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Community Advancement Leadership Institute Launches in Savannah
News Summary Savannah’s Human Services Department has launched the Community Advancement Leadership Institute (CALI), a program providing over 60 free and affordable training sessions to enhance community-centered education and skill-building...
Savannah Prepares for Hands Off Our Democracy March
News Summary On April 5, 2025, Savannah will host a significant protest march, ‘Hands Off Our Democracy,’ organized by Coastal Georgia for Democracy and Savannah Indivisible. The march will commence...
Savannah Honors Rev. Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. with Street Naming
News Summary Savannah pays tribute to community leader Rev. Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. by naming a section of E. Broad Street as Rev. Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. Way. The naming...
Community Engagement Events Illuminate Savannah in April 2025
News Summary April 2025 brings a vibrant mix of community engagement events to Savannah. Highlights include the Club Car Championship, the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway, SHE HUSTLES Spring 2025,...
2025 SoilFamily Expo Coming to Savannah
News Summary The 2025 SoilFamily Expo is set to take place in Savannah from April 4 to April 6, offering a three-day celebration focused on community, sustainability, and food education....
Shea Schrader Aims for Queenship to Benefit Families in Savannah
News Summary Shea Schrader, a notable figure in Savannah, is competing for the title of Queen of Sole while raising funds for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Community members can...
Project Management Leadership Panel to be Held in Savannah
News Summary On April 24, Georgia Tech-Savannah will host a free Project Management Leadership Panel from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event is open to all and will feature...
Savannah Prepares for Culinary Champion Showdown
News Summary Savannah is gearing up for the final culinary showdown between two iconic dishes: Shrimp ‘n’ Grits and Lowcountry Boil. After weeks of intense competition, both dishes emerged victorious...
Join the Celebration in Savannah: Luncheon on Storytelling
News Summary Savannah Downtown Business Association invites community members to the ‘Telling the Stories of Savannah’ luncheon on April 9, 2025. This event will gather business owners and locals to...
Community
Community Advancement Leadership Institute Launches in Savannah
News Summary Savannah’s Human Services Department has launched the Community Advancement Leadership Institute (CALI), a program providing over 60 free and affordable training sessions to enhance community-centered education and skill-building...
Savannah Prepares for Hands Off Our Democracy March
News Summary On April 5, 2025, Savannah will host a significant protest march, ‘Hands Off Our Democracy,’ organized by Coastal Georgia for Democracy and Savannah Indivisible. The march will commence...
Savannah Honors Rev. Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. with Street Naming
News Summary Savannah pays tribute to community leader Rev. Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. by naming a section of E. Broad Street as Rev. Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. Way. The naming...
Community Engagement Events Illuminate Savannah in April 2025
News Summary April 2025 brings a vibrant mix of community engagement events to Savannah. Highlights include the Club Car Championship, the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway, SHE HUSTLES Spring 2025,...
2025 SoilFamily Expo Coming to Savannah
News Summary The 2025 SoilFamily Expo is set to take place in Savannah from April 4 to April 6, offering a three-day celebration focused on community, sustainability, and food education....
Shea Schrader Aims for Queenship to Benefit Families in Savannah
News Summary Shea Schrader, a notable figure in Savannah, is competing for the title of Queen of Sole while raising funds for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Community members can...
Savannah Prepares for Culinary Champion Showdown
News Summary Savannah is gearing up for the final culinary showdown between two iconic dishes: Shrimp ‘n’ Grits and Lowcountry Boil. After weeks of intense competition, both dishes emerged victorious...
Join the Celebration in Savannah: Luncheon on Storytelling
News Summary Savannah Downtown Business Association invites community members to the ‘Telling the Stories of Savannah’ luncheon on April 9, 2025. This event will gather business owners and locals to...
Savannah Cycling Classes Support Sexual Assault Survivors
News Summary The Hub in Savannah, Georgia, hosted outdoor cycling classes this past Saturday, raising funds for Mary’s Place, an organization aiding survivors of sexual assault. Participants paid $25 to...
Concerts
Phil The Neighborhood Concert Series Returns to Savannah
News Summary The Savannah Philharmonic is excited to announce the return of the 4th Annual ‘Phil The Neighborhood’ Concert Series, starting April 24, 2025. Enjoy a variety of musical styles...
Savannah Music Festival Returns with Diverse Performances
News Summary The Savannah Music Festival is back for its 36th annual event from March 26 to April 14, 2025. Featuring nearly 100 performances, the festival showcases a rich blend...
Savannah Celebrates Portuguese Music at Upcoming Concert
News Summary The Savannah VOICE Festival is set to host an extraordinary concert titled ‘ALMO & Julio Resende – Portuguese Music Reimagined’ on March 23, 2025. Held at the Asbury...
Festivals
Community Engagement Events Illuminate Savannah in April 2025
News Summary April 2025 brings a vibrant mix of community engagement events to Savannah. Highlights include the Club Car Championship, the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway, SHE HUSTLES Spring 2025,...
2025 SoilFamily Expo Coming to Savannah
News Summary The 2025 SoilFamily Expo is set to take place in Savannah from April 4 to April 6, offering a three-day celebration focused on community, sustainability, and food education....
Project Management Leadership Panel to be Held in Savannah
News Summary On April 24, Georgia Tech-Savannah will host a free Project Management Leadership Panel from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event is open to all and will feature...
