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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Family Promise of the Costal Empire hosted the grand opening for two new transitional homes on Thursday at 10 a.m. on Cumming Street in Savannah. The fully furnished homes—built to help families facing housing insecurity—will see the first families move in this October. WTOC 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Savannah Police reported that a man was shot on the 2000 block of Fernwood Drive at 3:11 p.m. Monday and later the coroner identified the victim as 31-year-old Ahkeem Holmes—he died at the scene and an autopsy was scheduled—while no arrests have been made. WJCL
- ➤ On April 10 at about 2:30 p.m., Savannah Police arrested 29 year old Anthony Mitchell for auto theft after tracking a stolen 2022 Dodge RAM 1500 with Flock cameras while the vehicle was caught in heavy traffic on E. Victory Dr. heading toward Skidaway Rd. WTOC 11
- ➤ The Chatham County Coroner’s Office named Rasheen Adkins, 22, as the man fatally shot on the 800 block of Tatem Street Saturday night after officers responded to a shots fired call that also saw three children burst into flames—no arrests have been made. WJCL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Effingham native Maddie Greer has been named Director of the Mars Theatre in Springfield and will take over on April 14. Greer, a University of Georgia graduate — known for her arts writing and volunteer work — plans to honor the theatre's legacy while expanding its role to connect the community. WJCL
- ➤ A film titled Redwood reverses the races in telling the story of Ahmaud Arbery’s 2020 murder and has angered his family. Marcus Arbery and manager Daren Gale called the twist appalling— and they are making their own film to present the true events. Savannah Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, over 3,000 high schoolers from Georgia and nine other counties attend the Big Tide Summit at the Savannah Convention Center for career development, leadership workshops and one-on-one coaching. Students will meet industry leaders to learn about STEAM and trade fields while three participants will receive scholarships from the summit’s Go Big Career Fund—preparing them for college or a career after graduation. WTOC 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dulany Industries said the Georgia Environmental Protection Division removed the SeaPoint Industrial Terminal Complex sites from the hazardous inventory on March 18—after a $38 million clean-up that covered 755 acres—and the remediation is expected to return the brownfield to productive use by creating new jobs and attracting further investment. The six-year project marks a major step forward for sustainable industrial development in Savannah. WSAV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Several Savannah restaurants will serve special Easter brunch menus on April 20, with offerings like shrimp and grits, smoked ham, and waffles—while family-friendly spots include egg hunts and petting zoos. Reservations are required at most venues—so guests should plan ahead to secure a table. Savannah Morning News
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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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The Stews Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Tickets available — Experience a genre-blending rock performance from The Stews.
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Pretty Woman - The Musical
8:00-9:30 PM — Johnny Mercer Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved story of Pretty Woman brought to life on stage with a captivating musical score.
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18th Annual Tybee Turtle Trot 5K Beach Run
1–3 p.m. — 37 Meddin Dr, Tybee Island, GA — $35 Early Bird / $45 Regular — Participate in a fun beach run supporting the Tybee Marine Science Center.
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