Good morning, Savannah.

My Veterans Place Savannah celebrated five years of service on Friday at Tom Triplett Park with a ribbon cutting alongside the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce.

The nonprofit received a $20,000 grant from VyStar Credit Union Foundation to support local veterans, service members and their families.

Behind the Badge offers Savannah residents an inside look at local policing and invites community members to learn about the roles of officers + the initiative aims to foster trust and transparency in law enforcement.

Rincon and Richmond Hill are hosting early Independence Day celebrations today.

In Rincon the Freedom Rings event starts with a parade at 10 a.m. and continues with music and fireworks, while Richmond Hill’s festivity at J.F. Gregory Park will include live music, vendors and a classic car show.

As the nation nears its 250th anniversary, Tybee Island Light Station near Savannah serves as a living link to early history & guides mariners into the Savannah River.

Operated by the Tybee Island Historical Society, the museum welcomes visitors daily except Tuesday.

The Davenport House Museum now displays a Wish Wall with three murals on Habersham Street to mark America’s 250th birthday; residents and visitors can sign the wall through July 10 + the exhibit is part of a national initiative celebrating Civic Season.

United Way of the Coastal Empire honored local reading volunteers (Read United Buddies) who support second-graders in Chatham County with one-on-one reading help during a celebration in Savannah, thanking them for their community connections and consistent support in moving children from learning to read to reading to learn.

City testing on June 18 and again this week confirmed that Tybee Island beach water is clean and safe for swimming — helping residents plan their day at the beach as officials continue regular monitoring.

Savannah is bracing for extreme heat today with temperatures expected to reach 95 degrees and tomorrow likely to hit 98 degrees.

Residents can find cooling centers, splash pads, and public pools open today and tomorrow at locations such as Tompkins Regional Center (2333 Ogeechee Road) and Victory Heights Park (E. 41st Street) around town.

A 250-pound female loggerhead turtle named Wilbur was rescued from a Tybee roadway marsh by marine science center staff & local biologists on Friday; they cooled her with water and wet towels before returning her to the ocean while collecting an egg for genetic study.

Due to dangerous heat, Savannah opened a cooling center, splash pads and pools today — helping residents beat extreme temperatures at designated community sites.

CareSource’s planned 20% reimbursement cuts will force local clinic Tender Ones Therapy to stop accepting patients with the insurer from August, leaving special-needs children like three-year-old Joanna Lopez without vital therapy—Savannah lawmakers voiced deep concerns over the impact on vulnerable families.

A local nursing residency program earned national accreditation, recognizing its high training standards (a milestone that boosts confidence in its patient care approach).

The achievement showcases the program’s dedication to excellence in Savannah.

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.

Savannah Steel vs. Jacksonville Waves

7-8 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Check out the thrilling matchup between local favorites Savannah Steel and Jacksonville Waves.

BIG AWESOME IMPROV COMEDY

8:30-10:00 p.m. — Front Porch Improv: Savannah's Home for Comedy — General admission — Enjoy a night of hilarious unscripted comedy with audience suggestions at this beloved Savannah venue.

Savannah Steel vs. Jacksonville Waves

2-4 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Cost information not available — Catch a thrilling match as Savannah Steel takes on the Jacksonville Waves in an exciting sports showdown.

International Conference on E-Learning for Professional Development

July 14-15 — Savannah, Georgia — Registration required — Engage with global leaders and innovators in e-learning and professional development.

Live Music Social Hour

5:00 – 6:30 p.m. — Sprout Momma — Free entry — Connect with local singles while enjoying live music in a relaxed setting.

Bluey's Big Play

6-7 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Tickets required — Experience the beloved Heelers in their first live theatrical adventure with imaginative puppetry.

One Night Only: Average Joey

8-9:30 p.m. — The Wormhole Neighborhood Pub & Music Venue — $21+ — Experience high-energy standup from Average Joey, known for raw life experiences and relatable humor.