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Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Yahoo
This week marks 10 years since 5 Georgia Southern nursing students were killed in I-16 crash
This week marks 10 years since five Georgia Southern University nursing students were killed in a fiery crash. The deadly crash happened on April 22, 2015 along Interstate 16 outside of Savannah. A group of seven young women were headed to their final clinical training when a tractor-trailer driver crashed into the back of their two cars. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Five of the nursing students died: Emily Clark, a junior from Powder Springs, Morgan Bass, a junior from Leesburg, Abbie Deloach, a junior from Savannah, McKay Pittman, a junior from Alpharetta, and Caitlyn Baggett, a junior from Millen. The other two victims survived. In 2016, the truck driver and trucking company involved in the crash were indicted on vehicular homicide charges. The driver, John Wayne Johnson, pleaded guilty to nine criminal charges and was sentenced to five years in prison. Total Transportation of Mississippi, his employer, agreed to pay $78 million to settle civil lawsuits after the crash. Georgia Southern University released the following statement on Tuesday. 'As we mark the tenth anniversary of the accident that claimed the lives of five Georgia Southern University nursing students — Caitlyn Baggett, Morgan Bass, Emily Clark, Abbie DeLoach and Catherine 'McKay' Pittman — we pause to reflect on the lasting impact they made on Eagle Nation. Over the past decade, their lives have inspired meaningful change, including efforts to improve highway safety and support nursing education through scholarships and memorials in their name. These young women were dedicated to serving others and we continue to honor their lives not just in memory, but in the way we live, learn and lead." PREVIOUS STORIES: April 22, 2015: 5 Georgia Southern students killed, 2 injured in crash April 27, 2015: Troopers interview truck driver in deadly crash with GSU students April 21, 2016: Settlement reached in wrongful deaths of Georgia Southern nursing students July 14, 2016: Truck driver sentenced for crash that killed 5 nursing students January 18, 2017: Truck driver who caused crash that killed nursing students weeps in court January 19, 2017: Survivor of crash that killed nursing students gives emotional testimony January 20, 2017: Jury awards $15M to student hurt in wreck November 11, 2023: Family of Ga. nursing student among 5 killed in crash opens tutoring boutique in her honor [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Sport
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Chipola's Kanija Daniel named Player of the Year
MARIANNA, Fla. (WMBB) – Chipola College's Kanija Daniel was named NJCAA Women's basketball Player Of The Year. The 5-foot-10 sophomore and Georgia Southern transfer lit up the court this past season at Chipola College, becoming the 12th Chipola basketball player and fifth in program history to be named an NJCAA First Team All-American. Daniel led the team with 628 points, outscoring the second-highest scorer by an impressive 279 points. She also ranked 11th in the nation, averaging more than 19 points per game. This national honor adds to an already decorated season, as Daniel was previously named the FCSAA/Region 8 MVP, FCSAA Player of the Year, All-FCSAA Division I First Team, Panhandle Conference Player of the Year and All-Panhandle Conference First Team. With Daniel at the helm, the Lady Indians finished with a 31-4 record and earned the No. 1 seed in the 2024–25 NJCAA Women's Basketball National Tournament. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- General
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Here's where to find assistance for The Vault apartment residents
STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) — The Bulloch County Public Safety and Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is offering several outlets of assistance for impacted residents at The Vault apartment complex. Residents were abruptly told to move out after an independent contractor reported finding rotting wood foundations and other structural damage at the apartment complex. The City put management on notice Friday, April 4. In a Facebook post Wednesday, The Public Safety and EMA offered some support for those looking for new or temporary residency. Local assistance The Dean of Students Office is available to assist with Georgia Southern students who may be impacted by housing issues at the Vault. The Dean of Students Office can also assist students with faculty notifications and other support resources. Georgia Southern's University Housing Office is available to work with students who are looking for a place to live on campus for the remainder of the semester. Any student not wishing to live in on-campus housing, should still contact the Dean of Students Office for assistance. Apartments available Copper Beech and Cambridge have vacancies. They will allow immediate move in as soon as they complete their screenings. The Union Mission is prepared to help displaced families with income to find housing and possibly provide rent assistance for the first few months. Interested families must apply in person at their Statesboro office, located at 515 Denmark Street, Suite 1000, and provide proof of displacement and proof of income. Through their