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Savannah
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Effingham County community members gathered Saturday morning at Old Place Pub in Rincon to surprise group home resident Anselm Green with a refurbished car after he earned his driver’s license. Local businesses and friends donated funds and work, and his new car will help him head to work Monday. WTOC 11
- ➤ Savannah is planning a major development in the Railroad District with proposals to restore the Georgia Railroad Museum’s roundhouse and add housing plus retail spaces. The project—developed with Coastal Heritage Society input—will boost cultural and tourism appeal across the community. Savannah Morning News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Savannah's annual St. Patrick's Day golf tournament took place yesterday *at Bacon Park Golf Course* at 8 a.m. to raise funds for the parade committee, with tournament chair Jack Holland noting the event lifts community spirit as locals count down to the holiday. WJCL
- ➤ Descendants and locals gathered Saturday at the historical marker (site of Georgia’s largest 1859 slave auction) to honor the Weeping Time; the ceremony featured libation rites and personal tributes to remember those affected by the event. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ A small group met today in a fenced park off Augusta Avenue to honor 429 enslaved individuals sold at Ten Broeck Race Course by reciting names and pouring water from a plastic bottle (each chair at Otis Brock Elementary symbolizes a child from that day) to keep their memory alive. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ A commemorative event titled 'We remember the 429 souls' recalls how 429 enslaved people from Butler Plantation were sold at a slave auction in Savannah on Mar. 2-3, 1859 — organizers aim to keep the history visible for the community. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Gray's Reef Ocean Discovery Center in downtown Savannah reopened on Feb. 28 after a $1 million renovation and a block party at 340 MLK Blvd., showcasing new replica reefs, sandboxes, and interactive exhibits — a collaboration by the Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and NOAA that aims to boost marine awareness. Savannah Morning News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Georgia’s timber industry has struggled since International Paper closed mills last fall, resulting in job losses and lower timber prices. Lawmakers are considering a $14 million timber innovation plan & House Bill 1000 to boost the industry while a Forestry Solutions Summit in Midway spurred discussions for long-term change. The Current
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A severe drought (due to La Niña) has raised wildfire risks across Georgia with over 900 fires in the past 30 days; southeast incidents have burned thousands of acres near our area. The Georgia Forestry Commission warns residents to stay alert as conditions may continue to intensify. Savannah Morning News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Van Johnson ordered flags to fly at half-staff (March 1 to March 7) to honor civil rights pioneer Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Feb. 17 at age 84. The proclamation highlights his work in promoting equality and economic empowerment. Savannah Morning News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Calvary Day boys beat Greater Atlanta Christian 51-47 on Saturday, Feb. 28, boosting their record to 23-7 and advancing in the playoffs. They will travel to Rome to face No. 1 Darlington in the state quarter matchup on Wednesday, March 4. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ The Jenkins girls advanced to the Elite Eight with a 58-41 win over Lumpkin County on Friday, Feb. 27 (pushing their season record to 25-4) and will host Pickens for their final home game on Tuesday, March 3 at 5:30 p.m. Savannah Morning News
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Ajeva Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Ticketed event — Enjoy the funky grooves of St. Petersburg's Ajeva as they rock the night away.
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Chefs + Farmers: A Culinary Experience
7 p.m. – 1 a.m. — Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum — Early bird tickets available until February 15 — Savor seasonal dishes and cocktails crafted by top local chefs while supporting area farmers.
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Greening of the Fountain
12-2 p.m. — St Patrick's Day Parade Committee — Free entry — Experience the vibrant kickoff of St. Patrick's Day with the traditional greening of the iconic fountain in Forsyth Park.
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Shamrocks and Shenanigans Celebration
All Day — JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District — Not specified — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music and laughter along Savannah's beautiful waterfront.
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Chick-fil-A 5k at Red Gate Farm
8-11 a.m. — Red Gate Farms — Registration required — Run in your Cow Costume at this fun-filled 11th annual 5k supporting Young Life Savannah.
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DeSoto St. Patrick's Day Breakfast
6:30-10:30 a.m. — The DeSoto Savannah — Full breakfast buffet — Enjoy a southern breakfast spread in celebration of St. Patrick's Day.
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Family Easter Egg Hunt
2-5 p.m. — The Living Vine — Free entry — Celebrate spring with a fun-filled day of egg hunting, face painting, and food for the whole family.
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Cirque de Paris
1:30-1:45 p.m. — Tanger Outlets Savannah — Tickets from $29.56 — Experience the magic of Cirque de Paris under the big top in Savannah!
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Savannah Music Festival
Mar 25 – Apr 5 — Lucas Theatre For the Arts — Ticket information available — Experience the captivating indie-pop sounds of Lucius in a vibrant musical celebration.
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Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me Comedy Quiz
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — $ — Enjoy a hilarious NPR quiz show featuring news and celebrity guests with a twist of comedy.
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