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Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Dad Tribe—the first Georgia chapter of Lonestar Dads—was created by Savannah dad Michael Ramsay in April to unite more than 300 fathers from Bulloch, Effingham, Chatham, and Liberty counties ahead of Father's Day. As Men's Mental Health Awareness Month continues, the group donates a dollar for every new member to mental health charities. WJCL
- ➤ On June 8, 2025, several Savannah residents gathered near downtown to protest violence against immigrants—calling for local leaders to improve safety—and urging community support for affected neighbors. WTOC 11
- ➤ On Sunday, downtown protesters in Savannah gathered to contest federal actions after violent immigration raids in Los Angeles—local organizers said the protest aimed to keep the community informed and uphold First Amendment rights despite one isolated incident of violence that led police to detain a participant. The largely peaceful demonstration reflected local concerns about what some view as an overreach by the government. WTOC 11
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A residential structure fire Saturday night displaced 12 people (6 adults and 6 children) and 6 pets in Savannah when firefighters arrived at the 600 block of W. 39th St. at 9:50 p.m. and found heavy smoke and flames, while the Red Cross assisted those displaced. WJCL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Savannah police responded last Sunday to a SWAT call at the Comfort Inn when a hotel fight led three workers to pull a gun—officers arrested Alexander Blanco-Medina and Jean Nieves-Ortiz and later completed a long search by arresting Yeiker Luis Arevalo Hernandez at 10 a.m. Monday. WJCL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Savor Georgia magazine ranked the top 10 fine dining restaurants in the state with menus featuring dishes such as osso buco, dry-aged steaks and cocktails. In Savannah, Elizabeth on 37th offers Southern coastal cuisine in a 19th-century mansion with a seven-course tasting menu — optional wine pairings complete the meal. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ The Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home will host a Peacock Guild reading on Monday, June 30 at 6 p.m. at 207 E. Charlton St where local writers will present original poetry, fiction and essays to celebrate the writer's legacy. Savannah Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Brian Kemp is leading a three-day trade mission to Canada—attending the Southeast U.S.-Canadian Provinces Alliance conference in Saint John, New Brunswick, which began on June 8 and will continue until June 10. He will be joined by First Lady Marty Kemp and Economic Development Commissioner Pat Wilson as they work to ease rising trade tensions from escalating tariffs imposed by both nations. Savannah Morning News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ LoveFood.com has named Green Truck Pub’s burgers and fries among the best in Georgia — the pub makes its burgers with grass-fed beef and toppings like goat cheese, caramelized onion, and roasted red peppers. The restaurant hand-cuts its fries and makes its ketchup fresh each day. WSAV
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Savannah Ghost Tour: History and Hauntings
Explore Savannah Ghost Tour — Evening — Lafayette Square — Ticket required — Discover chilling tales and rich heritage on a tour crafted by historians and locals.
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Flowers After Hours Workshop
6:30-8:00 p.m. — STUMP Plants — $ — Engage in a creative floral arrangement workshop with refreshments and take home your unique creation.
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Fourth Friday on the Riverwalk
3-7 p.m. — Turbine Cafe at Plant Riverside District — Food prices starting at $16 — Enjoy live music and delicious local flavors by the Savannah River.
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