Rapid Rehousing Program, they will pay your deposit and half of your first three months' rent. You must bring the letter from The Vault and meet their financial requirements. For more questions call them at 912-238-2777 extension 1801 or 1800. Homeless shelter Open Hearts Community Mission, currently has one family room available, along with ten available beds for women and seven available beds for men. They do not accommodate couples. Interested families will need to call 912-623-2528. They prefer a phone call to appearing in person. The intake process takes about 30 minutes: a required background check via the Statesboro PD takes only about two minutes, and the application form is only one page. Free medical and mental health Statesboro Pediatrics and Family Healthcare Center, located at 1570 Brampton Avenue, Statesboro, is offering free medical and mental health care to any residents of the Vault for the month of April. Call 912-764-9196 to make an appointment. You will need to tell them you are a resident of The Vault and bring the letter to vacate from The Vault and proof that you are a resident of The Vault. Food and other resources Christian Social Ministries is available to provide resources including food. John Long, Executive Director can be reached at 912-512-0107. Veterans rehousing assistance On Thursday, April 10, starting at 9:30 a.m. the American Legion Post 90 is hosting the VA Supportive Services for Veterans Families Program (VA SSVF) program coordinators from both Augusta and Savannah at American Legion Post 90, 100 Rucker Lane to assist Veterans from The Vault Apartments with rehousing. Esther's Place is offering showers and laundry assistance. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-03-2025
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Georgia Southern University mourns death of live bald eagle mascot
Georgia Southern University's live bald eagle mascot, 'Freedom,' has died. The university announced that Freedom died on Saturday. He served as an ambassador for Georgia Southern and appeared for many years at Georgia Southern sporting events, the St. Patrick's Day parade in Savannah, commencements, and other appearances across Georgia and the United States. Freedom became a part of the Georgia Southern community in 2004 when he was found knocked out of a nest in Maitland, Florida. A permanent injury to his beak prevented his release back into the wild. The university acquired Freedom with the permission of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. 'We are incredibly saddened by the passing of Freedom, who soared as a symbol of Georgia Southern pride and True Blue spirit,' Georgia Southern President Kyle Marrero said. 'Freedom was more than a mascot; he represented strength, spirit, and unity for Georgia Southern. His loss will be felt by so many in Eagle Nation.' [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Rapper Young Scooter dies after running from Atlanta police, reports say North Georgia man accused of stealing $14 million from his job Metro Atlanta shattered the 35-year record for the highest amount of pollen today [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Sport
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Howard talks exclusively with WSAV about current, possible future role in coaching
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Later this week, Savannah native Anita Howard will be on the sidelines as an assistant coach for Mississippi State as the Bulldogs start their quest for a national title. Recently, WSAV exclusively caught up with Coach Howard. We talked about her current role, her future role in coaching and her departure from Georgia Southern. On March 12, 2024, Georgia Southern and Anita Howard agreed to mutually part ways, according to a statement release by the school. It was a shock to many. In the 2023-24 season, the Lady Eagles did have a disappointing 15-18 campaign with only four conference wins. However, the previous season, Georgia Southern went 12-6 in the Sun Belt. They finished tied for fourth and were a win out of a three-way tie for first place. 'I'm learning,' Howard said. 'I'm growing my craft, I'm soaking up and I'm trying to be better for Coach Purcell at this level, there's no hard feelings. I wish them nothing but success moving forward.' Five weeks after her time ended in Statesboro, Howard landed at Mississippi State under head coach Sam Purcell. Howard's title at Mississippi State is assistant women's basketball coach and recruiting coordinator. The Beach Alum went right to work. She brought in her best player from Georgia Southern, Jesup native Teran Ward, and a post player, Kayla Thomas. 'Bringing the energy working in the SEC has been phenomenal just to see how they do it,' Howard said. 'Being able to coach some of the best of the best athletes every single night.' After a year of not being the person to make all the decisions, I asked Coach Howard if she wanted to be a head coach again. 'As of right now, no,' Howard said. 'I'm learning. I'm soaking in all and day-by-day, it's way more difficult at this level at the head seat. So, I'm perfectly fine where I am right now.' On March 21, Howard will be in Los Angeles, Calif. as Mississippi State plays its first-round game against California, a No. 8 seed. The game will be at 5:30 p.m. hosted by Southern California. They are in the Spokane 4 regional. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
