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Work begins on regional projects list
The group charged with whittling down a hefty list of regional transportation projects meets today to begin figuring out which projects get funding if voters approve a 1 percent sales tax next year.
Richmond Hill reports ongoing 'spill' at facility
The "major spill" that was reported last week at Richmond Hill's wastewater treatment facility was actually ongoing for eight days, according to a press release from the city.
Electric co-op holds annual meeting, elects board of directors
Coastal Electric Cooperation's 71st annual meeting combined lighthearted entertainment with the democratic process Thursday at Midway Middle School. The cooperative is a not-for-profit electric distribution company that provides power to about 14,000 residents in Liberty, Bryan, Long and McIntosh counties.
Area legislators to hold meeting on Ogeechee fish kill
State legislators serving Bryan County and other areas along the Ogeechee River will host a public meeting this week with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources on the recent fish kill in the river. State Representatives Jon Burns, R-Newington, Ann Purcell, R-Rincon, and Jan Tankersley, R-Brooklet, along with state Senators Jack Hill, R-Reidsville, and Jesse Stone, R-Waynesboro, will be on hand at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Effingham County Middle School, 1659 Hwy.119 South, ...
County officials ready for 2011 storm season
Residents of Bryan County can rest a little easier this hurricane season knowing that Bryan County Emergency Services Director Jim Anderson along with his agency and staff are well prepared to assist residents in the event of a major storm.
Bryan County pays tribute for Memorial Day
It was a weekend of remembrance in Bryan County as people on both ends of the county participated in ceremonies paying homage to military service members who have died defending the U.S.
City spills treated wastewater into Elbow Swamp
Richmond Hill has reported its first "major spill" of the year at its wastewater treatment plant at Sterling Creek.
Monitoring is key for water source quality
Expected growth along Georgia's coast is leading members of the Coastal Regional Water Resource Planning Council to monitor water usage, and possibly look for alternative water sources.
Plantation Lumber makes a splash with open house
Kids and adults alike had fun Thursday at Plantation Lumber's annual open house and business after-hours event through the Richmond Hill-Bryan County Chamber of Commerce. More than 100 people came out to enjoy a plethora of low country boil, raffles, musical entertainment and much more.
Swim advisory lifted for Ogeechee River
A massive fish kill affecting 40 miles of the Ogeechee River was caused by a bacterial disease induced by environmental stress, environmentalists said Thursday.
Bacterial disease cause of fish kill
A massive fish kill affecting 40 miles of the Ogeechee River was caused by a bacterial disease induced by environmental stress, environmentalists said Thursday.
State warns of fish kill in Ogeechee
The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD), DNR Wildlife Division and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have responded to a fish kill occurring on an approximate 35- to 40-mile segment of the Ogeechee River in Screven and Bulloch counties with possible effects in Bryan, Chatham and Effingham counties.
Planning commission meeting canceled
The Richmond Hill Planning Commission meeting set for Monday, May 23, has been canceled. For more information, call 756-3735.
Council OKs higher density for Richmond Hill Plantation
Residents living in Richmond Hill Plantation will have more neighbors than may have been expected next spring following a decision from the Richmond Hill City Council on Tuesday.
Seeing where it all goes
Anyone who is curious as to where soda cans, water bottles and other recyclable materials go after they're tossed in the blue recycling bin, just ask the county commissioners.
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Area leaders lobby in Washington
Mayor Jim Thomas said he and other political and business leaders traveled to Washington, D.C., last week to express their concerns about the affect sequestration has on Coastal Georgia's military communities.
Radio upgrades jam garage openers
Some residents living near Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield began having problems with their garage-door remote-control devices in April, right after the installation made changes to its radio equipment.
New turn lanes bound for crossroads
Richmond Hill's busiest intersection will soon be getting a makeover.
RH Library sets sites on new facility
A 400-acre site in South Bryan near Publix could one day be the home of the new Richmond Hill Public Library.
City says Crowe terminated
After first saying Mark Crowe had resigned, Pembroke has since said the former police chief's contract was terminated after Crowe said he intended to stay on the job.
Raider Brigade soldiers return from Afghanistan
About 130 soldiers with the 3rd Infantry Division's 1st Armor Brigade Combat Team arrived home from Afghanistan late Thursday afternoon. Many of them were coming home a few months before the end of the scheduled nine-month combat tour.
Street named for fallen deputy
On a flawless summer morning, Pembroke marked a somber anniversary.
County breaks ground on new fire station
As officials broke ground Thursday morning on the Bryan County Emergency Services Fire Station No. 10 at Waterways Township in South Bryan, county commission Chairman Jimmy Burnsed said he wanted one thing made clear.
County to consider tax increase
Looking at a possible budget shortfall, the Bryan County Board of Commissioners could raise property taxes by as much as 1.5 mills in 2014.
Chatham doctor announces bid for U.S. Congress
SAVANNAH - Dr. Bob Johnson of Isle of Hope on Saturday announced his candidacy for Georgia's First Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Army taps new leader for 3rd ID
Maj. Gen. John M. Murray will be taking command of the 3rd Infantry Division later this summer, according to a June 10 release by the Chief of Staff of the Army.
Little League championship coming to Richmond Hill
For the second-straight summer, Richmond Hill will be the site of a Little League state championship tournament.
Pembroke replaces police chief
Pembroke city officials announced Monday night the resignation of police chief Mark Crowe and the appointment of Sgt. Stacy Strickland as interim chief.
Pembroke replaces police chief
Pembroke Police Chief Mark Crowe says he plans to get an attorney following the City Council's announcement Monday that Sgt. Stacy Strickland will serve as the city's top law enforcement officer.
Piecing together the past
The late Frank O. Miller, a former Pembroke mayor and newspaper editor, is getting some attention.
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