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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement is gearing up for Orange Crush on Tybee Island set for Saturday, April 19th; the city worked with event organizers to secure a one-day permit while over 150 officers and extra security will cover the island all weekend due to expected large crowds and potential disruptions—new traffic measures will be in place to prevent last year’s gridlock. WTOC 11
- ➤ Mayor Van Johnson joined Senior Citizens Inc. on March 28 to deliver meals as part of the March for Meals campaign—an effort that raised awareness for Meals on Wheels in supporting coastal Georgia's older adults. SCI will deliver its 7 millionth meal later this year, marking a milestone in decades of service. The Savannah Tribune
- ➤ Today, the City of Savannah announced that the new Community Center at Windsor Forest will be located at 218 Windsor Road—formerly Woody’s Skate Park. The center will serve as a public space for community activities and recreation. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ On March 31, 2025, the City of Savannah and Mayor Van R. Johnson, II honored local native and Super Bowl champion Nolan Smith, Jr. at Southbridge Savannah Golf Club during his charity golf tournament—hosted by his foundation to boost youth programs and community support. The Savannah Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash involving a dump truck & a car closed Ft. Argyl Road at Hillgate Rd on Apr. 2, leaving one person seriously injured while crews worked to clear the scene and detoured traffic. WTOC 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Last week, Savannah Area Chamber’s Conni Reynolds and Tara Reese attended an event hosted by Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs Womens Business Center to celebrate the launch of 20 new women-owned businesses in Savannah. The event marked the pilot GoGal Program—developed with Step Up Savannah and Start-Up Savannah—to empower women of color while boosting the local economy. Savannah Chamber of Commerce
- ➤ At the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant in Savannah, over 1,200 Meta Pros work with robots and receive cultural training from South Korean trainers after the grand opening on March 26. The company will boost production by 200,000 vehicles per year and may add up to 5,500 jobs with a second battery plant when current staffing is complete (details on the timeline are pending). Savannah Morning News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Savannah police responded to a shooting on MLK Blvd. when two cars exchanged gunfire and one occupant was shot and taken to Connors Temple Baptist Church on Gwinnett Street; the victim was rushed to hospital in serious but stable condition—officers are still searching for the suspect. WSAV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ An open poll for the top Girls Basketball Player in Greater Savannah is inviting fans to vote until Friday, April 11th at 11 a.m. The poll follows the release of the All-Greater Savannah Girls Basketball team and features players from teams that advanced to the State Final Four and Elite Eight — giving community followers a chance to pick their favorite. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Tickets are now on sale at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club for the 2025 Club Car Championship—a Korn Ferry Tour event running from today through April 6. Prices start at $10 and kids 18 and under get free admission with an adult ticket while premium hospitality options are available. Savannah Chamber of Commerce
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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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Joey McIntyre Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — District Live at Plant Riverside District — $28 — Catch a lively performance by Joey McIntyre in Savannah's vibrant concert venue.
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