Ga. priorities avoid major cuts in Congress' new spending deal

September 17, 2014 Savannah, GA: After years of political wrangling and environmental concerns, the deepening of the Savannah River is one step closer to becoming a reality. Officials argue a deeper port is needed in order for Georgia to remain competitive and accommodate the larger class of ships. BRANT SANDERLIN / BSANDERLIN@AJC.COM .