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

Gift of masks gives local nurse strength to keep fighting

While ICE Nurse Kimberly Burke may have just been looking for some masks, what she got with them may be just as important.

Sam Bauman

Published April 3, 2020 at 3:44 PM

Hands-on education at ECCA taking new approach due to COIVD-19

Effingham College and Career Academy prides itself in offering a hands-on approach to education.Which, as you can imagine, is especially hard if not impossible right now.

Sam Bauman

Published April 2, 2020 at 2:54 PM

Pooler Elementary throws parade for students

With schools closed down right now across the nation, both students and teachers are trying new ways to connect.One of the more popular one options, a parade.

Sam Bauman

Published April 1, 2020 at 5:07 PM

Savannah City Council gives daily update on COVID-19 response

During Monday’s Savannah City Council teleconference update on the response to COVID-19 in the city Mayor Van Johnson listed off a number of concerns.One of the biggest issues he sees is with under-reporting of confirmed cases which he fears is leading people not to take the outbreak seriously.

Sam Bauman

Published March 30, 2020 at 5:41 PM

Friday Savannah City Council update on COVID-19

Savannah City Council continued with their daily teleconference calls Friday regarding COVID-19 in the city.

Sam Bauman

Published March 27, 2020 at 4:35 PM

How you can support local businesses despite COVID-19

It comes sadly as no surprise that local businesses are struggling to get by right now.

Sam Bauman

Published March 26, 2020 at 3:14 PM

SPD celebrates with 5-year-old forced to cancel birthday party due to COVID-19

The spread of the coronavirus has already forced many events and parties to be cancelled to help keep everyone safe.Sadly, that included the 5th birthday party for a young boy right here in Savannah.

Sam Bauman

Published March 25, 2020 at 5:07 PM

COVID-19 fear now leading to drug shortage impacting those who truly need it

Recently a drug known as Plaquenil has been making headlines as being a possible treatment for COIVD-19.However, that hasn’t been proven and due to the influx of people now trying to get it, it’s now impacting those who truly need it on a daily basis.

Sam Bauman

Published March 24, 2020 at 4:51 PM

Live Oak Libraries offer online services while they’re closed to public

Live Oak Public Libraries just one of many organizations shutting their doors amidst the spread of the coronavirus.But, even though you can’t go inside the library right now, you can still bring library resources inside your home.

Sam Bauman

Published March 19, 2020 at 2:09 PM

Savannah Bananas 2020 season going on as planned

Thursday the owners of the Savannah Bananas, Jesse and Emily Cole, gave an update on their upcoming season in light of the coronavirus.

Sam Bauman

Published March 19, 2020 at 12:07 PM

Grand Marshal leads St. Patrick’s Day walk through Savannah

“We’re resilient and not just as Savannah Irish but as Americans we are resilient. Just like this coronavirus problem we have right now, we’re going to be alright, America is going to be alright.”

Sam Bauman

Published March 17, 2020 at 4:21 PM

Savannah/Hilton Head Int’l doing its part to keep passengers safe amidst coronavirus concerns

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport is doing their part to hopefully slow the spread of the coronavirus.But they aren’t the only ones who play a role in keeping the airport clean.

Sam Bauman

Published March 16, 2020 at 4:21 PM

Effingham County event not deterred by coronavirus fears

With no confirmed or presumptive coronavirus cases in Effingham or surrounding counties organizers are proceeding cautiously with bigger than ever downtown Springfield event

Sam Bauman

Published March 13, 2020 at 4:07 PM

Pooler businesses impacted by St. Patrick’s Day shuttle service cancelation

“No, we are frustrated without a doubt," said Molly MacPherson’s Owner Daniel Cloutier, "we’re trying not to show the frustration, I’m trying not to freak out. You know, we’re trying to do our very best and maintain the status quo and keep on moving.”

