Sam Bauman

Anchor/Reporter

Savannah, Ga.

Sam Bauman joined WTOC in December of 2019 as the 5:30pm Anchor and multi-media journalist.

The Ohio native joins WTOC from Fort Wayne, IN where he spent nearly three years working at ABC21.

Sam begin his career in journalism in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan at the NBC affiliate TV6.

He graduated from Wheeling Jesuit University with a bachelor’s degree in Communications (Broadcast) in 2013, where he was also a member of the Men’s Soccer team.

He and his wife Blair are excited to explore this beautiful part of the country and for the first time in their lives avoid a Midwest winter.

Recent Articles by Sam

Soccer referee shortage impacting local leagues

While many industries have taken a hit over the past year, one has been on the decline long before the pandemic.

Sam Bauman

Published 5h at 4:38 PM

Historical Marker placed at old Springfield Central High School

The historical marker joins more than 14-hundred other markers statewide but is one of just over 40 with the unique distinction of being part of the Georgia Civil Rights Trail.

Sam Bauman

Published April 9, 2021 at 4:37 PM

Building Hope: Beaufort community supports 3-year-old fighting cancer

A Beaufort County 3-year-old got quite the surprise Thursday.

Sam Bauman

Published April 8, 2021 at 4:08 PM

Effingham Co. Exchange Club donates car seats to DFACS

Car seats may not seem like a big donation to some, but to the Department of Family & Children Services, "it's like Christmas!"

Sam Bauman

Published April 7, 2021 at 4:21 PM

There is much more to Pooler's Chocolate Martini Bar than meets the eye, like food! After opening in 2020 they've seen early success thanks to the community, their staff and of course, chocolate!

Sam Bauman

Published April 6, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Trisha Cook Realty commits to supporting Pooler non-profit for entire year

Trisha Cook Realty will be donating a percentage of their closings for the entire year to support Gilliard & Company. A non-profit that helps children and young adults who have just left the foster care system.

Sam Bauman

Published April 6, 2021 at 3:57 PM

Parks Department asking for input on expansion to Tom Triplett Park

As they wrap up part of their expansion projects in the next couple of month's they are now looking ahead to potentially adding an amphitheater to Tom Triplett. It's a plan they'd like your input on.

Sam Bauman

Published April 5, 2021 at 4:51 PM

Rincon Spring Fair marks return to business for amusement company

Amusements of America has been shutdown since March 10 of 2020, but the return of the Rincon Spring Fair means a long awaited return to business. “We’ve been preparing for this day for a year now,” said Amusements of America Co-Owner Rob Vivona.

Sam Bauman

Published April 2, 2021 at 4:32 PM

Savannah hockey team name announcement coming in ‘two or three weeks’

After just a month they received more than 3-thousand team name submissions & according to the team president they should have it narrowed down to one very soon.

Sam Bauman

Published April 1, 2021 at 5:09 PM

Coastal Georgia selected for national military community award

“Really it’s about recognizing. Recognizing all the hard work are sacrifice of those civilians and employees just outside our gates and it’s based on community,” said Garrison Commander Col. Bryan Logan about the honor.

Sam Bauman

Published March 31, 2021 at 3:44 PM

Sen. Jon Ossoff visits Chatham County mass vaccination site

Senator Ossoff emphasized the importance of getting a COVID-19 vaccine, not only out of convenience but also to help prevent a resurgence of the virus.

Sam Bauman

Published March 30, 2021 at 5:22 PM

Sen. Raphael Warnock visits community for homeless military veterans in Savannah

Senator Warnock made a stop in his hometown of Savannah Tuesday morning to tour The Cove at Dundee, the Tiny House Project aimed at providing homes for homeless military veterans.

Sam Bauman

Published March 30, 2021 at 3:56 PM

Springtime travel blooming at Savannah/HHI Int’l Airport

“I don’t think we’ll be back to our previous levels until maybe 2022 for sure. But we’re going to come in pretty strong this year to catch up,” said Lori Lynahd, Director of Marketing and Air Service Development for the airport.

Sam Bauman

Published March 29, 2021 at 3:35 PM

Isle of Hope woman holds picnic for ‘deer’ friends

For many people, deer are can be a bit of a pest. Especially when it comes to maintaining your yard.

