RHBC Chamber May Business After Hours

Plantation Lumber & Hardware’s Open House & Business After Hours

Plantation Lumber and Hardware hosted their Business After Hours and Open House on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The business is locally owned and operated, and has been proudly serving Richmond Hill and the surrounding area for over twenty years. Plantation Lumber offers a full paint department, lumber, hardware, rental equipment, and much more.

Relay for Life of Bryan County

Richmond Hill Raised Over $34,000 for Cancer

The Relay for Life of Bryan County was held on Saturday, May 10, 2013 at J.F. Gregory Park in Richmond Hill, GA. With 22 teams and 200 participants, the event raised over $34,000.

Video Testimonials 2012-2013

What Are People Saying About Richmond Hill GA LIVE?

We had several business owners and community leaders who graciously decided to share their experiences and thoughts about www.RichmondHillGALIVE.com! It is very rewarding to know that Richmond Hill GA LIVE has made such a positive impact on our businesses, organizations and citizens of the community.

NPC JR USA Bodybuilding Championship

Richmond Hill Trainer, John Fournier, Places 3rd in Bodybuilding Championship

Congratulations to John Fournier, local personal trainer and native of Richmond Hill, on winning Top 3 in the NPC JR USA Bodybuilding Championship this past weekend in Charleston, South Carolina.

Fishing for Angels, Inshore Fishing Tournament

Fishing Tournament Held in Richmond Hill to Benefit SMA Angels Charity, Inc.

Fort McAllister Sport Fishing Club organized the Fishing for Angels Inshore Fishing Tournament at Fish Tales and Fort McAllister Marina in Richmond Hill this past Saturday, May 18th. Profits from the tournament were donated to SMA Angels Charity, Inc. to help in the battle against Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), “The Number One Genetic Killer of Children Under Two”.

Brian L. Smith, Nationally Recorded Christian Artist

A Military Officer's Faith and Gift of Music

Independent artist, Brian L. Smith, is a Military Officer with 24 years of military experience, worship leader for over 25 years, project manager and skilled musician. Brian is a native of St. Louis, MO but moved to Richmond Hill four years ago on military orders and will be retiring here.

Jones, Osteen and Jones Attorneys at Law

Richmond Hill Attorney is Appointed to Head New Location

RICHMOND HILL, GA, May 15th 2013; Jones, Osteen & Jones announce the appointment of local attorney, Aimee Harris, to head up their new Richmond Hill location at 10221 Ford Avenue – Suite 4.

Jones, Osteen & Jones was established in 1959 and has two offices in Hinesville. Since their inception, they have secured in excess of $160 million in jury verdicts and negotiated settlements for their clients. They practice all over the state of Georgia so this new Richmond Hill office was a logical next step for the firm.

RHBC Chamber 4th Annual Golf Tournament

Annual Golf Tournament Held at The Ford Plantation in Richmond Hill

The RHBC Chamber of Commerce 4th Annual Golf Tournament was a great success and everyone had a wonderful time at the Ford Plantation. We would like to give a special thanks to The Ford Plantation and their staff for doing such a great job again this year. Thanks to all the hole sponsors listed below and to Coastal Electric for sponsoring the lunch, Hancock Askew & Co., LLP and Jeff’s Beverage for sponsoring the beverage cart. We would also like to thank the volunteers that helped out tremendously; we couldn’t have done it without you!

Rotary Club of Richmond Hill Scholarship Fund

Rotary Club Announces Approaching Deadline for $3,000 Scholarship Fund

The Rotary Club of Richmond Hill is reminding local high school students of its May 24th deadline for applications for two scholarships worth $3,000.

The first college scholarship is worth $2,000 and was established in memory of Jay D. Gardner who was a Charter Member of the Rotary Club of Richmond Hill as well as a Lawyer, Judge and State Legislator. The second, the ‘Mary Bean Memorial Technical College Scholarship’ is worth $1,000 and honors the memory of this local business woman, wife and mother who was a living example of the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self”.

Health & Fitness Expo

Richmond Hill Farmer’s Market Hosted Health & Fitness Expo

The Richmond Hill Farmer’s Market had a special market this week. The market hosted a Health & Fitness Expo on Tuesday, May 7th at J.F. Gregory Park.

In addition to 45 regular market vendors, the market had 15-20 fitness vendors. The Expo was set up outside the pavilion. Many stopped by to learn about the local health and fitness businesses in Richmond Hill. The businesses were very pleased with the turnout! In addition to all of the great vendors, 92.3 Country Classic was broadcasting live and the Richmond Hill High School Band performed at 7:00 PM. What a great market!

