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When Regina Brinson reached the middle of the aluminum walkway, she heard it crack and watched in horror as it broke just in front of her feet, plunging the elderly people ahead of her into the fast-moving water.
Posted inIn The News

Lawsuit Filed Against Companies Behind Sapelo Island Gangway Collapse

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025

When Regina Brinson reached the middle of the aluminum walkway, she heard it crack and watched in horror as it broke just in front of her feet, plunging the elderly people ahead of her into the fast-moving water. Soon, her portion of the gangway to the Sapelo Island ferry was in the water, too, and […]

The dispute is over the preservation of the Gullah-Geechee way of life lived in small bungalows on Sapelo Island, where officials in McIntosh County have voted to allow the construction of larger houses.
Posted inYour Government

Constitutional Showdown: Sapelo Islanders’ Last Stand Against Mansion Development

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatApril 16, 2025
A mother and her four children died Sunday morning when their rental car burst into flames after a collision on I-95 in McIntosh County.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

Four Children and Their Mother Die in Fiery Crash on I-95 in Georgia

by News DeskApril 6, 2025April 6, 2025
Updated List of School Closings
Posted inAround Georgia

Around Georgia: School Closings

by Weather ReportsJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025
The Sapelo Island gangway collapse that killed seven people over the weekend may have been due to buckled metal, the head of the state agency that operates the ferry dock said Tuesday.
Posted inIn The News

A Buckle May Have Caused The Sapelo Island Gangway Failure

by Maggie Lee | Georgia RecorderOctober 23, 2024
The gangway from Sapelo Island's Marsh Landing Dock was moved for investigation after a fatal collapse on October 19, prompting inquiries by state agencies. Despite a prior inspection showing no issues, the tragedy raised concerns about infrastructure safety, critically impacting the island's residents and its annual 70,000 visitors.
Posted inIn The News

Sapelo Island Gangway Transported Away For Investigation

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2024October 21, 2024
The gangway collapse at Marsh Landing Dock on Sapelo Island on October 19, which killed seven and injured others, was inspected just ten months prior. Investigators focus on the inspection's findings amid questions about structural integrity. Ferry services will resume, requiring visitor reservations, as agencies work to prevent future incidents.
Posted inIn The News

When Was The Sapelo Island Gangway Last Inspected?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 20, 2024October 20, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris addressed the tragic dock collapse on Sapelo Island during a cultural celebration, which resulted in seven fatalities and multiple injuries. Speaking at a church in Atlanta, she expressed her condolences and reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to assist affected communities, while also emphasizing the importance of voter mobilization.
Posted inIn The News

Here’s What Vice President Kamala Harris Said About The Sapelo Island Gangway Collapse

by Thom ChandlerOctober 20, 2024October 20, 2024
Dr. Charles Houston, a chaplain for the Georgia Department of Public Safety since 1997, died after a gangway collapse on Sapelo Island. Known for his spiritual support to law enforcement, especially cadets, he was a cherished figure. He leaves behind his wife, Elizabeth, and two children. Condolences were offered by DPS.
Posted inGeorgia People

Georgia Chaplain Dr. Charles Houston Dies in Sapelo Island Gangway Collapse

by Thom ChandlerOctober 20, 2024October 20, 2024
Seven people died when a gangway at Sapelo Island’s Marsh Landing Dock collapsed due to structural failure. Over 20 individuals fell into the water. Investigations are ongoing to determine if improper installation or design flaws contributed to this incident, raising significant concerns about public infrastructure safety standards and oversight.
Posted inIn The News

Structural Failure Caused Sapelo Island Gangway Collapse That Killed 7 People

by Thom ChandlerOctober 20, 2024October 20, 2024
A catastrophic incident occurred on October 19 at the Marsh Landing Dock on Sapelo Island when a gangway collapsed, sending at least 20 people into the water. Emergency responders quickly mobilized following the collapse, which happened around 4:30 p.m., and reports indicate seven fatalities and a number of injuries.
Posted inIn The News

Tragedy Strikes in Georgia: Sapelo Island Gangway Collapses

by Thom ChandlerOctober 19, 2024October 19, 2024
Hogg Hummock (Photo credit: Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation) ATLANTA – Several churches and schools, an old newspaper building, and one of the last remaining Gullah Geechee communities in the country are on the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s annual “10 Places in Peril” list. Places in Peril is designed to raise awareness about Georgia’s
Posted inGeorgia Places

These 10 Georgia Landmarks Could Be Gone Soon

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 15, 2023
🌟 The Gist: In a fresh take on winter travel, Darien, Ellijay, and Clayton in Georgia have been recognized among America's top 150 underrated winter vacation spots, offering unique, crowd-free alternatives to conventional destinations.
Posted inGeorgia Places, In The News

Three Georgia Cities Named Nation’s Most Underrated Winter Vacation Spots

by Thom ChandlerNovember 15, 2023November 15, 2023
Instead, it’s “Which Bubba?”
Posted inYour Government

In Darien, Election Day Is a Battle of the Bubbas

by Craig Nelson | The CurrentNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

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