Good morning, Savannah.

Pooler held its first drone show Saturday to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, drawing a crowd that enjoyed food trucks, bounce houses and an 8 Mile Bend Band performance.

Marcus Arbery Sr. released a new book titled Where’s Daddy: The Ahmaud Arbery Story that shares his personal account of loss and a call for active fatherhood—highlighting the importance of family bonds.

Yesterday, the Savannah Pride Center hosted its 9th annual Stonewall at Starland Yard Celebration on De Soto Avenue from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. to honor the legacy of the Stonewall Uprising — drawing thousands of community members, local artists, and vendors.

A United Way study shows that a family of four in Georgia needed over $77,000 (2024) to cover essentials, and nearly 44 percent of households have struggled to afford rising expenses like gas and electricity.

Residents in Savannah see similar challenges as fuel prices increase.

More than half of Georgia teachers now use AI for classroom planning, with 95% using it a few times a year and nearly 90% saying it helps lessons.

A Savannah teacher uses AI to create escape room games for student learning while many educators warn about over-reliance harming critical thinking.

In 2025, volunteers with the Tybee Island Sea Turtle Project Dawn Patrol relocated loggerhead sea turtle nest number 6 on Tybee Island & supported ongoing efforts to protect the species.

Sen. Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms held a campaign rally on Saturday, June 27 at Kehoe Iron Works (Trustees’ Garden) in Savannah to launch their statewide coalition effort.

Local elected officials, business owners and community members gathered in Savannah to share personal stories (ahead of speeches) as Ossoff and Lance Bottom took the stage at a 2026 rally.

The event emphasized local voices and community connection.

A Google-backed Debug program proposes to release 32 million non-biting sterile male mosquitoes over two years in Florida and California to reduce disease spread as West Nile virus concerns persist; officials advise Savannah residents to protect themselves with insect repellent and by removing standing water.

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.