Dr. Meghan McGovern of Richmond Hill

Local Plastic Surgeon Raises $1,200 for Medical Charity

(RICHMOND HILL, GA) May 2 2013 Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Meghan McGovern presents a check for $1,200 to Thomas S. Inglesby, long serving Board member of the charity, Faith in Practice, which provides medical care to the poorest in Guatemala.

Dr. McGovern, from Coastal Empire Plastic Surgery, which has clinics at Frances Meeks Way in Richmond Hill and in Savannah, was inspired to seize the opportunity to raise money to help this charity in its life changing work when she recently ran educational seminars for local people who wanted to find out more about the latest plastic surgery methods and non-invasive techniques. People attending these free seminars were encouraged to make a donation to the charity ‘Faith in Practice’ and Dr. McGovern personally matched these donations.

Bloopers 2012-2013

Richmond Hill GA LIVE Celebrates their One Year Anniversary

We here at Richmond Hill GA LIVE would like to celebrate our One Year Anniversary with laugher and memories! Over the past year, we have met many wonderful people in our community. We have also run into some funny situations as we are out and about doing interviews and filming business videos. For your entertainment, we have created a bloopers video. This is a must see!

SBCR Summer Camp

Sign Up for Summer Camp in Richmond Hill

LIVE stopped by South Bryan County Recreation to get the scoop on this year’s summer camp. Hunter Odom, Summer Camp Director, was excited to share what they have planned and what will be new this summer!

Kick-Off Wine & Cheese Fundraiser

Bryan County Bark Park Raises Over $10,000

Bryan County, GA – April 30th, 2013: Over 150 people showed their support for making the dream of a dog park in our community become a reality by attending the Bryan County Bark Park’s first fundraising event on the evening of Thursday, April 25th. This non-profit organization’s initial target of $10,000 has been achieved. The money raised will enable the fencing work to begin to enclose the 1.5 acres in Henderson Park, allocated by the Bryan County Commissioners earlier this month, as soon as the clearing and land preparation by the County is completed.

150th Anniversary of the Civil War

Fort McAllister to Host Lecture of the CSS Nashville

As we continue to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, Fort McAllister's Park Manager and Historian, Danny Brown will speak for us on Thursday, May 2, at 7:00 p.m. The lecture will be held at Fort McAllister State Historic Park. Ranger Brown will discuss the fascinating history of the CSS Nashville, aka the "Rattlesnake", a 1221 ton Confederate blockade runner. The Nashville ran aground on a sandbar and the Union ironclad, Montauk bombarded her until she caught fire and burned to the water line. Her remains lie on the bottom of the Ogeechee River just across from the Fort.

Jazz and Unity in the Park

Free, Family Friendly Event in Richmond Hill

In preparation for the upcoming event, “Jazz and Unity in the Park”, LIVE had the pleasure of interviewing Craig Butts. Craig is the owner of IM Entertainment and is working with leaders in the Richmond Hill community to organize this exciting event at J.F. Gregory Park on May 4, 2013.

Bryan, The Bark Park Mascot

Help Raise Money for Bryan to Take Kelly to the Park

We here at LIVE get the opportunity to interview lots of people around town. This past week, we had the distinct pleasure of speaking with Bryan, the Bark Park mascot. Bryan told us about his experience with starting the campaign to build a dog park in Richmond Hill. Who would have ever known it was because of his special lady friend, Kelly!

Sew Much Baggage Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting

Congratulations to Sew Much Baggage & Welcome to Richmond Hill!

Chamber members celebrated the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Sew Much Baggage on Wednesday, April 24th at their new store located in Ford Village.

Sew Much Baggage specializes in monogramming, business branding, and all things embroidery. From business to sports teams, they have you covered!

Parade in Honor of Evan Nelms

The Children’s Village Marched for a Local Hero

The Children’s Village showed their love for Evan Nelms by marching in a parade right outside of their school in Richmond Hill on Friday, April 19th. The event was filled with laughter and fun, but also tears as the teachers and children celebrated the life of their hero. The parade was also in honor of The Week of the Young Child and The Month of the Military Child.

Goodwill to Host Career Exploration Job Fair

Attention Hiring Managers in Richmond Hill

Goodwill Job Connection Career Center located upstairs at the Richmond Hill Goodwill is hosting a Career Exploration Job Fair on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at 9701 Ford Ave, Richmond Hill, Georgia 31324. Goodwill is pleased to invite you and your business to attend this event as a prospective employer.