Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, Savannah.
Budweiser Clydesdales return to Savannah this week on Budweiser's 150th anniversary tour to support scholarships for military and first responder families, with appearances at Grayson Stadium from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday + Friday and at River Street from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday.
Savannah is inviting residents to help name a new inclusive playground at Daffin Park as part of the Recreation Reimagined initiative.
Voting on the three finalist names closes June 19, with the playground scheduled to open in August for children (ages 2 to 12).
The First African Baptist Church received a $500,000 grant to restore its nearly 150-year-old stained glass windows and began work Thursday.
The project will take over a year as some windows are sent to Knoxville for repairs (the grant does not cover all costs).
First African Baptist Church received a $500,000 grant from the Preserving Black Churches program to restore its early 20th-century stained glass windows — the funding does not cover its full $615,000 restoration cost.
The historic church with ties to the Underground Railroad was announced yesterday.
Savannah's Juneteenth Festival will feature live music, food vendors, cultural performances, and family activities at Wells Park on Saturday, June 20 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — regional celebrations extend across the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry with various free events planned.
SCAD changed its summer Pre-College Assistant roles from hourly employees (earning an estimated $3,780) to independent contractors with a flat stipend of $3,510, a move that has raised legal concerns about compliance with federal labor rules.
Savannah-Chatham Public Schools face a $6.1 million gap and may cut staff raises and paraprofessional hiring as they await the county tax digest (due by June 30).
The board must pass a tentative budget soon and could see deeper reductions if the shortfall widens.
Georgia Department of Natural Resources warns residents in Toombs and Tattnall counties that invasive Argentine black and white tegus (Salvator merianae) threaten ground-nesting birds, crops, and native wildlife.
Officials have begun trapping efforts and urge anyone who spots a tegu to secure pet food and clear yard debris.
Tybee Island celebrated the completion of its north end sewer upgrade with a playful toilet paper cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 3 — city officials and residents gathered near a manhole cover on Pulaski Street to mark the improved infrastructure.
Legendary Savannah High School coach Tim Jordan hosts his annual Hoop School camp today at Savannah High School, where 100 kids aged 6-14 will learn basketball fundamentals and have fun + former campers now serve as counselors.
9th Annual Love & Soul Family Festival
10 AM – 6 PM — Tanger Outlets Savannah — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with music, art, and fun for the whole family.
Underoath Live at Victory North
7-10 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Tickets start at $69 — Underoath promises an unforgettable live experience in Savannah.
Savannah Trading Card Game Festival
9 AM – 4 PM — Alee Shriners / Alee Temple — Check event page for entry details — A full day for trading card enthusiasts featuring Pokémon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more.
L.A. Guns Live Concert
7:00 – 10:30 PM — Victory North Savannah — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic rock with L.A. Guns as they unleash their greatest hits live.
Food Truck Thursdays at Eastern Wharf
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Eastern Wharf — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of delicious dishes from local food trucks in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Big Something Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Victory North Savannah — $22-104 — Experience a vibrant night of live music with Big Something at a top-rated venue.
Crabbing 101
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium — Registration required — Discover the fascinating world of crabs with hands-on learning and fun facts about coastal crabs.
Garrison Keillor Live
4-7 p.m. — District Live at Plant Riverside District — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of storytelling and music with Garrison Keillor in Savannah.
Food Truck Thursdays
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Eastern Wharf — Free entry — Indulge in a variety of cuisines from local food trucks while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
ZOSO - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Victory North Savannah — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sound of Led Zeppelin as ZOSO brings their tribute to life.
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