Good morning, Savannah.

The City of Tybee Island invited locals to paint fire hydrants with coastal or patriotic designs in celebration of America’s 250th birthday, with applications accepted until June 15 & the project planned to run until July 4.

Savannah’s Annual Peach Week kicks off today through June 20 as 24 local restaurants offer peach-inspired dishes and Pearson Farm accepts pre-orders of fresh Georgia peaches; half of the proceeds support CURE’s work for children with cancer and their families.

Today, HunterMaclean, a top business law firm with offices in Savannah and St. Simons Island, earned its first ranking in The Legal 500 US 2026, recognized in General Commercial Disputes (Mid-Market) and mergers and acquisitions (Middle-Market) while Litigation head Allan Galis was named a recommended lawyer.

Savannah Center for Photography will open on June 26 (featuring a community darkroom, gallery, and workshops) to give local photographers a fresh creative space.

E. Shaver Booksellers in Savannah was ranked No. 9 on USA Today’s top 10 indie bookstores last week.

The historic store at 326 Bull St hosts regular author events (including Lost in Translation Book Club today at 6:15 p.m.) and themed book clubs that add a local charm to the community.

The City of Savannah Office of Municipal Archives & History partners with Live Oak Public Library to seek presenter proposals for Savannah GenFest 2026 scheduled for Oct.

16-17. The event offers talks, workshops, poster presentations & info tables to help residents explore local genealogical resources.

Savannah State University honored 40 young alumni for leadership, professional achievements and community service as part of its Under 40 program.

The award event will be held later this year to celebrate the honorees and boost alumni engagement.

MCG-Savannah has partnered with St. Joseph’s/Candler to offer a case-based learning course where first-year students interview patients to build early clinical skills.

The program runs twice-weekly sessions and expanded from 40 to 50 students for the upcoming cohort, highlighting a growing local partnership.

The Georgia Ports Authority’s Ocean Terminal renovation in Savannah reached 55% completion last week to boost capacity to 1.75 million TEUs with new berths, an expanded container yard and improved truck access — the second berth is set for late June.

Grow Initiative Georgia is offering free health screenings to underserved residents today, testing for high blood pressure & glucose levels with plans to add cholesterol checks soon.

Volunteers explain long-term health risks and share resources to tackle barriers to care in our community.

Southern Living named St. Simons Island Georgia’s top beach town and ranked Tybee Island (known as Savannah’s Beach) No. 4 in its top 50 list, offering visitors warm water, long stretches of sand, and a taste of history for summer outings.

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.

La Legitima Live Band

9:00 p.m. — 201 Lounge Savannah — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of vibrant live music with La Legitima Band in Savannah.

Platinum Dance Collective

— July 6-9 — Savannah Convention Center — Registration required — Experience a vibrant dance competition showcasing talent from across the nation.

The Instructional Leadership Institute with Principal Kafele

9 AM-4:30 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Savannah Airport — Cost information not provided — Strengthen your instructional leadership and create actionable plans to support teachers and enhance student outcomes.