Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
Good morning, Savannah.
Star Castle Entertainment, a beloved roller rink and laser tag center in Savannah, will close its doors this summer after nearly 40 years as its owners retire.
General manager John Povanda, who has worked there for 16 years, said the building may be sold (hoping it remains a skating rink) and noted that many local fans are saddened by the announcement.
Tray Chaney's son Malachi (a Savannah State student) was thrown 300 feet during a tornado near Atlanta and is now in the ICU with broken ribs and facial fractures while the storm damaged 13 homes, including 2 that were destroyed.
After a downtown shootout injured four people last weekend, Savannah Police announced a summer crime prevention plan that uses extra patrols and a mobile command post parked at Ellis Square — investigators are close to identifying a suspect in a black hoodie who fired his gun and was shot in the neck.
On Saturday, the Georgia Economic Empowerment Summit took place at Savannah Technical College where Rep. Carol Gillard hosted a free event to provide information on local job opportunities and economic growth—panelists from film, music, and health as well as military veteran support shared key insights.
Today marks the first day of the Atlantic hurricane season and many downtown Savannah residents are preparing for potential flooding after a harsh 2024 season.
Residents note that overdevelopment has strained the drainage system while city officials and locals install flood walls to guard against rising water.
Saturday morning, Port Wentworth officials and residents met to review downtown development plans that focused on reducing truck traffic and keeping the area's local look.
They raised concerns about transparency and opposed large commercial projects — urging city leaders to better include resident input.
The Savannah Ghost Pirates hosted their annual yard sale Saturday outside Enmarket Arena—offering game-used gear from helmets to skates and even goal-scoring sticks.
Several supporters practiced slap shots and stickhandling nearby—turning the event into an off-season hockey celebration.
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.
On-Site Tour of Senior Living
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Precision Care Services, LLC — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living amenities and services including award-winning dining and activities.
Coaches For Curing Cancer 5K/10K Run/Walk
7:30-10:00 a.m. — Howe 2 Run — Support a worthy cause while enjoying a scenic run or walk in Savannah.
Luke Bryan Concert
7:00-8:30 PM — Enmarket Arena — Tickets required — Experience a night of chart-topping country hits with Luke Bryan at the Enmarket Arena.
Boy Harsher Concert
6-10 p.m. — Starland Yard — Check venue for costs — Experience an electrifying performance by the American electronic music group Boy Harsher.
Father's Day Dinner Cruise
7-9 p.m. — Savannah Riverboat Cruises — Adult: $99.95, Child: $52.95 — Enjoy a relaxing dinner cruise to celebrate Father's Day.
Jane Austen Book Club at E. Shaver Starland
6:15-7:15 p.m. — E. Shaver, Starland — RSVP required — Engage in a literary discussion of 'Emmett' by L. C. Rosen while enjoying refreshments.
Southern Culture On The Skids Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Check venue for pricing — Experience the lively sounds of Southern Culture On The Skids, a band with over three decades of musical journey.
Wymberly and Sporehead Summer Concert
9 PM – 1 AM — The Wormhole Neighborhood Pub & Music Venue — $10 Donation — Experience a night of live music with Savannah's own Wymberly and Sporehead.
Market at Forsyth Park
9 AM – 1 PM — Forsyth Park — Market tokens accepted — Explore local food vendors under the historic oak trees.
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