Sam Bauman

Published March 12, 2020 at 3:55 PM

Bloomingdale Mayor explains reasons for voting to approve rezoning of portion of Ottawa Farms

Thursday, Bloomingdale City Council made a decision on the controversial rezoning of nearly 600 acres of Ottawa Farms. The council stood locked at three for and three against, leaving the Mayor Ben Rozier to cast the deciding vote.A vote he made in favor of the rezoning.

Sam Bauman

Published March 11, 2020 at 3:30 PM

Savannah Tech CDL Program the highway to success

Driving a truck may not be something many consider for a career.But a course at Savannah Tech’s Effingham Campus offers hands on training, gets drivers on the road and into new jobs in just five weeks.Proving that a career in trucking could be the fast lane to success.

Sam Bauman

Published March 10, 2020 at 2:56 PM

Children’s Museum of Pooler prepares for Grand Opening

When you think of the Tanger Outlets in Pooler you typically think of shopping.But one family is hoping to change that perception when they officially open up the Children’s Museum of Pooler Saturday.

Sam Bauman

Published March 9, 2020 at 3:44 PM

Families take in Greening of the Fountain fun at Forsyth Park

The Greening of the Fountain in Forsyth Park draws in people from all over to help kick off the St. Patrick’s Day season in Savannah.

Sam Bauman

Published March 6, 2020 at 4:23 PM

Entire Rincon neighborhood isolated due to railroad crossing closure

A subdivision in Rincon is preparing to deal with the closing of a railroad crossing that’s going to cause them quite a headache.

Sam Bauman

Published March 4, 2020 at 5:32 PM

Tourism leaders say coronavirus fear not impacting Savannah St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day brings visitors from all over the world to Savannah. If the coronavirus continues to spread does that spell bad news for local business?

Sam Bauman

Published March 2, 2020 at 4:31 PM

The City of Pooler is once again asking those who live or work in the city to sign up for their free alert system.

Sam Bauman

Published February 26, 2020 at 2:47 PM

Fort Howard, Old Augusta Road roundabout complete

The roundabout on Old Augusta and Fort Howard Road in Rincon is now open.

Sam Bauman

Published February 24, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Proposal to rezone portion of Ottawa Farms tabled at council meeting

A controversial proposal to rezone Ottawa Farms in Bloomingdale from agricultural to industrial was tabled Thursday night at the city council meeting.

Sam Bauman

Published February 21, 2020 at 2:36 PM

Chatham County Students celebrate Arbor Day by planting new trees

Friday is Arbor Day.A day set aside to celebrate the importance of trees.To mark the occasion Friday morning some students in Chatham County got their hands dirty to learn about the crucial role trees play in our environment.

Sam Bauman

Published February 21, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Effingham Co. School District seeking to pass $100 million bond referendum

Effingham County School District is asking for your help.

Sam Bauman

Published February 20, 2020 at 3:42 PM

New Development coming to Pooler Fall 2020

Another development has now popped up in Pooler.Work on the project, located off of Towne Center Drive, just recently got underway.“We want a piece of it. It is a growing developing area,” said part owner of the property Tony Yang.

Sam Bauman

Published February 19, 2020 at 5:54 PM

Mobile food pantry stresses need for help fighting hunger

Tuesday the United Way of the Coastal Empire pulled their mobile food pantry into Effingham County.Despite the wet weather hundreds still lined up to take advantage of the free food.Highlighting a true need that can only be met with your support.

Sam Bauman

Published February 18, 2020 at 4:20 PM

Children’s Hospital staff hosts ‘Snow Day’ for patients

It may have been a dreary weather day for most on Monday.But for patients at the Dwaine and Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah the weather was perfect, for a snow day.

Sam Bauman

Published February 17, 2020 at 2:56 PM

Friday was Valentine’s Day. For many it’s a chance to celebrate love with that special someone in their life. But, for some that heart pounding feeling may be coming from stress rather than love.

Sam Bauman

Published February 14, 2020 at 4:08 PM

WWII Veteran shares her love story ahead of Valentine’s Day

The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force celebrated Valentine’s Day a day early Thursday with their “I’m Just *Plane* Crazy For You” event.

Sam Bauman

Published February 13, 2020 at 4:59 PM

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