SUMMARY: Tybee Island, GA, is facing recurring sewage spills, with the third incident in three months occurring after heavy rainfall caused 40,000 gallons of stormwater mixed with wastewater to overflow into Horse Pen Creek. The city is grappling with aging and damaged sewer infrastructure, exacerbated by frequent storms. City crews have made temporary repairs, but a long-term solution is underway, including a $12.5 million upgrade plan and a $2.5 million sewer project launch. Mayor Brian West emphasized ongoing efforts over the past eight years, set to continue for 15 more. An update on the sewer system overhaul will be shared tonight at 6:30 PM at the Tybee Island Public Safety Building.

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SUMMARY: Ahead of Labor Day, law enforcement agencies from Georgia, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, and Tennessee are collaborating on the Hands Across the Border campaign to reduce impaired driving. Georgia law prohibits driving with a BAC of .08 or higher. Officers emphasize enforcing highway safety by targeting DUI, speeding, distracted driving, and seatbelt violations. Officials aim to send a strong message of zero tolerance for impaired driving to protect communities. Georgia has seen a 17% decrease in fatalities this year, with 800 deaths reported. The campaign urges drivers to buckle up, avoid distractions, and drive sober to prevent tragic crashes and save lives.

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SUMMARY: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement has sparked excitement, with Visit Savannah inviting the couple to wed in the scenic Coastal Empire. Visit Savannah president Joseph Marinelli highlighted the city’s beauty, celebrity-friendly community, and nearby honeymoon spot Tybee Island. The city is known for hosting celebrity weddings, including Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck in 2022, John F. Kennedy Jr. and Caroline Bessette in 1996, Mandy Moore and Ryan Adams in 2009, and Paula Deen in 2004. Savannah’s charm and reputation as a bucket-list destination make it an ideal wedding location for the superstar couple.

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