Daily
Savannah
Sunday, June 1st, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Savannah.
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. WJCL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. WJCL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 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. WJCL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 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. WSAV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. WTOC 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Savannah Morning News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. WJCL
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Savannah.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Savannah.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
About Daily Savannah
Welcome to the Daily Savannah, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Savannah, Georgia community. If you like the Daily Savannah, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Savannah.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Savannah and across Georgia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Savannah
A free Savannah community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailysavannah.com/sitemap