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Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Globe landmark on White Bluff Road, created in 1956 by Ted Turner's father Ed Turner with Savannah Gas Co, remains a cherished icon thanks to local advocates and Parker's CEO Greg Parker, who preserved the painted gas tank as a gateway for generations in Savannah. WJCL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Breeze Airways has launched nonstop flights from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport to Akron-Canton & Fort Lauderdale, beginning this week on Sundays and Thursdays with introductory fares of $64 and $49 respectively. The Fort Lauderdale schedule will shift to Wednesdays and Saturdays in July. WJCL
- ➤ Breeze Airways began nonstop flights from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport to Akron-Canton, Ohio and Ft. Lauderdale on May 7. Ohio flights run on Thursdays and Sundays and Ft. Lauderdale service will shift to Wednesdays and Sundays in July with fares starting at $64 and $49 one-way. Savannah Morning News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The AirPower History Tour brings WWII-era planes, including the B-29 'FIFI', to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily until May 10. Cockpit tours and scheduled flights on Saturday and Sunday let visitors explore the historic aircraft up close. WJCL
- ➤ Tomorrow, May 9, HONEYJOON, a film exploring the mother-daughter bond through grief + humor, debuts at CinemaSavannah on Montgomery St at 7 p.m. Families can enjoy this special screening as part of Mother's Day weekend events. Savannah Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kemp signed education bills Monday that include a $70M literacy plan to hire 1,300 coaches & a rule making kindergarten required before first grade. The laws also mandate 60 minutes of math per day and set device restrictions for high school students next school year. WJCL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Savannah nurse was recognized during National Nurses Week for saving a patient's life, highlighting local support for healthcare professionals in critical moments. WTOC 11
- ➤ Two Georgia residents who returned from the MV Hondius cruise ship are being monitored for hantavirus and are not showing symptoms while following CDC guidelines. The Georgia Department of Public Health is keeping a close watch on their condition. WJCL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Jenkins High standout Chaz Sutton will lead Nike Football Skills Camp for boys and girls ages 8 to 13 in Savannah from June 8-10. The day camp runs Monday to Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with combine style testing, non contact drills & personal coaching. WJCL
- ➤ Benedictine’s baseball team rallied from a 7-run deficit in the third inning to beat Cambridge and secure a ticket to the state semifinals. Savannah Morning News
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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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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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David Nail Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — $25-$75 — Enjoy an evening of live country music with David Nail in a vibrant venue.
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Summer Celebration with Easy Honey
5-9 p.m. — Hop Atomica Savannah — $20, $15 for SCAD students — Celebrate the unofficial SCAD send-off with three bands on the last night before graduation.
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Foodees Fest in Savannah
1-9 p.m. — Tanger Outlets Savannah — Admission details TBA — Experience a lively weekend festival featuring delightful eats and unique vendors.
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Final Frontier Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience iconic hits from one of America's most beloved rock bands, JOURNEY.
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"Weird Al" Yankovic Live in Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic musical genius of Weird Al in an unforgettable live performance.
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