Archive By Section - Local news
New road tax called essential
A proposed sales tax for transportation is necessary if the state's highway system is to be improved, former state Rep. and House Majority Leader Jerry Keen told members of the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce at an Eggs & Issues Breakfast on Tuesday in the Liberty County School System's bus maintenance building.
DOT suspends lane closures for holiday
JESUP - The Georgia Department of Transportation plans to suspend all scheduled and ongoing construction-related lane closures on state routes and interstates for the Memorial Day Holiday period.
Name change for Frank Cochran Dr.
Frank Cochran Drive runs between U.S. 84 in Hinesville and Gulick Avenue in the heart of Stewart's garrison area, crossing E.G. Miles Parkway and Fort Stewart's Gate 8.
Early tropical storm rare, not unique
Tropical Storm Alberto, which swept the Georgia and South Carolina coasts with wind and rain Saturday night and Sunday morning, was an unusual May storm, but not something unheard of, according to Al Sandrik, warning coordinator meteorologist with the National Oceanic Atmospheric Agency in Jacksonville.
Rain from season's first tropical storm
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Tropical Storm Alberto weakened slightly off the South Carolina coast on Sunday, a day after becoming an early first storm of the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season.
Council rezones for downtown apartments
The Hinesville city council approved a request Thursday to rezone 4.6 acres at 310 W. Memorial Drive, clearing the way for a 72-unit apartment complex.
Commissioner quitting to run to be chairman
Thursday's Liberty County Commission meeting was the one for District 2 Commissioner Donald Lovette in his current term.
Election season looms
By Friday afternoon, rumors will be put to rest when the list of those who intend to seek elected office in November should be official.
EMA asking for hurricane season preparations
Coastal Georgia is overdue to be hit by a hurricane, making it imperative for coastal residents to be prepared for the worst, according to Liberty County Emergency Management Agency Director Mike Hodges.
Ludowici mayor’s pay dispute appears resolved
After two months of disagreement on what the per diem rate was supposed to be for the mayor, the Ludowici City Council voted May 8 that it would be $50.
Thieves prey on museum
Thieves stole an entire heating/air conditioning unit May 3 from a living history museum in Liberty County.
Firm marks Law Day in Long County
Arnold, Stafford and Randolph hosted a Law Day celebration May 1 at their Ludowici office.
Comment time extended for harbor deepening plan
SAVANNAH (AP) - Interest groups and the public are getting 15 extra days to submit comments on a $653 million proposal to deepen the Savannah harbor.
Board grants funding requests
For the second year, the Liberty County Commission on May 1 unanimously approved $86,090 in SPLOST grants for capital improvement projects at local historic and cultural sites.
Trivial ticket challenge goes unanswered
No one responded to Midway City Councilman Terry Doyle's 30-day challenge to show evidence that a Midway Police officer had written anyone a ticket for speeding less than 5 miles per hour over the posted speed limit.
Articles by Section - Local news
Local company recognized for supporting military
Waltrich Plastic Corporation quietly has served the military community for more than a dozen years, without thanks or fanfare.
Authorities investigating possible threat at Wal-Mart
There are reports of an alleged bomb threat at the Wal-Mart store located off Oglethorpe Highway in Hinesville. Authorities are currently investigating the threat. The Courier will continue to report on any update as it becomes available.
Long Co. hopes to expand rec facilities at lake
Long County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Howard and Long County Development Authority Chairman Danny Norman went before the county commission Feb. 3 to ask the group for help in expanding the recreational services at Morgan Lake.
Liberty’s ISO ratings see dramatic decrease
Liberty County Emergency Management Agency Director Mike Hodges informed the Liberty County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday that Gum Branch and unincorporated county residents can expect a decrease in their homeowner's insurance rates this year, thanks to better fire-protection ratings for the areas under Liberty County Fire Services management.
- Hot Topics
- Public Safety
- Hinesville Crime Map
- Area sex offenders
- Arrests
- GSU Eagles Nest
- Tide at Sunbury
- Eagle Nation
- Celebrations
- Sound off
- Download school menus
- Online games
- Savannah happenings
- TV
- Parade magazine
- Food
- Things to do
- Buy/Sell
- Just Listed
- TriCounty PennySaver
- Classifieds
- Gas Buddy
- Coupons
- Savannah Pennysaver
- Statesboro Deals
- Today's print ads
- Where to buy the Courier
- Extras
- Front Page
- Videos
- Obits
- LibertyLife
|
© 2015 Hinesville Publishing - All Rights Reserved
|
Powered By
|