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Friday, January 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stratton Leopold, owner of Leopold's Ice Cream, shares memories of his long friendship with former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, highlighting Carter's kindness and their shared love of ice cream. WJCL
- ➤ A Savannah funeral home offers a sympathy book for communal respects to former President Jimmy Carter, reflecting his local and national significance. WTOC 11
- ➤ Savannah Philanthropic Partners has awarded $80,000 in grants to Kicklighter Academy and Wesley Community Centers to enhance childcare services in Savannah. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ Lincoln Street in Savannah is closed for an underground utility investigation, with traffic diverted to Abercorn Street and no specified timeline for reopening. WJCL
- ➤ Following the Bourbon Street attack in New Orleans, Savannah's city officials and tourism leaders discuss increasing security measures on River Street to better protect pedestrians without negatively impacting local businesses. WTOC 11
- ➤ The City of Savannah's Sanitation Department has released the 2025 collection schedule for garbage, recycling, and yard waste, available both as packets and online. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ The Forsyth Farmers’ Market in Savannah, Ga., will introduce nine new vendors from Georgia and South Carolina, emphasizing fresh, affordable food at its event on January 4, 2025. Savannah Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The story highlights the unique contributions of Annie Knight Jordan, a member of the all-black 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion during WWII, and her legacy continued by her daughter and other descendants seeking to preserve their mothers' histories. Savannah Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah College of Art and Design President, Paula Wallace, will be honored with the Presidential Citizens Medal by President Biden for her exceptional contributions to education and the arts. WTOC 11
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Savannah residents and visitors focus on diverse New Year's resolutions for 2025, emphasizing personal improvement and realistic goal-setting. WTOC 11
SPORTS NEWS
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We Are Family Medicine Conference
The We Are Family (Medicine) Conference is a comprehensive AAPA event designed for PAs and NPs, offering vital updates and skills training in family medicine across various specialties.
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2025 ValuTeachers Convention of Champions Kickoff Meeting
The event will cover a range of activities including an awards banquet, meetings, and networking opportunities for educators, held at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa.
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Savannah Real Estate Home Buying Seminar
This seminar offers insights into real estate in Savannah, covering topics such as financing options, market trends, and assistance programs for home buyers.
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Family-Friendly Ghost Tour: Discover Savannah's Haunted History
Experience a 90-minute guided tour through Savannah's haunted sites, featuring captivating ghost stories suitable for all ages.
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14th Annual MLK 5k/10k Run by Blessings in A Bookbag
This annual running event aims to raise funds and awareness about child hunger in Savannah, Georgia.
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Halestorm Live Concert
Halestorm will perform live, showcasing tracks from their successful debut album, at District Live in Savannah.
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Candlelight Concert: Best of Hip-Hop on Strings
Experience a unique concert that blends classical strings with popular hip-hop music in an enchanting candlelit setting.
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2025 Winter Bash Featuring Matthew Whitaker
The 2025 Winter Bash, a gala event supporting the Savannah Music Festival, includes a night of live music, fine dining, and elegant winter decor, featuring acclaimed jazz artist Matthew Whitaker.
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Weekly Candlelight Compline Service
The Compline Choir at Christ Church Anglican in Savannah offers a reflective worship service through music and prayer every Sunday evening.
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YMCA Critz Tybee Run Events
The YMCA Critz Tybee Run features multiple running events, including a 5K, 10K, and a half marathon, taking place on Tybee Island at Spanky's Beachside.
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No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man.
~ Heraclitus
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