January 15, 2009

Liberty Humane Shelter Needs Help to Win Million $ Makeover

The Liberty Humane Society is a finalist in Zootoo’s Million Dollar Makeover contest.  But they need the community’s support to win.

Liberty’s Oldest Resident Dies

The woman who may have been Liberty County’s oldest living resident has died.  Flora “Hansie” Sharpe Troha died Tuesday at Coastal Manor Nursing Home. 


January 13, 2009

Goody’s Said To Be Closing More Stores

Company officials are not confirming it, but media reports nataionwide say Goody’s Family Clothing Stores is liquidating its assets, which means the Hinesville store will close.

Family Recalls Century Of Military Service

Read about the Troha brothers, who have served more than a century of military service collectively.


January 12, 2009

Teen Accidentally Shot In Stomach

Hinesville police have confirmed a teenager was shot at a home in Hinesville Friday night.


January 09, 2009

Georgia Is Part Of National Salmonella Outbreak

Georgia and Ohio are among the states that are part of a national salmonella outbreak that has sent at least a dozen people to the hospital and sickened nearly 400 people. 


January 08, 2009

Georgia Named A National Leader In Helping Jobless Return To Work

The Georgia Department of Labor has been named a national leader in helping unemployed citizens get back to work and for the efficient management of its unemployment insurance program. 

Court To Divert Minor Drug Users Into Rehab

This week, Liberty County launched a court designed to divert drug users from a life of addiction.

Long County Man Has Link To Miami Dolphins

Most folks in Long County know Jerry SMiley for his barbecue.  In the Rye Patch area, he has served it to friends from his home and more recently from The Clubhouse in Rye Patch.  What few people know is that Smiley’s son, Justin Smiley, plays for the Miami Dolphins. 


January 06, 2009

Wounded Marine Draws Inspiration From President

Lance Cpl. Patrick Paul Pittman Jr., from Effingham County, was wounded by a suicide bomber in Iraq.  When he was invited to the White House, he never thought he’d actually get an audience with the president. 

New SHS To Open To Students Wednesday

In spite of a few setbacks, Statesboro High School will indeed open for classes Wednesday morning.

Blue Angels To Undergo More Rigorous Training

The Navy hopes changes in the way Blue Angels train will help prevent crashes like the one at he Beaufort Air Show two years ago.

Time For Last Call? Bars Getting Second Look After Rash Of Shootings

Following two shootings at a south-island nightclub last week, Hilton Head Island officials have a strong message:  the intend to hold bars accountable for crimes that occur on their properties.


January 05, 2009

Rep. Buddy Carter Announces Candidacy for Georgia Senate

State Representative Buddy Carter will announce his plan to run for the Georgia Senate - District One on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center on Hutchinson Island.

Zoo Atlanta Hopes To Bring Back PandaCam

Zoo Atlanta officials are trying to find a way to turn the PandaCam back on.  The online PandaCam gave close-up views of Atlanta’s panda family.  Officials turned it off December 31st to save money.

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