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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 […]

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Dreaming of retirement by the water? These 6 Southern cities stand out

Narrowing down where to live during retirement is no easy feat. Important considerations include affordability, health-care facilities, population size and - according to indicators AARP uses to inform its liveability index - access to the outdoors and nature. And then there’s the toes-in-the- sand factor. These Southern cities and towns stand out for having one trait in common: their coastal lifestyle. Whether it's a laid-back beach town where everyone knows your name or a lively waterfront city where something is always on, this list has an enticing option for everyone who is considering a retirement move. Palm Coast, Florida Ranked no. 9 on U.S. News & World Report's 2026 list of top places to retire, which took into account "happiness of local residents, housing affordability, tax rates and health-care quality," this coastal city of about 115,000 people sits conveniently between St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, with about 30 percent of the population aged 65 or older. Opportunities for outdoor recreation are abundant here, including 70 miles of saltwater and freshwater canals, six designated Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trails and the Jack Nicklaus-designed Ocean Course at Hammock Beach Resort & Spa . Savannah, Georgia Coming in at No. 8 on

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Lanes reopen on I-16 in Chatham County following crash

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - [UPDATE 11/5/2026 AT 9:30 a.m.] All lanes have reopened on I-16 eastbound following a crash, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). [ORIGINAL STORY] One right lane is closed Thursday morning on I-16 eastbound in Chatham County following a crash, according to the Georgia...

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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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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...

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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.

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24-year-old unseats longtime Georgia House Rep. in District 161

Bill Hitchens represented District 161 in the Georgia House for 18 years but was unseated by a 24-year-old candidate Tuesday.

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Pooler City Council votes down massive apartment plan for The District

POOLER, Ga. (WTOC) - Pooler city leaders rejected a massive development plan that would have brought more than 1,000 apartment units to the city. On Monday night, city council voted down a zoning request to build the apartments within The District. The District is a proposed multi-use project — with...

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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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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.

Savannah, GA · 2d

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General Election 2026: Effingham County results

Nov. 3, 2026, results for county commission, property tax and renewal of Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, Springfield redevelopment, solicitor and more.

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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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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 · 1d

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Jasper County will see new leadership in city officials

Jasper County has some big changes coming its way, with three new officials stepping into leadership.

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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

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Effingham County voters do not renew SPLOST by 140 votes

EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) — Effingham County voters decided Tuesday not to renew the county’s SPLOST, with the measure failing by 140 votes, or less than 1%. A new library and park expansion are on hold. What the penny paid for. The penny was meant to pay for...

Effingham County, GA · 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.

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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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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.

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