Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of January.
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🏘️ Community
The Current will sponsor and participate in the Savannah Book Festival from Feb.
6-9, 2025, offering schedules, reviews, and a meet-up on the free Festival Day, Feb. 8.
🚧 Accidents
A person is recovering after being rescued from an elevator shaft in Savannah by the Technical Rescue Taskforce Team, following an accident reported on East River Street.
A person was successfully rescued by Savannah firefighters after falling into an elevator shaft on East River Street and being pinned between the car and wall.
The Diamond Causeway is closed due to an accident caused by icy conditions, with authorities advising against non-essential travel.
Savannah sees a slight increase in pedestrian-related motor vehicle collisions despite city efforts towards traffic safety enhancements, with pedestrian fatalities nearly doubling from 2022 to 2024.
Two individuals were displaced following a house fire in Savannah, with no injuries reported.
💼 Business
Greg Parker, CEO of Parker's Kitchen, credits his success to perseverance, strategic advice-seeking, and a dedication to community charity, illustrating his journey from law school aspirant to head of a successful corporation.
🌲 Environment
Following Savannah's first snow in seven years, a local plant shop owner advises bringing plants indoors and pruning to potentially save them from winter storm damage.
🎉 Savannah Events
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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.
2025 Savannah Irish Festival
The 2025 Savannah Irish Festival features a vibrant celebration of Irish culture with music, dance, food, and craft vendors in a community-friendly atmosphere.
Oysters on the Bluff Fundraising Event
Oysters on the Bluff is an annual fundraising celebration featuring food, drinks, and a silent auction, supporting Chatham-Savannah Citizen Advocacy for people with developmental disabilities.
2025 Savannah Book Festival
The 2025 Savannah Book Festival features over 9,000 attendees, nationally-recognized authors, and a variety of presentations and signings in Savannah's Historic District.
Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
This Candlelight concert at The DeSoto Savannah features the music of Adele performed in a unique and immersive setting illuminated by candlelight.
Savannah Diamond Cheer Championship 2025
The Savannah Diamond Championship 2025 is an all-star cheerleading competition taking place in Savannah, Georgia, featuring various scoring systems and bids offered.
Georgia Day Expo at Savannah Civic Center
The Georgia Day Expo invites students to explore Georgia history through interactive demonstrations and performances at the Savannah Civic Center.
Andrea Bocelli Live in Concert
World-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, known for his remarkable career and sold-out shows, will perform live at the Enmarket Arena.
About Love and Other Ills - Comedy Show in Spanish
This comedy show explores the ups and downs of love, featuring renowned comedians from Colombia and Venezuela, set in a vibrant bar in Savannah.
Ben Rosenblum Live Performances
Ben Rosenblum, a versatile pianist and accordionist known for his work across diverse genres, will be performing at the Hyatt Regency Savannah.
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