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Savannah man indicted for deadly shooting
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A 19-year-old Savannah man has been formally charged in connection with a fatal shooting on June 4. According to an indictment handed down this week, Nazzareth Thacker is accused of killing Makhi Hampton, who was 19 as well. Last month, police responded to the 700 block of Dixon Street near Tatem […]
Sheriff Wilcher makes ‘great strides’ recovering after cardiac event
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Chatham County’s sheriff continues to “make great strides in his recovery,” according to his family. Sheriff John Wilcher was admitted to the hospital in critical condition on June 16 after a cardiac event. His family says he appreciates the overwhelming outpouring of love and support he’s received since then. “John has […]
Lucas Theatre’s ‘Soundtrack Summer’ brings classics back to the big screen
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The historic Lucas Theatre in downtown Savannah continues its tradition of bringing movie nostalgia to life with its Soundtrack Summer series. Six classic films with iconic scores and soundtracks will be screened over the next six weeks at the majestic 1921 theatre, offering a wide range of genres including thrillers like […]
First Alert Weather Day | Scattered storms return Sunday
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Today downpours have weakened and are moving out of north Georgia this evening. Another round of hit-or-miss heavy rain is in the forecast tomorrow. Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day. Storms continue to gradually weaken this evening. Heavy rain continues through sunset in...
Crowds flock to downtown Savannah on July 4th
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Despite the heat, many chose to spend their Fourth of July in downtown Savannah. Businesses open on Thursday hoped for lots of green as people celebrated the red, white and blue. Nick Pappas, owner of Olympia Cafe on River Street, says that while the restaurant is open seven days a week, […]
Midtown Savannah neighborhood starts new Fourth of July tradition
SAVANNAH, Ga. — There are many longstanding traditions that take place on the Fourth of July holiday. But, one Savannah neighborhood is starting a brand new tradition. “We wanted something really family friendly where people in the community could get out and enjoy Fourth of July together," Jane Kemp, co-founder of Midtown Savannah Parents Group, said.
Lane and shoulder closures in Jasper County to begin on Monday
JASPER COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) – Lane and shoulder closures will take place at U.S. Route 321 between Hardeeville and Tillman in Jasper County starting Monday, July 8 and ending on Sunday, July 13. The public is urged to use caution when traveling through this area and is encouragedto utilize alternate routes when able. Delays are to […]
Southwest Georgia Counties May Not Have Power Through Weekend
More than 200,000 utility customers remain without power after Hurricane Michael. Most of these residents are in the southwestern part of the state. Georgia Power expects to restore power in Central and West Georgia this weekend. But the Albany area will have to wait until Monday, and the Bainbridge area until Wednesday at midnight.
Georgia public health officials push hurricane evacuation assistance program for at-need residents
LISTEN: The Coastal Health District's hurricane registry is meant to help coastal residents with mobility challenges who have no outside support. GPB's Benjamin Payne reports. As the Atlantic hurricane season ramps up for what is projected to be a record-busy season, the Georgia Department of Public Health is encouraging qualified residents to sign up for the agency's hurricane registry for evacuation assistance ahead of severe storms.
Presidential election spending in Georgia projected to hit $244M
(The Center Square) – Political advertising in Georgia for the 2024 presidential election is predicted to reach $244 million, third-highest in the nation. The Political Projections Report, released Monday by advertising tracking company AdImpact, forecasts $373 million in total election cycle spending. The would rank 10th highest. Georgia is one of seven consensus battleground states. The […]
Live Entertainment Spotlight in Middle Georgia this Week
The July 4th weekend is here and it will likely be a hot one. First Friday events will take place in Downtown Macon with live music, good food, and lots of art. On Saturday, the rock band The Smokestack will perform a free concert at the Big House Museum. The following are just a few of the cool ways to stay entertained this weekend in the Heart of Georgia.
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