Shelby Coates

North Carolina, Raleigh

TV News Executive Producer. Anchor/Reporter. Speaker. Emcee. Consultant. TENN Belle. Getting the facts. Enjoying my blessings. NC-GA-IN-SC-TN-TX

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Savannah awarded $125,000 grant to expand nutrition access

6 days ago | walb.com | Shelby Coates

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The City of Savannah received a $125,000 grant to grow nutrition access and education. The funding is from the African American Mayors Association and in partnership with the American Beverage Foundation. The City of Savannah says the money will go to local initiatives that promote access to healthy foods, improve nutrition education and address affordability in underserved communities.
Beaufort PD investigating shooting at Garden Oaks Apartments

6 days ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

BEAUFORT, SC (WTOC) - Police in Beaufort are investigating a shooting at the Garden Oaks Apartments in Beaufort. The department says there was a heavy police presence around 9:00 Thursday night. Beaufort PD says the scene is now secure, and there is no threat to the public. If you have any information relating to the incident contact the Beaufort Police Department. Copyright 2025 WTOC. All rights reserved.
Savannah awarded $125,000 grant to expand nutrition access

6 days ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The City of Savannah received a $125,000 grant to grow nutrition access and education. The funding is from the African American Mayors Association and in partnership with the American Beverage Foundation. The City of Savannah says the money will go to local initiatives that promote access to healthy foods, improve nutrition education and address affordability in underserved communities.
Nurse Celia Dequito honored with 32nd Annual McAuley Award

3 weeks ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - St. Joseph’s/Candler awarded the 32nd Annual McAuley Award to nurse and resource coordinator Celia Dequito during a Thursday ceremony. Her peers noted her selflessness and dedication, especially during the recent, rare January snowstorm. One of her co-workers called Dequito “the most selfless person I have ever met.” They also gave an example of Dequito’s commitment during the January 2025 snowstorm.
Search continues for missing Fort Stewart soldiers in Lithuania

4 weeks ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

HINESVILLE, Ga. (WTOC) - Over the last few hours we’ve received mixed reports on the status of four 3rd Infantry Division soldiers in Lithuania. The soldiers went missing during a training exercise in western Lithuania, the home base for the 3rd ID is in Fort Stewart. These soldiers are all with the 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Stewart. We know they were taking part in tactical training in Lithuania.
Inner City Night Shelter expansion plans face push back

4 weeks ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Some members of a Savannah neighborhood are sharing their concerns on plans to expand a homeless shelter. The Inner City Night Shelter on Arnold Street has served Savannah’s homeless community since 1983. Now the shelter wants to purchase a neighboring lot of land to expand its services. Tuesday night the Downtown Neighborhood Association held a meeting for people to share their concerns with the shelter and Savannah Police.
Georgia Historical Society presents John Macpherson Berrien Award

1 month ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A noted historian, educator, and community leader received a top honor for his work with the Georgia Historical Society. Doctor Paul Pressly received the Society’s John Macpherson Berrien Award during a ceremony Monday. The Georgia Historical Society says the honor recognizes someone who contributes to the mission to collect, teach, and promote research about Georgia and American history. The Berrien Award also spotlights a lifetime of achievement in the field of history.
Richmond Hill Police searching for missing teen

1 month ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

RICHMOND HILL, Ga. (WTOC) - The Richmond Hill Police Department is searching for a missing teen. They are looking for 16-year-old Kyree Morris. According to a Richmond Hill Police Department Facebook post, Morris was last seen on March 14th in the Creekside Subdivision area. He was wearing a gray and red hoodie with red pants and green shoes. If you have any information about his location please call Bryan County Dispatch at 912-756-2626. Copyright 2025 WTOC. All rights reserved.
Greenbriar Children’s Center temporarily suspending all services

1 month ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Greenbriar Children’s Center in Savannah is temporarily suspending all of its services as of Friday, March 21. Board President Dr. Connie Cooper confirmed the suspension in a statement Wednesday evening.
2 injured in shooting, home invasion in Metter

1 month ago | wtoc.com | Shelby Coates

METTER, Ga. (WTOC) - Two people are injured in a shooting and possible home invasion in Candler County. Deputies responded to a home in the 100 block of Creekside Way in Metter around 11:45 Thursday night. That’s where deputies say they found two people with gunshot injuries. Both victims were taken to the hospital and listed in stable condition.