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Strong rain causes flooding and headaches for neighbors throughout midtown Savannah
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Whether people were on the road or in their homes, no where seemed to be safe from last weekend’s flooding. One Savannah city council member says the city is working on solutions, but it will take a bit of time. One neighbor, Neil Blanken, tells...
Pooler Walmart closed temporarily following electrical fire
POOLER, Ga. (WSAV) – The Walmart on Pooler Parkway is closed temporarily following a small electrical fire. According to Pooler Fire Chief Wade Simmons, the fire broke out around 10:30 a.m. Monday, impacting the main power line. News 3 is told some smoke was visible inside the building. Because of the fire’s location, power to […]
Savannah hosts the 43rd annual Savannah Jazz Festival
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Savannah Jazz announced that the 43rd annual Savannah Jazz Festival will happen September 18-22. Savannah Jazz partnered with the City of Savannah for 17 free events. They will also feature two ticket performances sponsored by Roger Woods Foods, Lucas Theatre for the Arts, and Rancho Alegre.
City of Statesboro is accepting applications for Housing Rehabilitation Program
STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – The City of Statesboro will once again be accepting applications to its Housing Rehabilitation Program. Starting Monday homeowners with lower incomes who occupy substandard housing within the city limits are encouraged to apply for the 2024 Housing Rehabilitation Program to receive assistance with home repairs and renovations. Applications for assistance must […]
Senator Warnock in town to boost jobs in Savannah’s aviation industry
SAVANNAH, Ga (WSAV) – Senator Reverand Raphael Warnock will be back home in Savannah today to tour aviation facilities and promote legislation to fund training for jobs in the Coastal Empire. The senator will start with a tour of the Gulfstream Headquarters to speak with company leaders about Gulfstreams impact on local economy, how the company […]
Concession in Savannah/Hilton Head Intl. Airport wins international award
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A concession at the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport has been recognized by the Airports Council International – North American (ACI-NA), at the 2024 Airport Concessions Awards. David and Carol Legasse, owners of the Salt Table and Salt Table Spirits, and their team were recognized as the 2024 Best New Retail Concept […]
Tucker Wetmore plots debut headling tour: “An absolute dream of mine”
Fast-rising country artist Tucker Wetmore has announced his headlining Waves on a Sunset Tour. The trek kicks off Oct. 4 in Statesboro, Georgia, and will hit Chattanooga, Grand Rapids, Little Rock, Knoxville and more before concluding in Chicago on Nov. 16. “GUYS I’M GOING ON MY FIRST HEADLINE TOUR!!” Tucker...
Beaufort Memorial Hospital welcomes its new PATH Career Development Center
BEAUFORT COUNTY, Sc. (WTOC) - Monday, Beaufort Memorial opened its PATH Career Development Center. Through the PATH Program, Memorial staff learn what it takes to be nurses, medical assistants, patient care technicians and more. The career development center will teach the skills needed for bedside treatment through four state-of-the-art simulation...
BlacQuity Announces the Second Annual ROOTS & RIVERS FESTIVAL to be Held September 14th
BLUFFTON, SC - BlacQuity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Black entrepreneurs, is thrilled to present the second annual Roots & Rivers Festival, a vibrant celebration of local businesses and community spirit. This year’s Coastal Cowboy and Cowgirl-themed event will take place on September 14, from 2 – 8 p.m. at the scenic river view of Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf St., and will include live music, line dancing, mechanical bull riding, artisanal vendors, craft beer, food trucks, and new to the festival this year, a Kid Zone and VIP experiences.
Henderson High School alums enjoy annual All Classes Reunion
Alumni from Henderson High School met July 12-14 for their annual All Classes Reunion. This year’s reunion theme was “Let us come together again and let the good times roll again.”. Alumni from as far away as Ohio and New York traveled to Jackson for the reunion that...
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