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The Hi-Lo Organization is connecting counties all throughout Georgia
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - The Hi-Lo Organization is connecting counties all throughout Georgia and they’re doing it with trails. The organization wants to make the longest, paved trail in the U.S. The name would be the Hi-Lo Trail and would expand from Athens to Savannah Georgia. This trail organization...
A Coastal Canvas: Artist Charissa Murray
The swaying trees and gentle breeze from the nearby ocean sweep across the wooden deck of the Tybee Oaks, a funky collection of locally owned stores right off Tybee’s main road. The first store featured is what Charissa Murray calls “The Shop.” It’s the culmination of her dream to display her art featuring her love and appreciation for her home, Tybee Island.
Effingham County Sheriff's Office provides protocol for using deadly force on animals
A deputy working for the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office was justified in using deadly force when he shot a pit bull during an investigation Tuesday, according to the sheriff's office. “After being attacked, the deputy had a reasonable belief the dog would cause serious injury to him or others...
Savannah area realtors host Juneteenth event
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Local municipalities and organizations are preparing for Juneteenth events in the coming week. The Savannah Area Realtors are hosting a community event next week and the group’s President, Sharon Miller joined WTOC, Tuesday morning to let everyone know what to expect.
Georgia hospital CEO to exit for dual COO, CFO role
Antoine Poythress has shared plans to exit his role as CEO of Millen, Ga.-based Jenkins County Medical Center to become COO and CFO of Effingham Health System in Springfield, Ga., effective Aug. 12. In his new role, Mr. Poythress will report directly to Effingham's CEO Fran Witt, DNP, and help...
Georgia funds $7 million renovation of historic home on Ossabaw Island
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources will spend $7 million to renovate a historic home on state-owned Ossabaw Island, south of Savannah. The non-profit Ossabaw Island Foundation said last week that the state funding will rehabilitate the 20,000-square-foot former home of Eleanor “Sandy” Torrey-West. She was the island...
In Session: Chatham County grand jury indicts man for March 24 shooting death of Stephanie Neal
This column is part of a weekly round-up of notable grand jury indictments and court decisions, following through on cases reported by Savannah Morning News public safety reporter Drew Favakeh. If there are cases you're curious about, email Drew at AFavakeh@Gannett.com. Man indicted for murder of Stephanie Neal ...
Georgia State Patrol trooper's car rear-ended during traffic stop
SAVANNAH, Ga. — A driver rear-ended a Georgia State Patrol trooper's patrol car early Saturday morning. Authorities said it happened on Leroy Coffer Highway as the trooper was assisting another trooper during a traffic stop. We're told the trooper was not inside his car at the time of the...
Savannah Juneteenth Fine Arts Festival grows in second year, brings weeklong programming
The Savannah Juneteenth Fine Arts Festival is back for a second year. This year will feature increased programming throughout the week and culminate in the Grand Festival on June 22 at Forsyth Park. Savannah staple TG Live, also known as the "TG Live Experience," will headline the Grand Festival. Other...
Savannah Bananas to Take Over Franklin Dunkin’
The “Greatest Show in Sports” is teaming up with Dunkin’ for an in-store player appearance that celebrates Dunkin’ as the official coffee and donut of the Savannah Bananas. As part of the “Banana Ball World Tour,” the Savannah Bananas will be making the team’s visit to First Horizon Park June 13 – 15, 2024.
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