Bluffton courtesy ride lawsuit settled, but aunt still wants change from police
More than a year after a fatal hit-and-run killed her nephew, a Beaufort woman is still pushing for changes to a police procedure she believes led to his death. Bluffton resident Andrew “Andy” LeMaster , 40, was heavily intoxicated and had been locked out of his home by his wife when a Bluffton police officer gave...
Georgia Power’s planned Plant McIntosh gas could be among ‘costliest’ in U.S., expert says
About 15 miles north of Savannah and right above the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge in Rincon, Ga., stands Plant McIntosh, a robust 10-unit gas plant made up of eight 80-MW combustion turbine units, and two 660-MW combined cycle (CC) units. In 2022, it was listed as the state's fourth-largest carbon dioxide...
Jury finds Teeple guilty after 2019 punch of elderly man
Following the conclusion of the presentation of evidence in the Charles Teeple trial on Thursday, closing arguments began Friday.
Body found at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
The cause of death is currently under investigation.
Christmas in the South: 16 Towns Worth Visiting in December
The South doesn’t whisper Christmas — it throws it a parade, lights it on fire, and serves it with pie. December down South feels different. Warm smiles, glowing porches, church bells drifting through crisp air. Garland hangs from balconies like it’s always belonged there. Time slows, but the cheer hits fast.
Food banks, toddlers, and snow
We’ve made it y’all! This is the last Thursday newsletter of the year, and The Current wishes all of our amazing subscribers the happiest of holidays. Whether you’re bracing yourself for a kooky family feast, or pouring a hot cup of cocoa before getting into a gifted book, remember there is one more weekend to spend...
Headliners announced for the 19th Savannah Book Festival
Excitement is building for the 19th Savannah Book Festival, which runs Thursday, February 5 through Sunday, February 8, 2026. From the ticketed Headliner Addresses to Free Festival Saturday, this event brings together readers and writers for a four-day celebration of fiction, non-fiction, and compelling storytelling....
More than 2,200 degrees conferred at GSU’s fall commencement ceremonies
proud to celebrate with you here today." Commencement speakers included The Home Depot executive Tim Wilkerson (’91), Emmy Award-winning sports anchor Carla Metts (’14) and The Wendy’s Company executive Jaime Weeks (’21, ’24).
Closing statements pushed to Friday in Teeple trial
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Following the conclusion of the presentation of evidence in the Charles Teeple trial on Thursday, court was recessed for the day, pushing closing statements until Friday. Before the recess for the day, Judge Lisa Colbert was made aware that one juror was discussing details of the case out loud...
Hwy 21 in Beaufort blocked after accident
BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - An accident near the intersection of Hwy 21 and Roseida Rd in Beaufort has stalled traffic on Hwy 21. The left Northbound and Southbound lanes of Hwy 21 are currently blocked. Drivers are urged to use caution and expect delays when travelling through the area.
