menopause, recognize symptoms and prepare for conversations with their healthcare providers. St. Joseph’s/Candler’s African-American Health Information & Resource Center will host “Let’s Talk Menopause” at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29,...

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ECSO awarded over $300,000 in grants through the GOHS

The ECSO has been awarded $289,692 for a Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic (H.E.A.T.) grant and over $35,000 for a Traffic Enforcement grant.

Effingham County, GA · 12d

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Beaufort County administrator requests investigation into county personnel

BEAUFORT COUNTY, Sc. (WTOC) - The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed an ongoing investigation involving county government personnel. The investigation is being conducted at the request of the Beaufort County administrator, according to an advisory from the Sheriff’s Office. The agency issued the statement after receiving questions...

Beaufort County, SC · 13d

Savannah Morning News

Savannah renews downtown shuttle contract, with calls for expansion

Savannah City Council approved a 3-year renewal of the DOT shuttle, the fare-free transportation through the city’s downtown provided by Chatham Area Transit. The contract is for $7.9 million over the 3-year term, with new fines tied to performance standards. The renewal was approved by CAT’s Board in August. While council renewed the approval, discussion centered on aspirations to grow fare-free service to the Savannah's south side. District 6 Alderman Kurtis Purtee, who represents the city’s southernmost neighborhoods, asked city staff to explore cost estimates for a DOT extension south. Purtee specifically asked for a transit option from Georgia Southern’s Armstrong Campus through the mid-city to downtown. The alderman added he has requested such an expansion for years but still hasn’t received a solid cost estimate. “There has to be a start, and we got to bring that forward and not just sit on it for a couple of years,” he said. Background: Chatham Area Transit to implement service changes | Exclusive The DOT shuttle runs from Johnson Square south to Victory Drive with an east-west line through downtown to Eastern Wharf. There is also an additional DOT route through west side neighborhoods Carver Village and Cloverdale into downtown. Savannah

Savannah, GA · 14d

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Effingham County to celebrate grand opening of park

Refreshments, swag, and giveaways will be available at the event. Kids are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes and enjoy the park!

Effingham County, GA · 14d

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Rick Jackson campaigning in 3 counties across the Coastal Empire

Statesboro, GA · 12d

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WATCH: Mayor Johnson holds weekly press conference

Mayor Van Johnson holds his weekly press conference to discuss all the things that have happened around Savannah this past week. He will also preview some of the things coming up.