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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Disney On Ice is hosting Mickey’s Search Party at Enmarket Arena in Savannah with five performances scheduled, including two today. The event features ice skating, acrobatic stunts and beloved characters from popular Disney films. WTOC 11
- ➤ Savannah-based author Jessie Fream released her debut book, Humans of Savannah: A Collection of Interviews with Locals, which gathers heartfelt stories from community members. She has engaged with residents since 2020 and discussed her work with WJCL 22 News. WJCL
- ➤ City officials in Tybee Island announced tighter controls for this year’s beach music festival rebranded as 'Krush Reloaded', set for April 18. The one-day event will have one stage, no vendor activity, and parking restrictions to ensure a safer weekend. WJCL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah State University’s Upward Bound program will celebrate its 60th anniversary with a reunion gala on Saturday, May 2 at 6 p.m. in King Frazier’s Savannah Ballroom, according to program director Bobby Roberts. The gala will honor six decades of academic support for high schoolers from low-income and first-generation households. WJCL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A group of biologists, neighbors and volunteers gathered on Tybee Island Friday to rescue five box turtles from North Beach near Polk Street. The turtles are moved to Oatland Island Wildlife Center until Eco Park construction begins Monday — a project aimed at protecting local habitats. WTOC 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia lawmakers approved a bill that allows pharmacies to provide birth control without a prescription and ease access for women in areas with few OB-GYNs — the measure now moves to Gov. Brian Kemp and lets pharmacists dispense a three-month supply first and up to 12 months later. The Current
- ➤ Historic Savannah Foundation is hosting a panel on new design possibilities for the historic district on April 16 at the preservation center, while the city develops its first multi-modal transportation plan in phases, including a shared-use path along River Street. Savannah Morning News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Raphael Warnock supports a bipartisan bill that would cap out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35; if passed, the law will help over 1 million Georgians with diabetes starting in 2027. Advocates say the measure could ease costs for both insured and uninsured individuals. WTOC 11
- ➤ Six restaurants in Bryan and Effingham Counties earned scores of 90 or higher during inspections in March and early April; One Taste + Charlie Grainger’s received perfect scores as part of reviews by the Georgia Department of Public Health to ensure safe dining. Savannah Morning News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A mobile grocery store began serving affordable, healthy food options to local neighborhoods on Friday (offering fresh produce and low-cost essentials) and is set to expand its service routes (ensuring regular stops across the city). WTOC 11
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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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Savannah Ghost Pirates vs. South Carolina Stingrays
3-10 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Check FloHockey for live and archived broadcasts of this exciting hockey matchup.
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The Eric Bailey Show
10:00 – 11:30 PM — Front Porch Improv — General Admission — Enjoy a night of stand up comedy featuring Eric Bailey and special guest musicians.
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MindTravel Silent Piano Concert
7-9 p.m. — Forsyth Park Band Shell — Limited headphones available — Immerse in a mindful piano journey with Murray Hidary and reconnect with yourself.
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Savannah Career Fair
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Marriott Savannah Riverfront — Free entry — Meet face to face with recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies exploring exciting career opportunities.
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SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival
10 AM - 4 PM — Forsyth Park — Free entry — Celebrate spring with SCAD alumni in Savannah at the iconic sidewalk arts festival.
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