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Savannah
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City and Keep Savannah Beautiful invite local residents, civic groups, fraternities, and sororities to join the Fifth Annual Greek and Civic Cleanup Day on Saturday, Mar. 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at W.W. Law Community Center (900 E. Bolton St.). Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ Effingham County officials announced that Pineora Ball Park will get $5 million in upgrades (including a new walking trail and disc golf course) to serve local families, with work set to start soon. Savannah Morning News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Savannah Music Festival kicked off on March 25 and will run until April 5, hosting dozens of musical acts in local venues. The lineup features favorites like Larkin Poe, Pat Metheny & Robert Cray Band, offering diverse sounds for everyone. GPB News
- ➤ The David Boles Foundation will host the Richmond Hill Gullah Geechee Festival to celebrate local heritage with cultural performances, food, and arts. The event is planned for an upcoming date to honor community traditions in Richmond Hill. WTOC 11
- ➤ Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party will take place at Enmarket Arena from April 2-5. The production will feature beloved characters in thrilling routines and families can purchase tickets online or at the venue box office with VIP options available. The Savannah Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SSU will host the formal investiture of its 15th president, Dr. Jermaine Whirl, on Friday, April 17 at 10 a.m. (Tiger Arena on campus at 3219 College Street) as part of a week-long celebration highlighting academic excellence and community impact. The Savannah Tribune
- ➤ Greenbriar Children’s Center will reopen its daycare this fall at its campus after a financial crisis led to its abrupt 2025 closure. Construction to update the facility will start in April — county and federal support helped bring the center back. WJCL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The closure of Savannah Birthing Center has forced expectant mothers to travel long distances for prenatal care, underscoring a growing shortage of local maternity services in the area. WTOC 11
- ➤ Elaine Jones-Connor, RN-C, was named to the 2026 Georgia Nursing Hall of Fame for 45 years of caring for patients and leading teams in Savannah. The honor recognizes her work mentoring local nurses and raising care standards. The Savannah Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Savannah is celebrating Easter with brunch buffets at The Westin on Resort Drive and at Plant Riverside District on April 5 at 11 a.m., while a new Mediterranean restaurant, Esita Kitchen (8 E. Broughton), opened on March 23. Savannah Morning News
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FUN HOUSE IMPROV COMEDY
8:30-10 p.m. — Front Porch Improv: Savannah's Home for Comedy — General Admission — Enjoy a night of live improv comedy where your ideas fuel the humor.
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Princess Pajama Party
7:30-8:30 p.m. — The Sentient Bean — Tickets required — Enjoy a magical pajama party filled with crafts, games, and live singing for children and their parents.
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Christone Kingfish Ingram Live
8-11 p.m. — Lucas Theatre For the Arts — $47 – $100 — Experience the electrifying blues performances of Grammy Award-winning artist Christone “Kingfish” Ingram.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
11 AM – 2 PM — Enmarket — Ticket information available — Experience a magical ice adventure with beloved Disney characters as they embark on a thrilling quest.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
1-4 p.m. — Enmarket — Ticket prices vary — A delightful ice skating adventure featuring beloved Disney characters in this enchanting show.
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Dexter and The Moonrocks Concert
6-11 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Cost not specified — Experience the unique sounds of Southern Alternative and red-dirt country from this Texas band.
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Billy Strings Concert
1-9:29 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Tickets vary — Experience the latest hits from Billy Strings, including tracks from his new album 'Highway Prayers'.
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3rd Annual Autism Ball
6-8 p.m. — Vintage Special Event Center — Elegant event — Celebrate and raise awareness for individuals with autism through dinner, dancing, and live entertainment.
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Dogs Out the Cage Tour featuring Mountain Grass Unit
7-9 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Ticket info not provided — Experience the harmonious sounds of the Mountain Grass Unit's Birmingham pickers.
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The Great Gatsby Screening
7 p.m. — Tybee Post Theater — Fundraiser event — Step back into the Roaring Twenties for a glamorous night in support of community initiatives.
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