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Bryan County Schools back in session as district marks years of growth
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Students returned to class Wednesday as Bryan County Schools celebrated the first day of the new school year, with the district continuing a trend of growth stretching more than a decade.
According to data from Melissa Roberts, Director of Communications and Marketing for Bryan County Schools, student enrollment grew from approximately 7,700 to more than 10,800 students since 2012. Over that same period, the district’s workforce expanded by more than 80%, increasing f...
According to data from Melissa Roberts, Director of Communications and Marketing for Bryan County Schools, student enrollment grew from approximately 7,700 to more than 10,800 students since 2012. Over that same period, the district’s workforce expanded by more than 80%, increasing f...
Yurezz Home Center files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy as investigations into owner continue
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) — Yurezz Home Center Inc. filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy as multiple agencies continue investigating the company’s owner, Richard Altman. Records show the company filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy July 20 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Georgia.
Richmond Hill couple retires together after 28 years in education
RICHMOND HILL, Ga. (WTOC) - After 28 years in education, Richmond Hill couple Michael and Robyn Padgett have retired together. The remarkable part is that they have been married for exactly as long as they have been teaching, tying the knot in 1998.
Michael Padgett spent 28 years with Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools. He taught for 26 years at the now-closed Largo-Tibet Elementary School before spending his final two years teaching physical education at Pulaski K-8.
“That’s one reason wh...
Michael Padgett spent 28 years with Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools. He taught for 26 years at the now-closed Largo-Tibet Elementary School before spending his final two years teaching physical education at Pulaski K-8.
“That’s one reason wh...
Pregnant Hinesville mother gets help after apartment mold complaints; apartment provides solution
HINESVILLE, Ga (WTOC) - A pregnant Hinesville woman says she is thankful WTOC intervened after she claims she spent months living in a mold-filled apartment that made her sick.
Jaylin McGee, who is seven months pregnant and a mother of three, reached out for help after reporting ongoing mold issues at her Regency Park Apartments unit in Hinesville. She says the problem began in 2023 and worsened over time.
McGee said she first noticed mold growing in her closet in December, early in her pregna...
Jaylin McGee, who is seven months pregnant and a mother of three, reached out for help after reporting ongoing mold issues at her Regency Park Apartments unit in Hinesville. She says the problem began in 2023 and worsened over time.
McGee said she first noticed mold growing in her closet in December, early in her pregna...
Pregnant Hinesville mother gets help after apartment mold complaints; apartment provides solution
HINESVILLE, Ga (WTOC) - A pregnant Hinesville woman says she is thankful WTOC intervened after she claims she spent months living in a mold-filled apartment that made her sick.
Jaylin McGee, who is seven months pregnant and a mother of three, reached out for help after reporting ongoing mold issues at her Regency Park Apartments unit in Hinesville. She says the problem began in 2023 and worsened over time.
McGee said she first noticed mold growing in her closet in December, early in her pregna...
Jaylin McGee, who is seven months pregnant and a mother of three, reached out for help after reporting ongoing mold issues at her Regency Park Apartments unit in Hinesville. She says the problem began in 2023 and worsened over time.
McGee said she first noticed mold growing in her closet in December, early in her pregna...
‘The Piano Doctor’ brings a fading art to local churches and homes
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A man known around the world as “The Piano Doctor” is making stops across the Southeast.Tim Arbisi is a traveling piano tuner who has worked with legendary musicians like Bob Dylan, LeAnn Rimes, and even members of the Rolling Stones. While working at a piano shop in Augusta, a piano was sold with a broken key — and no technician was available. So, he fixed it himself and later learned how to tune pianos.That moment sparked a career that’s now taken him across the country...
‘It’s okay to be you’: Savannah student overcomes bullying with the help of her teacher
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A Savannah student and her mother are speaking out after she overcame bullying at school with help from her teacher.
‘You took away a piece of me’: Family of Rincon man killed five years ago still pushing for answers
RINCON, Ga. (WTOC) — The family of a man killed in Rincon in 2020 is still searching for answers. In October 2020, 70-year-old George Williams was found dead at a pool house on McCall Road in Rincon.
One man killed in early morning Savannah crash
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Saturday morning.According to SPD, the incident happened around 2:50 a.m. at the intersection of White Bluff Road and West Magnolia. The victim was an adult male.Authorities have not yet released the identity of the victim. This story will be updated as more details become available.Copyright 2025 WTOC. All rights reserved.
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Police Department is investigati...
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Police Department is investigati...
WAFF 2025 Local Municipal Election Coverage
There were several tight races in North Alabama, and Decatur has a new mayor just two years after Mayor Tab Bowling announced he would be stepping down.
Here is the 4:30 a.m. morning show from WAFF 48 that I produced.
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Here is the 4:30 a.m. morning show from WAFF 48 that I produced.
Take a look!
Laney Mayfield 2025 Reporter-Anchor Reel
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Laney Mayfield 2025 Reporter/Anchor Reel
1-30-2025 A Block Noon newscast
Producer Video: February 15th, 2023 - A Block - 6:00 am newscast
911 Operator Shortage Impacting Many
911 Operator shortage impacting many
A block stories for reel WAFF 48
In this video, I am anchoring A block stories consisting of crime and severe weather. There are more clips that I have but those will be uploaded later.
A Block Anchor Reel 1 Summer, Spring 2024
Human trafficking activist shares survival story, warns others about predators
5 -10-2024 "A" Block Producer Clip
As a producer at WAFF 48 News, I produced hundreds of newscasts, including this "A" block portion of the newscast, which included several breaking news elements.
5- 10- 2024
5- 10- 2024
5-9-2024 Severe Weather Aftermath in North Alabama and Tennessee Producer Clip
As a producer at WAFF 48 News, I produced hundreds of newscasts, including this "A" block portion of the newscast, which included coverage of severe weather in North Alabama and parts of Tennessee.
5-9-2024
5-9-2024
Huntsville Bible College Founder and President Retires
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Healthcare expert share tips for managing holiday anxiety
The American Psychological Association reports nearly 90 percent of adults in the US feel stressed about something during the holidays. Dr. Rebecca Jackson with the health company Brain Balance says knowing your limits and managing holiday events that heighten your anxiety is crucial.
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