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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At Fort Stewart on Friday night, over a thousand people enjoyed a free Salute to Summer concert—featuring Quavo, DJ Rock, and Chase Rice—where fireworks and music honored service members and brought the community together. WJCL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Savannah Police are searching for two missing teen girls—Asia Lampkin, 15, and Lael Porter, 14—who were last seen together at about 3 a.m. Friday on the 1700 block of New Castle St. WJCL
- ➤ Savannah Police reunited a child found unattended at Suds Laundromat on Skidaway Road early Friday morning — they had asked for public help to identify his parents. WJCL
- ➤ Savannah Police are searching for two missing teens—15-year-old Asia Lampkin and 14-year-old Lael Porter—who were last seen together at 3 a.m. in the 1700 block of New Castle St and are asking anyone with information to call 911. WTOC 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, a bright fireball streaked across Georgia's sky and was recorded by NASA when it traveled at 30,000 mph from above Oxford and broke apart 27 miles above West Forest. A rock fragment hit a house roof in Henry County, and officials are still reviewing the event — its mid-air energy release was equivalent to 20 tons of TNT. Savannah Morning News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Savannah City Council approved a five-year strategic plan Monday that sets public safety as its top priority. The plan—known as Savannah GPS—will guide city decisions through 2030 and use real-time data dashboards to allow residents to track progress and provide feedback. GPB News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph’s/Candler celebrated 150 years of serving Savannah as the Sisters of Mercy took over a small hospital in 1875—anniversary events began on Friday, June 27 with a commemorative book and plans for future growth. The regional health system remains true to its founding mission while expanding services to meet local needs. Savannah Morning News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Nerf Gun Summer Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — Savannah Martial Arts — Price available upon inquiry — Engage in an action-packed adventure at our Nerf camp designed for kids ages 5 to 12.
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Savannah Comic Con
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Savannah Convention Center — Ticket cost varies — Celebrate the 11th year of Savannah's original Comic Con with vendors, special guests, and more.
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Adoption Event at Petco
1-3 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Discover lovable pets looking for forever homes and help make a difference in their lives.
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Sam Morrow Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — District Live at Plant Riverside District — Check website for price — Experience the soulful sounds of indie folk with Sam Morrow.
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Open House at 27 Dunnoman Drive
1-3 p.m. — 27 Dunnoman Drive — Free entry — Explore a charming 4 bed, 3.5 bath home with modern farmhouse flair in Bradley Point.
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USATF National Junior Olympic Championships
All Day — Savannah State University — Check for registration fees — Experience the thrill of junior athletic competition in a vibrant community event.
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Brian Kelley Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Tickets required — Catch the anthemic sounds of DIAMOND-selling superstar Brian Kelley as he performs his hits.
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Red Hot Chili Pepper 5K
6:15-8:30 p.m. — J F Gregory City Park — Entry fee applies — Heat up the track at this fun 5K run supporting Family Promise of Coastal Empire.
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