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Sunday, June 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 2,000 people marched through downtown Savannah Saturday for the 'No Kings' protest where local activists opposed current government policies. The peaceful event started at Thomas Square Park at 11 a.m.—ending at the Forsyth Park fountain with no major disruptions reported. WSAV
- ➤ Crews will begin relocating utilities near Whitaker Street to prepare for an underground parking garage with 424 spaces near Forsyth Park, with 74 available daily and the rest open after hours. Homeowners worry that the project will bring 1,000 extra trips, noise, and disruptions to 150-year-old homes, and a 90-day stay has been granted on the lawsuit filed over the rezoning process. WJCL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A truck caught fire on I-95 north near I-16 yesterday, causing traffic backups—Georgia State Patrol has been contacted to learn about the driver’s condition. WJCL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man wanted for a May shooting on Congress Street turned himself in to police and investigators are looking into his connection to the incident. WTOC 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WTOC won the Emmy for best morning newscast for smaller markets after its coverage of Savannah’s 200th St. Patrick’s Day at the Southeast Emmy Awards in Atlanta on Saturday — the win shows the crew’s hard work and local talent. WTOC 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of Coastal Georgia offers Y Readers, a free afterschool program helping Chatham County kindergarten through third grade students build reading skills if they read below grade level. The program runs until June 25 and is supported by Georgia Power. WSAV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Savannah City Council unanimously approved an ordinance banning urban camping in public spaces at Thursday’s meeting—defining camping as using public space for living and allowing police to seize property after a warning—and set a 90-day review to assess its effectiveness; some members expressed concern the measure could worsen challenges for homeless residents. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Residents of Chatham County can begin making cooling assistance appointments today at 7 p.m. by calling 912-721-7910—clients must meet income guidelines and bring required documents when they visit the EOA Cuyler building at 618 West Anderson Street. WSAV
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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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Adoption Event at Petco
12-2 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Discover adorable pets ready for a forever home at this bi-monthly adoption event.
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Sunday Compline Service
8-8:30 p.m. — Christ Church Anglican — Free entry — Experience a serene candlelit worship service focused on reflection and meditation through the ancient liturgy of Compline.
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4th of July Fireworks Dinner
6-9 p.m. — Lavender Rooftop Kitchen & Bar — $30 and under — Enjoy a Spanish inspired dinner with panoramic views of Savannah's fireworks.
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