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Fayetteville Chief of Police Scott Gray named president of the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police
The Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP) announced that Fayetteville Police Chief Scott Gray was sworn in as the GACP President on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Savannah. Chief Gray is a 31-year police veteran and has served as the Fayetteville Police Chief for the past seven years. Prior...
Impact Day: Heavy rain likely for Coastal Georgia and Lowcountry with flooding possible
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Download the WJCL app for updates on the tropics:Apple, Google Play. Savannah, Ga. (WJCL)- Impact Day…. There is a Flood Watch for the afternoon and evening. It will be dry this morning, but showers and thunderstorms are likely after 12 pm. Impacts will be heavy...
Savannah City Council to hold final hearing on property tax millage rate
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Savannah City Council is set to meet and the headline of Thursday’s discussions is on adopting 2024′s property tax millage rate. Council is considering adopting a rate of 12.20 mills, which will cause a 9% increase in property taxes for Savannah property owners. This...
Savannah, Georgia Chosen for Windrose’s New Electric Truck Plant
Shanghai-based Windrose Technology plans to open a manufacturing plant in Savannah, Georgia, to deliver its electric semi-trucks in the US by 2025. This move positions Windrose to directly compete with Tesla's Semi in its home market. The news was first reported by Reuters. “The U.S. market is friendly towards Chinese...
Pediatricians share tips for the first day of school
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Pediatricians at Memorial are sharing some tips for parents ahead of the first day of school. There’s a few things they say you can start doing now to set your kid up for success. The first thing, having a conversation with them about what their...
Pipe failure causes part of Broughton Street to crumble
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - This week’s flooding is still impacting downtown Savannah businesses. Wednesday, crews are fixing a pipe failure that caused part of Broughton Street to crumble. WTOC went to where the street is now shut down and we’re getting a better idea of when that busy road...
SCAD Plans Three Fashion-based Museum Shows
This fall might seem miles away having just passed the midway point of summer, but the change in seasons will be a welcome turning point for the Savannah College of Art & Design’s two museums.Kyle Abraham Dances Through 'Social Abstraction' at Gagosian Beverly Hills Director of fashion exhibitions Rafael Brauer Gomes and other SCAD representatives previewed three fall exhibitions Wednesday morning in New York at Mostrador in the Walker Hotel. First up will be “Isabel Toledo, A Love Letter,” which will bow Aug. 13 and run through Dec. 16 at the SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah. The independent Cuban-American designer...
Back to school drives to a kids-free night out: 10 events around Savannah to check out this weekend
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Above file video:Chatham County Sherriff's Office back-to-school block party returns. Whether you need to get the kids ready for the school year, or enjoy a kids-free night out, here are 10 events to check out. Back to School Events. Back to School Block Rock. When: Saturday,...
Leadership Savannah’s Atlanta Trip: Insights, Innovations, and Community Connections
The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce’s July Leadership Savannah program featured the program’s annual City-to-City trip. This year’s destination was Atlanta, where participants engaged with key leaders and innovative projects graciously hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). The trip included enriching panel discussions,...
DC Goes Bananas for Savannah!
Jeff Hewitt, Larry Browder, and Courtney Martin from Visit Savannah, along with Angela Daniels and Staci Stover from the Savannah Convention Center, hosted an exciting event for over 40 DC-area meeting planners and association executives at the Savannah Bananas game at Nationals Park last Saturday. The group joined more than 42,000 fans for an evening filled with singing, dancing, and fun with the Savannah Bananas players and executives.
New Members for the Week of July 16-23, 2024
Welcome our newest members and remember to do business with your fellow Chamber members!. Biohazard Remediation – Cleaning & Restoration Services. 4810 Executive Park Ct, Ste 102, Jacksonville, FL 32216. 904.419.0211. Office Supplier – MFP – Printer & Copier. Kerry Davis. 1000 Pine Barren Rd, Unit 101,...
Two ‘twin sisters’ celebrate their extravagant Sweet Sixteen
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - If you’re looking for something to do Saturday night, we have potential plans for you. There’s a Sweet Sixteen birthday party in Savannah that’s open to the public. To understand what makes this Sweet Sixteen unique you have to meet the sisters the...
Authorities release images of possible suspect vehicle after deadly I-16 hit-and-run crash
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. — Above: Initial coverage of the crash. The Georgia Department of Public Safety has released images of possible suspect vehicles one day after a motorcyclist was struck by a hit-and-run driver on I-16. It happened around 5 a.m. Tuesday at Highway 280. Georgia State Patrol said...
UPDATE: 2 injured in shooting after ShotSpotter alert
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV)- Savannah Police Department (SPD) responded to a ShotSpotter alert at the intersection of Waldburg and Paulsen Street around 3 p.m. The shooting left one woman and one man with non-life-threatening injuries. Both were transported to a local hospital and are being treated for their gunshot wounds. Part of Paulsen Street was closed. […]
Spooky season starting early with Spirit Halloween in Savannah. Here's when it will open
If you've been anxiously waiting since last Halloween to start your preparations for this one, good news: Your wait is almost over. Spirit Halloween is slated to open its location at the Shoppes Of Savannah on Gateway Boulevard South on Friday, Aug. 2, according to data provided by spokesperson Marisa Uzzolino. ...
City of Savannah invites residents to participate in budget survey
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – As the City of Savannah’s annual budget review process gets underway, staff invite residents to include their voices in the process through a prioritization survey. The City’s budget plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of life for everyone in Savannah. Input in the budget process is essential to ensure […]
Breaking Good News: Nonprofit Highlights
Spreading good news about nonprofits, charity and goodwill in our community. Loop It Up Savannah awarded ‘Bridge Grant’ from Georgia Council for the Arts. Loop It Up Savannah was awarded a Bridge Grant from Georgia Council for the Arts, a strategic arm of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, for fiscal year 2025. The Bridge Grant provides funding for operating support to nonprofit arts organizations, many of which were negatively affected by COVID-19.
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