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Savannah
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The beloved Finches Sandwiches and Sundries near East Victory Drive will close May 1 after failing to secure a loan because of environmental concerns. The owners plan future projects + continue their legacy in Thunderbolt. WJCL
- ➤ Savannah-based Parker's Kitchen was recognized by USA Today as a Top Workplace for 2026 today, marking its second time earning the honor in two years. The company employs nearly 1,700 workers across SC & GA as it nears its 50th anniversary. Savannah Morning News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Savannah’s River Street was once the scene of fierce fighting during the Revolutionary War’s Siege of Savannah when French and American forces clashed with British troops in fall 1779. A historical marker on Liberty Street now helps locals and visitors learn about the battle’s impact on the city’s growth. Savannah Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Atlanta Braves executive DeRetta Cole Rhodes will deliver the keynote address at Savannah State University’s commencement at EnMarket Arena on Friday, May 8 at 1 p.m.—she will address 390 graduates about leadership and community. Savannah Morning News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Runners completed the Publix Savannah Women’s Half Marathon and 5K on Saturday. Their course ran past landmarks (Cathedral Basilica and the Forrest Gump bench in Chippewa Square) and finished in Forsyth Park. WTOC 11
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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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Crowder Spring Tour featuring Seph Schlueter and Patrick Mayberry
7-8:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of uplifting music with Crowder and special guests in a venue made for great songs.
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An Evening With Sister Hazel
7-9:30 p.m. — District Live — Tickets from $50 — Enjoy an acoustic night with the beloved band Sister Hazel in Savannah's vibrant atmosphere.
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Market at Forsyth Park
9 AM – 1 PM — Forsyth Park — Market tokens accepted — Explore local food vendors under the old oak trees.
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