Rain Couldn’t Stop the Climb: Effingham Memorial 9/11 Stair Climb Honors Those Who Served
SPRINGFIELD, GA — The rain may have fallen, but it could not dampen the spirit of the community during the Effingham Memorial 9/11 Stair Climb, held at Effingham County High School’s Bob Griffin Stadium. With 125 climbers taking part, the event brought together residents, first responders, community leaders, students, businesses, and supporters to remember the […]
Data Centers Linked to Stronger Home Values, Higher Incomes in New National Real Estate Analysis
National Association of REALTORS® research offers a positive look at how communities with data centers are performing in housing, income and economic growth As data centers become an increasingly important part of America’s digital infrastructure, new research highlighted by the National Association of REALTORS® is providing insight into what these major investments may mean for […]
New Chapter for Effingham County EMS as Roxanne Rigsby Named Incoming Director
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. — Effingham County Emergency Medical Services is preparing for a leadership transition as a longtime public servant prepares to retire and a familiar face steps forward to lead the department into its next chapter. During a gathering of EMS personnel Wednesday at the Effingham County Administration Complex, Assistant County Manager Michael King […]
PROJECT CAMELLIA: FUNDING THE FUTURE
Project Camellia’s impact on Effingham County Schools isn’t just about one source of funding. It’s about immediate tax relief for families, significant long-term resources for our schools, and new opportunities for students. Immediate relief for families Following the land sale to OpenAI, the ECIDA has committed $30 million annually for three years to support property […]
IT’S OFFICIAL: Effingham County Homeowners to See Approximately 30% Reduction in 2026 Property Tax Bills
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. — Effingham County homeowners are getting significant property tax relief in 2026, as county leaders have officially confirmed that qualifying homeowners are expected to see an average reduction of approximately 30% on their property tax bills compared with 2025. The reduction follows action by the Effingham County Board of Commissioners on September […]
OpenAI Commits $4.8 Million to Provide Free School Meals for Effingham County Students
SPRINGFIELD, Ga. — A major new community investment from OpenAI will soon provide direct financial relief to thousands of Effingham County families while helping ensure local students have access to nutritious meals throughout the school day. The investment represents the first major commitment from OpenAI’s $80 million community fund associated with Project Camellia, the company’s […]
Effingham County School Board Slashes Millage Rate Again, Delivering Another Win for Local Taxpayers
Unanimous vote lowers school district millage rate to 16.45 mills as Board continues working to balance growth, education and taxpayer relief EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. — Effingham County taxpayers received more positive news Monday morning as the Effingham County Board of Education voted unanimously to lower the school district’s millage rate to 16.45 mills, continuing the […]
Project Camellia Puts Schools Front and Center with Tax Relief, Long-Term Education Funding and Career Opportunities
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. — As discussions surrounding Project Camellia continue in Effingham County, new information released by the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority highlights what could become one of the project’s most significant community impacts: substantial new funding for local schools, property tax relief for residents and expanded opportunities for students preparing for tomorrow’s workforce. […]
Project Camellia Power Plan Designed to Protect Residents, Strengthen Georgia’s Electric Grid
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. — As plans for Project Camellia continue moving forward in Effingham County, new information released by the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority is addressing one of the biggest questions surrounding the proposed OpenAI data center campus: Who will pay for the massive amount of electrical infrastructure needed to serve the project? According […]
Project Camellia’s Water Strategy Designed to Protect Effingham County Resources
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, GA — As plans for Project Camellia move forward in Effingham County, new information from the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority is providing residents with a clearer picture of how the project intends to manage one of the community’s most important natural resources: water. According to information released by the Effingham County Industrial […]