Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
Good morning, Savannah.
The Georgia Forestry Foundation launched the Forest Wildfire Fund on April 25 to help rural families and landowners impacted by wildfires in South Georgia.
Donations are being accepted online to support cleanup and reforestation — key recovery efforts in affected communities.
Georgia Lottery released draw results from April 25, including winning numbers for Powerball, Cash 3, Cash 4, Cash Pop, Georgia FIVE, Fantasy 5, and Millionaire for Life; ticket holders should check claim rules at lottery offices or by mail.
SCAD students, alumni, and local teens turned Forsyth Park’s sidewalks into a temporary art gallery during the annual Sidewalk Arts Festival on Saturday, Apr.
25. The event showcased chalk art and creative teamwork that brightened the park.
GDOT announced lane and ramp closures for I-16 widening and I-16/I-95 interchange reconstruction starting today (closures will run through May 2 during both daytime and nighttime hours).
Drivers should expect delays and check real-time traffic updates.
Pooler purchased 35 acres of wetlands and woodlands off Old Pine Barren Road to preserve greenspace and wildlife habitat.
The city used its Tree Fund fees from developers and paid $430,000 — a move to keep the land free from development.
Tick season has begun with hospitals nationwide reporting record tick bite visits and the CDC issuing an early advisory; Savannah residents are urged to wear light-colored, treated clothing and use EPA-registered repellents when outdoors to reduce the risk of tick-borne infections.
Ted Hurst (Johnson alum and standout at Georgia State) was selected in the 3rd round of the NFL Draft on Friday, Apr.
24 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 6-foot-4 receiver now looks to begin his professional career after impressing scouts with his viral practice grab.
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.
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.
Market at Forsyth Park
9 AM – 1 PM — Forsyth Park — Market tokens accepted — Explore local food vendors under the old oak trees.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sting Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Sting performing classic hits in Savannah.
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.
Alison Krauss Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Cost not specified — Experience the incredible Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas and special guest Theo Lawrence.
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