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Public Safety a Top Priority for All of Savannah- Chatham County
Public Safety is among the top issues in community surveys across the nation. The Savannah-Chatham County, GA area is no different. Recent and varied incidents of crime have raised the level of concern for many local citizens. On May 30th, the Chatham County Commission hosted representatives of all the county’s municipal- ities at the groundbreaking of the new, 83,000 square-foot Multi-Agency Public Safety Building, located at 654 Gulfstream Road. Afterwards, 5th District Chatham County Commissioner Tanya Milton decided to move forward with her idea of hosting an opportunity to share information and generate discussion on public safety issues and concerns. As a member of the Hungry Club Forum of Savannah, Inc. (HCFS), she broached the idea of co-sponsoring one of the organization’s monthly Signature Roundtables and Open Forums toward this end.
Gov. Kemp proclaims June 7 as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – On Tuesday, Governor George Kemp signed into order a proclamation that officially declares June 7th as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day in Georgia. Several members of the Tourette Association of America (TAA) Georgia Support Group were present at the state capitol to accept the proclamation from Governor Kemp. “We are incredibly grateful […]
Historic Savannah Foundation to Host Lecture About “The Revitalization of Waters Avenue” on Thursday, August 15
Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF) will host a special discussion about “The Revitalization of Waters Avenue” on Thursday, August 15 at the HSF headquarters, located at 321 E. York St., as part of the 2024 Historic Savannah Foundation Lecture Series, “The People, Places and Stories That Define Savannah.” Attendees are invited to a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. The discussion will start at 6 p.m.
“Jekyll and Hyde the Musical” opens this weekend
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The first performance from a new Savannah Children’s Theater program that has high school and college students working together premieres at the Historic Savannah Theater on Friday. Ben Templeton plays the title role in “Jekyll and Hyde the Musical.’’. Amelie Steffan plays “Lucy.’'...
Make a Fourth of July bouquet with Sydney Nichole
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Syd Nichole stops by to teach us how to build a Fourth of July-inspired bouquet. If you’re interested in learning more about her upcoming events, click or tap here. Be sure to tune into Weekend Today every Saturday and Sunday you never know who may stop by.
Georgia Southern professor receives Fulbright Specialist Award to Malaysia
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Karin Fisher, Ph.D., associate professor of special education at Georgia Southern University, has received a Fulbright Specialist Program Award from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. She will complete a project at the Dyslexia Association of Sarawak in Malaysia that aims to exchange knowledge and establish […]
Local entrepreneur honored on new reality show
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A young entrepreneur who had already excelled in a local business competition is now earning attention - and awards - on a national level. Garrett Stigall founded Pool Protection Technologies when he was still in college. Now, his company has been named “Most Investable’' in the newest season of “The Blox’' reality TV show that launched this week on Hulu and Amazon Prime.
Georgia’s EMCs prepare for above-average hurricane season
Staff Reports The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an 85% chance of an above-normal hurricane season in 2024, with an estimated 17-25 named storms, 8-13 of which may have the potential to turn into hurricanes. Four to seven of those storms are predicted to be a Category 3+. This will be the […] The post Georgia’s EMCs prepare for above-average hurricane season appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Empowering Economic Excellence: Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce Presents The Black Business Expo
The Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the much-anticipated Black Business Expo, set to showcase the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit and economic prowess of the Black community. Scheduled to take place at The Hyatt Regency Harborside Ballroom on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., this expo promises to be a celebration of innovation, resilience, and collective empowerment.
Job and Wellness Fair To Be Held July 12th
Mercy Housing/Savannah Gardens will be hosting a Job and Wellness Fair Friday, July 12th, 2024. We will have various job vendors, DJ, and free food on site! The Forsyth Farmers Market Truck will be on site with fresh produce. This event is open to the public. Any questions please contact 912-335-4839.
Oglethorpe Driving Club to hold annual Cars on the Burn show
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Classic car shows are about as American as it gets and on this Independence Day weekend, you can check out some great locally owned rides on the campus of Bethesda Academy. The Oglethorpe Driving Club will hold its annual Cars on the Burn show Saturday.
Zunzi's + Zunzibar Host ZUNZIFEST! Celebration on July 9
Zunzi’s + Zunzibar, the Savannah-based sister brands with locations in Savannah, Tybee Island, Atlanta and Hilton Head Island, are marking the culmination of their quarterly fundraising with a ZUNZIFEST! celebration on Tuesday, July 9. For the fundraising period ending on June 30, 2024, Zunzi’s + Zunzibar is donating 1% of all sales to Marine Reach Global. For fans in Hilton Head Island, Zunzibar also will be hosting a grand opening celebration with an official ribbon cutting with the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce at 2 p.m.
Vehicle fire closes multiple lanes on I-95 Southbound
POOLER, Ga. (WSAV) – A large vehicle fire has closed a part of I-95 Southbound. According to Pooler Police, two lanes of I-95 Southbound at mile marker 100, between I-16 and Highway 80, are closed this morning while first responders clear the scene of a large vehicle fire. WSAV will keep you up to date […]
Ellis Square mass shooting suspects appear in court
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - We are learning more information about the investigation into a mass shooting in Ellis Square on May 18. Eleven people were injured and so far, six people have been arrested. For the first time we are learning which businesses gave video to police showing the shooting,...
Confused about trash pickup due to the 4th of July? Here’s all the details
MACON, Ga. — With any national holiday, comes a few changes to the usual schedule. One of which is trash pickup, which will have a few schedule changes on July 4th. On Thursday, there will be no trash pickup or drop-off in most parts of Central Georgia. Instead, pickup will be delayed one day, according to Ryland Environmental and GFL Environmental.
Hitting the road: How to prepare for the busiest travel weekend of the summer
SAVANNAH (WSAV) – This week is the anniversary of our nation’s independence, and Americans love a good birthday party. Whether you’re hitting the road, going on vacation, or sticking close to home… it’s going to be crowded and you’ll want to be prepared. We got you. If you’re sticking around, remember that the Lowcountry and […]
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