News from Scott Ryfun Tuesday, May 5, 2026
A crash between two boats in Effingham County near Stokes Bluff Landing Sunday evening resulted in the death of 25 year old William Ligon III of Pooler. Ligon was the son of former State Senator William Ligon and grandson of Pastor Bill Ligon. The other three people involved in the crash survived, one being taken…
Read MoreHighway 82 Fire Morning Update Tuesday May 5, 2026 10:30 a.m.
Overview: The Highway 82 fire is located in Brantley County, Georgia and is impacting the communities of Atkinson and Waynesville. The fire began on Monday April 20th. The entire state of Georgia is in a drought with Brantley County being in an exceptional drought. Due to drought conditions and hot and dry weather, this fire…
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Mtn2Sea delivers gift cards to 74 families
Today starts our 12th day of being boots on the ground serving with the Brantley County fire. All though the fire situation is much better, the need is still extremely great. There is not an official final number for homes lost as of today, but the consensus is there will be over 100 families who…
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College of Coastal Georgia to Celebrate Spring 2026 Commencement on May 8th
The College of Coastal Georgia will celebrate its Spring Commencement on Friday, May 8, with two ceremonies at the Jekyll Island Convention Center. The first ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a second ceremony at 1:00 p.m. This momentous occasion will honor the achievements of more than 300 graduates who have demonstrated dedication…
Read MoreTemporary Closure on Shore Rush Drive Scheduled for May 6
A temporary road closure at 105 Shore Rush Drive will be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6 to repair a collapsed pipe beneath the road. Use Colonial Drive and Palm Drive to detour around the closure. Construction activity will occur within the roadway and right‑of‑way and will involve excavation…
Read MoreBoat Participation Needed for Annual Blessing of the Fleet Boat Parade
BRUNSWICK, GA—The Downtown Brunswick community is preparing for its Annual Blessing of the Fleet on Friday, May 9, 2026, and organizers are calling on local boaters to participate in the event’s highly anticipated Boat Parade along the downtown waterfront. With less than two weeks remaining until the celebration, participation from local shrimpers, charter captains, recreational boaters,…
Read More10th Annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon June 26
The 10th Annual First Responders Appreciation Lunch is scheduled for Friday, June 26 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. All proceeds go to the Brunswick Fire Department. To help as a sponsor: Gold Sponsor – $1,000 – Name on radio, tent space, banner Silver Sponsor – $500 – Name on tent space and banner Bronz…
Read MoreElection Information
May 19, 2026 General Primary April 20. Voter Registration Deadline April 27 Early Voting Begins May 8. Absentee Request Deadline May 15. Early Voting Ends May 19 Election Day June 16 Runoff – if necessary November 3, 2026 – General Election October 5 – Voter Registration Deadline October 13 Early Voting Begins October 23 …
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