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St. Joseph's Candler celebrated anniversary of program

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People came together Friday morning to celebrate a milestone where health and culture combined at St. Joseph's Candler.

Robbery suspects denied bond

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The three robbery suspects who tried to make a get-away in a stolen SUV made their first appearance in court on Friday.

Affordable housing in West Savannah

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City leaders are celebrating the completion of more affordable housing in West Savannah.

3rd Infantry Division celebrates 92nd birthday

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While more than 16,000 of the Army's 3rd Infantry Division soldiers are in Iraq, those here at home are marking the division's 92nd birthday.

Hometown Heroes: Howard Dental Group

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Not everyone can afford to see their dentist, but one group is helping those less fortunate have a winning smile.

UPS is offering free packaging to APO addresses

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UPS stores in Savannah are offering free packaging to those shipping holiday packages overseas.

Old Savannah City Mission to serve less fortunate

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On Saturday, Old Savannah City Mission will celebrate their 12th annual Day of Great Thanksgiving in Forsyth Park from 11am until 2pm.

Statesboro family wins "Farm Family of the Year"

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The Clark family was recognized as the 2009 Farm Family of the Year by the Agribusiness committee for farming innovations and blazing the trail in agri-tourism.

Parent: School went too far with paddling

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In the State of Georgia, paddling students is legal, but the implementation of a spanking policy is left up to each school district. But one Baxley parent says her son's school took it too far.

Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns killing one Video included

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Interstate 85 is closed at mile marker 55 because of a vehicle accident. Pop star Miley Cyrus' tour bus overturned, killing one person.

CDC: Swine flu cases seem to be dropping in US

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Health officials say swine flu cases appear to declining throughout most of the U.S., but the specter of Thanksgiving gatherings next week makes it hard to predict what will happen next.

Obama faces showdowns on health, Afghanistan, jobs

President Barack Obama will have scant time to rest up from his eight-day Asia trip.

Hundreds show up for free dental service

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The Howard Dental Group in Pooler is spreading goodwill and cheer in the community Friday with its annual dentistry from the heart event.

Pembroke pups compete in Puppy Bowl

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This year's "Puppy Bowl Sunday" will feature two rescued puppies from Georgia Animal Rescue and Defense located in Pembroke.

Saturday night set for initial health care vote

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The Senate has a test vote on a health care reform bill scheduled for tomorrow night.

Oprah wrapping up talk show, for now

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Winfrey's production company says she'll announce the show's final date during a live broadcast today, which should be in 2011.

SC cops' response to call of armed man criticized

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Some residents are upset about the police response to a report of a man with a gun in a s South Carolina town where three people were shot to death earlier this month.

Man pleads guilty to beating SC woman to death

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A South Carolina man has been sentenced to 36 years in prison in the beating death of his ex-girlfriend's mother last year.

Special Investigation: Watched at the Wheel Pt. II Video included

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A recent study from the Pew Research Center's Internet and American Life Project reveals a shocking number of teens text while driving, but a WMBF News investigation has found that's not the only bad habit going on behind the wheel.

Tree of Lights in new location Video included

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The Savannah Holiday Tree of Lights has a new location, which is Ellis Square.

The Enmark Savannah River Bridge Run Video included

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The Enmark Savannah River Bridge Run is only two weeks away.

Police ask: Was girl payment for a drug debt? Video included

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Authorities are investigating whether the Fayetteville girl who was raped before being fatally asphyxiated was given to the suspect in her murder by her mother as payment for a drug debt.

Armed robbery suspects lead police on a chase

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Three suspects from a few armed robberies lead police through the streets, even firing a shotgun from their car, before eventually wrecking their car and scattering through the area. Eventually, the suspects were caught and arrested.

Fans mourning the loss of Uga VII Video included

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It’s a story getting a lot of attention around the world, the death of a beloved mascot.  UGA VII, the mascot of the University of Georgia bulldogs died Thursday.

YMCA celebrates Great American Smokeout Video included

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Thursday about one hundred children participated in the Coastal Health District’s “Smoke-free Birthday Bash” at the West Broad YMCA.

Stedman Graham visits Savannah Video included

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Stars and celebrities are all over Savannah.  Stedman Graham, long time partner of Oprah and successful self-made business man presented his "Nine Steps for Success" at Savannah High School tonight.

University of GA mascot Uga VII dies

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The University of Georgia's mascot, UGA VII, has died. A cause of death Thursday for the pure white English bulldog was not immediately known.

Vigil held to remember homicide victims Video included

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Families and friends of victims from homicides gathered on May Street to mourn their losses. This is the 20th time the district attorney's office Victim and Witness Assistance Program held this annual event.

ID theft and elder abuse suspect convicted

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Tamera Bascine Smith has been convicted of over 30 counts of identitiy fraud, computer thefts, and elder abuse for crimes committed while working at the Tara Nursing Home in Thunderbolt. Smith plead guilty to all the charges a few weeks ago.

YMCA launches annual giving tree program Video included

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The YMCA has launched the 13th year of their Angel Tree Giving Program to help those in need this holiday season.

Beaufort Co. missing woman found

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Police say Mary Dotson, who suffers from dementia, was kidnapped by her son Wednesday in Jacksonville.  Sheriffs found her and her son at a hotel near Hilton Head and both seemed to be in good health.

Tim's Take: Lines are now avoidable

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With automated services and online shopping, you can usually find a way around waiting in line these days.

City council revokes Daiquiri Island's liquor license

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The Savannah City Council has revoked Daquiri Island's liquor license.

SCMPD looking for suspects in gun shop burglary

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Police are still searching for suspects from a Thursday morning burglary.

Housing market slow to recover Video included

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What became a buyer's dream, was a seller's nightmare. While realtors said the number of houses sold is up, some homeowners wait for years, with no buyers in sight.

Computer glitch causes flight delays Video included

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A computer problem caused widespread flight delays and cancellations across the country.

Soldier remembered at Warriors Walk Video included

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Fellow soldiers dedicated the 421st tree in Warriors Walk to Staff Sgt. Christopher Rudzinski.

Filming of The Conspirator brings Ft. Pulaski back to life Video included

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The civil war-era film has been shooting since Monday at Fort Pulaski, and at times has had more than 165 extras and leading actors roaming the fort in period appropriate costume.

Palmetto Electric celebrates 20 years of Operation Roundup

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Donations from Palmetto Electric customers are making a big difference in the community through their Operation Roundup.

Firefighters serve Thanksgiving dinner to students

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Lowcountry firefighters helped serve up Thanksgiving Dinner for parents and students at Mossy Oaks Elementary.

Disney Studios release The Last Song trailer

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Wednesday, Disney Studios released a trailer of The Last Song, starring Miley Cyrus. Filming for The Last Song began in June on Tybee Island.

Mother pleads guilty to drowning infant son Video included

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Virkisha Warren is home after she plead guilty to drowning her 3-month-old son.

Investigation: Watched at the Wheel Video included

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It's a moment many teenagers wait for in the days leading to their 16th birthday, but a WMBF News investigation has found younger drivers are among the most dangerous on area roadways.

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Part 1- Mixed Martial Arts: Sport or Spectacle

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Mixed Martial Arts is becoming a very popular, especially with kids who have enrolling in classes more than ever before.

Part 2: Mixed Martial Arts - Sport or Spectacle?

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Mixed Martial Arts is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports, but many critics worry it could be all wrong for kids.

Sugar refinery explosion Video included

The latest on the tragic explosion and fire at the Imperial Sugar Refinery.

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