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Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Women in Savannah were honored at the fifth annual Women in Business Gala — hosted by the Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce — with keynote Dr. Alejandra Sosa Pieroni and WJCL’s Shannon Royster speaking. The event ran from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hyatt Regency downtown yesterday. WJCL
- ➤ Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671 will host a Memorial Day service at Vietnam Memorial (Emmet Park on Bay Street) on Sunday, May 24, with music starting at 5:30 p.m. and a ceremony at 6 p.m. to honor 106 local service members who sacrificed their lives. WTOC 11
- ➤ Nine Line Apparel hosted its first Jeep Freedom Fest on Saturday in Savannah to support veteran nonprofits, featuring a family-friendly day with a Jeep obstacle course plus vehicle contests, raffles, giveaways, food trucks and vendors that raised funds for therapy programs and veteran assistance. WTOC 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rancher Hat Bar opened its new Broughton Street storefront on Friday, May 8 — offering customizable Western hats and premium styles for downtown shoppers. Savannah Morning News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data shows Mother's Day gifts cost more this year as consumers are expected to spend near 300 dollars with an overall 10.8 percent rise, and locals note higher prices for flowers, experiences and cards. Pink House Florist in Savannah reports steady business despite the increase. WJCL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials warn residents about scam texts claiming unpaid traffic citations + demanding payment on unofficial sites. They advise deleting these messages and confirming any citation with official City channels. WTOC 11
- ➤ Mayor Van Johnson delivered remarks at the 2026 Mayor's Small Business Conference on May 6 at the Savannah Civic Center—she addressed local business owners. Savannah Morning News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Visitors to Georgia beaches will find that while drinking alcohol is allowed on most beaches (including Tybee Island, St. Simons and Jekyll Island), large quantities, beer kegs and glass containers are banned, and public intoxication remains illegal statewide. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ More than 100 seniors gathered at the Clarence E. Morgan Complex for the Effingham County Senior Citizens Center's inaugural Senior Prom this spring. County leaders plan to hold the event annually (a boost for social interaction) to help ease loneliness. WTOC 11
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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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Nelson Kanzela and Bertín y su Condesa
8-11 p.m. — COPACABANAS SPORT BAR — Tickets available — Enjoy a spectacular night of rhythm and dance with popular Latin music artists.
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