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Sunday, April 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local groups scheduled 21 Easter egg hunts for families in Savannah between Friday, April 11 and Sunday, April 20—events include glow-in-the-dark hunts, magic shows, candy drops from a helicopter, and visits from the Easter Bunny. Many hunts are free and take place at parks, churches and community centers—offering games, snacks and fun activities for all ages. Savannah Morning News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An overturned tractor trailer closed President Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Truman Parkway around 1:00 p.m. Saturday and Chatham County staff work to clear the area without a set timeline — officials urge drivers to use detours. WTOC 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local actor Zachary Tate, who grew up in Savannah, stars as Johnny Cash in Million Dollar Quartet at the Historic Savannah Theatre. The show retells a famous 1956 jam session and will begin on April 10th — drawing local fans to a piece of musical history. WSAV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A proposed bill to limit public access to police reports and lawmaker communications was abandoned Friday after First Amendment advocates warned it would weaken transparency & a revised version now sits on the governor’s desk for review. The Current
- ➤ Pooler Development Authority launched a Main Street Facade Grant Program that offers up to $10,000 in matching funds for business improvements—projects include signage replacement, landscaping and lighting upgrades. The program is part of a five to ten-year master plan and applications opened April 1 with reviews set every month until funds run out. Savannah Morning News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Savannah readers can vote for their favorite top boys basketball player from the 2025 All-Greater Savannah First Team in an open poll that will close Monday, April 14th at 11 a.m.—this follows a season where Savannah High won a dramatic state title and set records. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Thousands of runners took part in the 11th annual Publix Women’s Half Marathon & 5K on Saturday morning in Savannah, finishing at Forsyth Park. Participants enjoyed a scenic route through squares, parks and local landmarks and some even reported meeting Forrest Gump. WTOC 11
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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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The Collective Practice Week
6 AM - 9 AM — Ashtanga Yoga Savannah — $550 — Deepen your Ashtanga yoga practice with personalized workshops and expert discussions on wellness and techniques.
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