Join the Celebration in Savannah: Luncheon on Storytelling
News Summary Savannah Downtown Business Association invites community members to the ‘Telling the Stories of Savannah’ luncheon on April 9, 2025. This event will gather business owners and locals to...
Experience the Savannah Music Festival: A Cultural Haven for Young Musicians
News Summary The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) is not just a concert collection; it’s a cultural celebration. Local youth benefit from initiatives like the free Explorer Pass, enabling them to...
Savannah Commemorates Lafayette’s 200th Anniversary Visit
News Summary On March 22, 2025, Savannah celebrated the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s visit with reenactments in Johnson Square. Around 100 attendees joined local leaders and reenactors to...
Sunny Skies Shine Over Savannah’s 201st St. Patrick’s Day Parade
News Summary Savannah celebrated its 201st St. Patrick’s Day Parade under sunny skies, bringing together participants and spectators despite smaller crowds. The vibrant event featured lively music, colorful floats, and...
Highlights from Select One Marketing’s 8th Annual Workplace Symposium
News Summary On March 21, 2025, the 8th Annual Workplace Symposium hosted by Select One Marketing took place in Savannah, Georgia. The event fostered connections among industry leaders, focusing on...
Savannah Prepares for St. Patrick’s Day Amid Crime Concerns
News Summary As Savannah gears up for its annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration, excitement is palpable with up to 300,000 expected attendees. However, rising crime rates, particularly 87 violent crimes...
Sports
Georgia Passes Legislation Impacting Women’s Sports
News Summary The Georgia General Assembly has passed the ‘Riley Gaines Act of 2025’, which prohibits biological males from competing in women’s sports. Sponsored by key political figures, the act...
Bella Bautista Withdraws from Miss Georgia USA Pageant
News Summary Bella Bautista, a 22-year-old transgender woman, has withdrawn from the upcoming Miss Georgia USA pageant. The decision stems from concerns about the pageant’s values and her involvement in...
Hurricane Helene Causes Widespread Closures and Damage in South Georgia
News Summary Hurricane Helene is set to impact South Georgia, prompting widespread closures and significant damage in areas like Clinch and Colquitt County. Key facilities, including medical clinics and cafes,...
Family Sues Uber Over Alleged Sex Trafficking Incident
News Summary A Georgia family has filed a lawsuit against Uber after their 14-year-old daughter was allegedly taken by an accused sex trafficker during a rideshare trip. The incident, which...
Lawrenceville Woman Admits to Million-Dollar Fraud Scheme
News Summary A 28-year-old woman from Lawrenceville, Georgia, has pled guilty to a wire fraud scheme that defrauded a local business out of over $1 million. Chisom Okonkwo and her...
Lavonia Home Invasion Incident Leads to Multiple Arrests
News Summary A home invasion in Lavonia, Georgia, resulted in multiple arrests, including two South Carolina residents charged with serious offenses. While responding to the initial report, authorities discovered drug-related...
Beer City Cup Returns to Savannah for Soccer Weekend
News Summary Savannah will host the third annual Beer City Cup on March 1-2, 2025, featuring 110 teams from across the U.S. and beyond. This exciting adult soccer tournament promises...
Tybee Island Prepares for 2025 Orange Crush Festival
News Summary Tybee Island is preparing for the upcoming 2025 Orange Crush Festival, which will be held on April 19, 2025. Following previous challenges, city officials are implementing new conditions...
Holidays
Winter Weather Woes: Savannah Prepares for Snowstorm
News Summary Savannah declares a State of Emergency as the city braces for its first measurable snowfall in over seven years. Mayor Van Johnson urges residents to stay cautious and...
Savannah Prepares for St. Patrick’s Day Amid Crime Concerns
News Summary As Savannah gears up for its annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration, excitement is palpable with up to 300,000 expected attendees. However, rising crime rates, particularly 87 violent crimes...
The 201st Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Parade: What You Need to Know
News Summary Savannah is gearing up for the 201st St. Patrick’s Day Parade, set for March 17, 2025, starting at 10:15 a.m. at Abercorn and Gwinnett streets. Attendees can find...
Savannah Prepares for the 201st St. Patrick’s Day Parade
News Summary Savannah is gearing up for the 201st St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 17, 2025, at 10:15 a.m. Starting at Abercorn and Gwinnett streets, the city is focused...
Savannah Schools to Close for St. Patrick’s Day Fun
News Summary On March 17, Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools will be closed for a school-based holiday in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, giving students an extra day off to enjoy...
Theater
Fred Armisen to Perform One-Man Show in Savannah
News Summary Comedy fans in Savannah are in for a treat as Fred Armisen brings his one-man show, ‘Comedy for Musicians… But Everyone Is Welcome’ to Victory North on April...
Savannah Ballet Theatre Presents ‘The Little Mermaid’
News Summary The Savannah Ballet Theatre announces the return of their enchanting ballet, ‘The Little Mermaid’, on March 28 and 29, 2025. Set at the Ben Tucker Theater, this aquatic...
Savannah’s Inaugural Performing Arts Festival Gala Faces Challenges
News Summary The first-ever Performing Arts Festival in Savannah kicked off on February 10, 2025, culminating in an inaugural gala on February 20. Despite a successful event filled with performances...
