International Paper will close its Riceboro and Savannah mills, affecting about 1,100 workers. Local and state leaders pledged immediate support for employees and businesses impacted by the decision.

Effingham County High School will host South Effingham and Richmond Hill in a volleyball trimatch tonight. The Rebels and Mustangs open play at 5 p.m., followed by South vs. Richmond Hill, with ECHS ...

A Guyton woman has been charged with murder in her husband’s death after police found him dead Tuesday at a Pine Street home.

Effingham County is gearing up for a football season filled with high expectations. With quarterback Tucker Perkins powering ...

U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, who represents Effingham County, responded in writing to the Herald’s questions about his support for ...

After a tough season opener, South Effingham showed signs of growth against New Hampstead. Freshman QB Liam Coburn sparked ...

Don’t miss a moment of Mustang football’s opening night! 👉 Check out Effingham Herald correspondent photographer Birk ...

South Effingham volleyball stunned St. Vincent’s to snap a nine-year losing streak, then pushed powerhouse Savannah Christian ...

Rincon City Council voted unanimously Monday to approve its first pay raise in 14 years, increasing council members’ pay to ...

South Effingham opened its season with a 14-6 loss to New Hampstead on Friday night, despite a tough defensive effort that ...