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Savannah
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fundraising efforts are underway to help families affected by wildfires in South Georgia — GoFundMe campaigns have been launched after more than 50 homes were lost in Brantley County, urging neighbors to support those impacted. WJCL
- ➤ Relief efforts are underway across Southeast Georgia to support families and first responders affected by the Brantley County wildfires. Donations (water, food, and hygiene supplies) can be dropped off at VFW Post 6602 in Hinesville until Sunday at 5 p.m. and at James E. Bacon Elementary in Jesup this Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. WJCL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ USA Today named Savannah Riverboat Cruises the best dinner cruise in Georgia as part of its annual 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The riverboat is known for its Southern style cuisine, live music and scenic views along the Savannah River. Savannah Morning News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildfires continue in South Georgia — Governor Kemp declared a state of emergency for 91 counties and a mandatory burn ban is in force — and the Georgia Red Cross urges residents to prepare for evacuation if conditions worsen. WJCL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grayson Stadium, now 100 years old, opened in Apr. 1926 as Municipal Stadium and hosted legends like Babe Ruth and Jackie Robinson; it later became home to the Savannah Bananas, adding a rich layer to its storied past. WJCL
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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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Small Business Week Mixer
4:30-6:30 p.m. — The Park at Eastern Wharf — Free entry — Celebrate Small Business Week at Savannah’s largest collaborative networking event for entrepreneurs and community leaders.
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Tracy Lawrence Live
7-9 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Check ticket prices — Experience the country music legacy of Tracy Lawrence with hits spanning three decades.
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Meet Me On 95 Car & Bike Show
1-9 p.m. — L Scott Stell Park — Free entry — Experience one of the biggest car, truck, and bike shows with side-by-side trail rides and more.
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Ella Langley Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Tickets required — Ella Langley headlines The Dandelion Tour with special guests Kameron Marlowe and Gabriella Rose.
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Sting Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Sting performing classic hits in Savannah.
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Alison Krauss & Union Station: Arcadia Tour 2026
8-11 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theatre — Ticket resale available — Experience the Grammy-winning bluegrass band as they perform timeless hits and new tracks from their album Arcadia.
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