City of Sylvania, Georgia

03/27/2026

Public Notice: JOB OPENING for Public Works Laborer

The City of Sylvania is accepting applications for the position of Public Works Laborer. Employee will perform a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: cleaning gutters, culverts, and sewers; loading and unloading stone, gravel, dirt, and asphalt; mowing grass, pulling weeds, and trimming t...

02/06/2026

Great news for economic growth and opportunity in Screven County— well deserved and an exciting milestone! Screven County Development Authority

ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Preciball USA plans to invest $17.6 million in a new production facility in Screven County, creating 65 new jobs over the next several years.

02/05/2026

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The City of Sylvania is considering applying to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for a Community Development Block Grant of up to $1,000,000. These funds must be used to primarily benefit low and moderate income persons.

The activities for which funds may be used are in the areas of housing, public facilities, and economic development. More specific details regarding eligible activities, plans to assist displaced persons (if any), the estimated amount of funds proposed to be used for activities to benefit low and moderate income persons, and the rating system will be provided at a public hearing which will be held at Sylvania City Hall, 104 South Main Street, Sylvania, Ga. 30467 on February 11, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

The purpose of this hearing will be to obtain citizen input into the development of the application and review progress on the previous CDBG grant (if applicable). Persons with special needs relating to handicapped accessibility or foreign language shall contact Stacy Mathis, City Manager at (912) 564-7407 prior to February 11, 2026. This person can be located at the Sylvania City Hall, 104 South Main Street, Sylvania, Ga. 30467 between the hours of 8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday, except holidays.

Individuals who are hearing impaired can contact the Georgia Relay Services, telephone number (TDD) 1-800-255-0056, (Voice) 1-800-255-0135.

02/01/2026

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🚨 **PLEASE STAY OFF THE ROADS** 🚨

Icy conditions have made many roads across the city and county **ARE EXTREMELY ICY**. Travel is extremely dangerous, and even experienced drivers cannot maintain control with no traction.

🚫 **Do not drive unless it’s an absolute emergency.**
Staying off the roads helps prevent crashes and allows first responders to stay safe and keeps roads clear for emergencies.

01/30/2026

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WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Winter Storm Watch issued January 29 at 7:05PM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston SC
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 and
4 inches possible.

* WHERE...In Georgia, Bulloch, Candler, Effingham, Jenkins, and
Screven Counties. In South Carolina, Allendale, Beaufort,
Charleston, Coastal Colleton, Coastal Jasper, Dorchester, Hampton,
Inland Berkeley, Inland Colleton, Inland Jasper, and Tidal Berkeley
Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
http://www.weather.gov

01/27/2026

Thank you to the Screven County Sheriff's Office for helping keep our community safe and warm!

***For Immediate Release 1/27/26 2:45pm***

The courtroom at the Screven County Sheriff’s Officewill open as a warming center for those who may need it. The courtroom will open at 6pm each night. You must be at the Screven County Sheriff's Office by 7pm each night. The court room will close again at 8am each morning. Warming center will be available from Tues. Jan. 27th thru Tues. Feb 3rd.

** You must be at the S.C.S.O by 7pm**

We will evaluate the need for more nights next week.

01/23/2026

Winter Weather Advisory for Jenkins, Screven, Allendale, Dorchester, Hampton, Inland Berkeley, and Inland Colleton Counties from 7PM Saturday to 1 PM Sunday. Expect freezing rain and/or freezing drizzle across these areas with total ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch

01/20/2026

Please start preparing now for potential winter weather this weekend that could lead to power outages. Screven County Emergency Management Agency

Potential Winter Weather This Weekend.

01/15/2026

The City of Sylvania is applying for grant funding to make needed water, sewer, and street improvements. To support this application, we are asking for your help by completing the survey linked. Your responses will be used only as supporting data for the grant application and will be kept confidential. Thank you for taking the time to assist us with this important effort to improve infrastructure in your neighborhood. Your participation is greatly appreciated!

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01/15/2026

Northwest winds are forecast to gusts between 20-25 mph today, with RH values between 20 to 25 percent. Fires can escape control more easily and be difficult to contain.

01/15/2026

📣 We Want Your Feedback! 💬

Are you 55 or older and live in Screven County? We’d love to hear from you!
Please take a few minutes to complete our Sylvania/Screven County Senior Center Interest & Satisfaction Survey — your input will help us improve programs and services that matter most to you.

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Whether you visit regularly, occasionally, or haven’t stopped by yet, your thoughts and suggestions are important. 🙌

Thank you for helping us make the Senior Center even better! 💛

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