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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Housing Savannah Inc. will host its second annual Housing Summit on April 9 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Savannah Technical College’s Eckburg Auditorium to gather community input and seek affordable housing solutions—participants will pay a $10 registration fee that includes breakfast and lunch. Savannah Morning News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 1, the fourth Fort Stewart Soldier who went missing on March 25 was found dead near Pabradė in Lithuania during a mission to recover a submerged tactical vehicle—Army and allied forces are investigating the incident. Savannah Morning News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Savannah man Victor McMillar (33) was convicted on federal charges linked to two murders in 2018 and will serve 20 years in prison after being acquitted in 2023. WTOC 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Southern University has chosen Avinandan Mukherjee, Ph.D. as its next provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs — he will begin on July 1. He brings over 16 years of academic leadership experience — including roles at Marshall University and Clayton State University. WSAV
- ➤ Last Thursday, Savannah public schools honored three top educators at the inaugural Excellence in Education Gala featuring over 30 corporate sponsors. Teacher of the Year Jennifer Hughes, Instructional Support Person of the Year Jabari Hymon—who also celebrated his first wedding anniversary—and Principal of the Year Alfred McGuire were recognized as the event restructured its awards to boost staff retention and recruitment. Savannah Morning News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Savannah launched the Community Advancement Leadership Institute Tuesday to offer more than 60 free and affordable training sessions and skill-building opportunities across the city. The first semester runs from April to August and the second will run from September to December with registration opening on August 1. WTOC 11
- ➤ Lt. Marcus Graves, a veteran officer who began his career with the Savannah Police Department in February 1994 and later joined the Chatham County Police Department on Feb. 1, passed away Monday night after a brief illness—funeral arrangements have not been announced. WJCL
- ➤ During a training exercise to repair an immobilized tactical vehicle in Lithuania on March 25th, four Fort Stewart soldiers lost their lives—local residents gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Vilnius and left flowers, candles and American flags in tribute. WJCL
- ➤ Mayor Van Johnson urged residents to prepare for hurricane season by checking emergency kits and purchasing supplies ahead of time—he noted that June 1 will mark the start of the season and stressed the importance of planning now. City officials are also prioritizing drainage improvements as part of their ongoing efforts to bolster preparedness. WTOC 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Mayor Van Johnson honored Savannah native Nolan Smith Jr. with a Proclamation and the Key to the City after his Eagles won the Super Bowl—Smith opted to hold a charity golf tournament at Southbridge Golf Club to support his foundation for local youth. The mayor challenged the city to raise $20,000 as Smith’s foundation funds college scholarships, bike giveaways, and other programs for local kids. Savannah Morning News
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Hadestown Teen Edition
7-11 p.m. — Savannah Children's Theatre — Prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of Hadestown in a special teen edition performance.
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Warren Haynes Band Live
8:00 – 10:50 PM — Lucas Theatre For the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic guitar skills and storytelling of Grammy Award-winning artist Warren Haynes.
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Zydeco Dance Party with Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas
5:00 – 6:20 p.m. — Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy a lively performance blending zydeco, jazz, blues, and R&B from a seasoned band with deep local roots.
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Songs of Southern Comfort with Roger Moss & Trey Gurley
4-6 p.m. — Tybee Post Theater — Ticket info available — Enjoy an evening of Southern music classics led by vocal talents Roger Moss and Trey Gurley.
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Maddox Batson Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Tickets available — Experience teen sensation Maddox Batson's debut performance with a blend of country and pop.
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Alfredo Rodriguez & Pedrito Martinez Performance
8:00 – 9:15 PM — District Live at Plant Riverside District — $47.00 — Experience a mesmerizing collaboration between Grammy-nominated artists as they fuse classical and Afro-Cuban jazz influences.
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Bernard “Pretty” Purdie Drum Masterclass
7-10 p.m. — District Live at Plant Riverside District — $50 General Admission, $25 Student Admission — Learn drumming techniques from the legendary Bernard Purdie himself.
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Ardsley Park Home & Garden Tour
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Kavanaugh Park — $50 — Explore six exceptional homes and gardens in beautiful, historic Savannah.
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GSSA Spring Bootstrap Conference
5 AM – 1 PM — Marriott Savannah Riverfront — Check website for details — Engage in discussions on enhancing Executive Function skills for educational success.
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Red Shoes Run
12 AM - 12 PM — Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire — Check website for registration fees — Participate in a community run supporting local families with children in medical need.
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