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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Federal prosecutors in Savannah announced a sweeping indictment on May 16th of a large group of alleged gang members for violent and financial crimes—details were shared by officials—while a UGA study found that visitors to artificial reefs contributed $8.2 million to the coastal economy in 2023. Lawmakers and athletic leaders met at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on May 16th to spotlight the growing popularity of girls flag football. GPB News
- ➤ Forsyth Farmers’ Market will hold its Family Feast fundraiser on Sunday, May 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Old Dairy Farm on Tennessee Ave to support community outreach programs & youth education, and the event will offer family-friendly food options and live entertainment for all ages. WJCL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Texas-based Buc-ee’s—known for its pulled pork sandwiches and clean restrooms—will open its Brunswick, Georgia location on July 1 while the company plans an early next year store in Monroe County and additional sites in other states. Savannah Morning News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Amber Alert was issued in Savannah after 3-year-old Leilani Elliott was taken without permission during a supervised visit on Wheaton Street at 10:45 a.m. Thursday, with suspect Jessy Elliott—32 and driving a 2022 white Nissan Altima—last seen at 825 Wheaton St and police urging anyone with information to call 911. WJCL
- ➤ Federal prosecutors in Savannah indicted 30 alleged Sex Money Murder gang members for racketeering, murder, drug trafficking and fraud after a four-year investigation — several defendants entered not guilty pleas in their initial court appearances. GPB News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting June 20, the Chatham Parkway Bridge will close until July 10 for the final phase of a nearly year-long reconstruction, forcing 17,000 drivers to use alternate routes. Officials will also close lanes on I-16 below the bridge (9 p.m. to 9 a.m. from June 20 to June 23) and will update the schedule by June 6 if changes occur. WTOC 11
SPORTS NEWS
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Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella
3-6 p.m. — Tybee Post Theater — $30+ — Experience the magical journey of Cinderella in this enchanting musical filled with beloved songs and heartfelt moments.
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Wormsloe Plantation & Bonaventure Cemetery Tour
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Savannah College of Art & Design — Book online — Explore two historic landmarks in Georgia with ease on this half-day tour.
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In Conversation with Jeffrey Seller and Leslie Odom, Jr.
6:00 – 11:59 PM — Trustees Theater — $30 includes signed book — A behind-the-scenes look at modern Broadway and the making of a theater legend with influential figures in American theater.
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Shabazz Seafood Festival
12 PM - 6 PM — Shabazz Seafood Restaurant — Payment required for platters — Enjoy a delicious platter featuring Shabazz fish, shrimp, crab, and more over the Memorial Day weekend.
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WWE Friday Night SmackDown
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Tickets available — Experience electrifying wrestling action with WWE superstars like Cody Rhodes and Charlotte Flair.
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EXTC - Terry Chambers and Friends
9-11:30 p.m. — The Wormhole Neighborhood Pub & Music Venue — Tickets available — Experience a night of live music featuring the legendary drummer Terry Chambers and his band EXTC.
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Paul Thorn Concert
7-10 p.m. — Tybee Post Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative and emotionally resonant roots music of Paul Thorn, blending blues and rock with Southern flair.
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Megan Moroney Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Enmarket Arena — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the live performance of Megan Moroney in Savannah.
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Line Dancing Party
6-8 p.m. — Fleurish Paint and Sip — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of rhythmic line dancing and fun with friends in a lively atmosphere.
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Bonaventure Cemetery Tour: Luxury Van Experience
90-minute tour — The Old Sorrel-Weed House Museum & Tours — From $38 — Experience the elegance of Bonaventure Cemetery in luxury aboard a 2024 Mercedes Sprinter van.
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