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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Savannah native Alex Yarber was recognized in Deadline Hollywood after his screenplay was listed on The Black List’s Georgia List—he is now seeking local investment to complete his crime film 'A Low Country Crime Story' inspired by his work at a Tybee Island restaurant. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Pastor and filmmaker Sidney Bryant directed Redwood, a film inspired by the 2020 murder of Ahmaud Arbery, and produced it with ONE Compelling Picture and the Faith and Film Coalition (using local Douglas actors and 14 days of filming). The film follows a mother coping with her son's loss and premiered in October while it will be available on Amazon and Tubi (within the next 30 days). Savannah Morning News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Transportation will close lanes on I-95 near the South Carolina line at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 15 for bridge inspections on the Savannah River bridges; inspectors will work first on the northbound then the southbound lanes (drivers should slow down as closures depend on weather). WJCL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Allergists say that tree pollen from oaks, pines, and birch is causing a stuffy nose, watery eyes, and itchiness in Savannah during pollen season—doctors advise starting with a nasal spray and using over-the-counter antihistamines if symptoms persist, while also wiping down pets and keeping windows closed to reduce indoor pollen. WTOC 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Savannah High seniors celebrated their State Championship win during a pep rally on home court *marking their final team celebration*. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Hughes Threlkeld, a UNG senior and Benedictine alum, made his professional golf debut at the Club Car Championship on Thursday at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club as he recorded an even-par 72 on the Deer Creek Course with six birdies and two double bogeys. His younger brother Hamp served as his caddie while his family cheered him on as he completed his second round on Friday at 2:30 p.m.—he plans to turn pro after graduating with a business degree from UNG. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Downtown streets are closed from 6:45 a.m. today as 3,000 runners take over routes for the Publix Savannah Women’s Half & 5K ending at Forsyth Park. Runners start at 7:30 a.m.—organizers advise drivers to move their cars early to avoid interference. WTOC 11
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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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Easter Brunch
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District — $89 — Indulge in a lavish buffet featuring Southern favorites and an extravagant dessert display amidst family-friendly activities.
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Savannah Challenger Tennis Tournament
9 AM - 2 PM — The Landings Golf & Athletic Club — Ticket prices vary — Watch some of the world’s finest tennis players compete in this prestigious Challenger event.
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