Sam Bauman

Published March 26, 2021 at 3:14 PM

Dredging up the past: A closer look at artifacts found in Savannah River

As we await the true story behind multiple artifacts, including cannon, found in the Savannah River last month, we’re now learning more about their significance and a possible connection to the British war ship.

Sam Bauman

Published March 26, 2021 at 11:38 AM

Carlson paving the way for business boom in Springfield

New business include a steak & seafood restaurant, a fitness studio and space for five offices and two new retail spaces as well.

Sam Bauman

Published March 25, 2021 at 1:03 PM

‘March for Meals’ raises awareness for importance of supporting elderly in the community

“We become a great community not by our trees and our historic homes but by how we treat people,” said Savannah Mayor Van Johnson while participating in Wednesday's "March for Meals."

Sam Bauman

Published March 24, 2021 at 3:17 PM

Springfield Revitalization Corporation dissolves after bringing life back to downtown

"It wasn’t needed anymore because it did its job. It did what it was made to do which was save downtown in a time when it desperately needed saving,” said Spring Community Development Director Erin Phillips.

Sam Bauman

Published March 23, 2021 at 4:58 PM

Effingham Co. Resource Officer launches podcast to encourage students

Officer Puente has taken to Instagram, Facebook & even started a podcast to provide more resources to students and parents at Effingam College & Career Academy. “I want them to know that not only am I invested in them, but I’m committed to them too to help them succeed.”

Sam Bauman

Published March 22, 2021 at 5:14 PM

Wayne Co. man returns home after two month battle with COVID

After spending two months hospitalized and over a month on a ventilator battling COVID-19, Rob Fennel got to go home COVID free Friday.

Sam Bauman

Published March 19, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Garden City PD promotes first ever female captain

March is Women’s History Month and in Garden City, one woman has now made history. Becoming the first ever female police captain at her department.

Sam Bauman

Published March 18, 2021 at 2:46 PM

The true story behind the Sgt. William Jasper Ceremony

While many have seen the monument to Sgt. Jasper in Madison Square, to know his story, is to truly understand why this ceremony and his legacy continues on to this day.

Sam Bauman

Published March 17, 2021 at 6:55 PM

Savannah families look back on memories of walking in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade

For the second year in a row there was no parade through the streets of downtown Savannah for St. Patrick’s Day. A necessary, yet sad reality of the pandemic, perhaps felt most by the families who traditionally walk in the parade.

Sam Bauman

Published March 17, 2021 at 4:45 PM

Savannah businesses benefiting from St. Patrick’s Day tourists

“Anytime we see St. Patrick’s Day fall in the middle of the week like this you get a big boost the weekend before, you get a big boost the weekend after. Then you get a big spike in the middle of the week, Tuesday, Wednesday,” said Visit Savannah President Joseph Marinelli.

Sam Bauman

Published March 16, 2021 at 3:50 PM

Savannah, Tybee leaders react following busy weekend ahead of St. Patrick’s Day

In total, Savannah Police handed out between 15,000 and 18,000 masks over the weekend. But zero citations were given out.

Sam Bauman

Published March 15, 2021 at 4:17 PM

Thousands of dollars worth of merchandise stolen from Savannah business

A Savannah small business owner is now trying to pick up the pieces after his store was broken into early Friday morning.

Sam Bauman

Published March 12, 2021 at 3:33 PM

Effingham Co. School District staff invited to first vaccine clinic

Thursday, school bus drivers and technology and maintenance staff with ECSD were invited to be the first in their district to take part in a mass vaccine clinic put on by the DPH.

Sam Bauman

Published March 11, 2021 at 3:16 PM

Staff welcomes first ever patients to new children’s hospital with celebration

“It’s exciting for us parents to just know that the children were thought about the way that they were. That people came together and did this for these sick children that are so deserving." Patients and their families react after moving into the new space.

Sam Bauman

Published March 9, 2021 at 7:16 PM

Recently discovered artifacts may be connected to 1700s British ship

A recent discovery in the Savannah River has stirred up a lot of questions and speculation. While we likely won't have solid answers for months, the British Government believes they may have an idea where the artifacts came from.

Sam Bauman

Published March 8, 2021 at 4:47 PM

Savannah State unveils newly renovated Herty Hall

From the outside you won’t notice much difference, “the exterior of the building looks the same. But you walk in and you have a building that meets the needs of 2021 and beyond,” said SSU Interim President Kimberly Ballard-Washington.

Sam Bauman

Published March 5, 2021 at 3:56 PM

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