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Monday, July 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ First Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church celebrated its fourth Gospel on the Greens event Sunday evening at Forsyth Park—featuring live music, dancing, and the distribution of over 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies while 50 gift cards were given to local teachers to help kids prepare for the school year. WJCL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Savannah Police said one man was significantly injured in a shooting on Sunday in the 1300 block of Eisenhower Drive—police hold a suspect in custody as they continue their investigation. WTOC 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is expanding with four new gates under construction and passengers already noticing improved security—more daily flights and additional airlines are planned as the region's tourism grows. Travelers will see these changes continue with further renovations expected next year. WTOC 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah Chatham County schools are preparing to open in less than two weeks as Superintendent Dr. Denise Watts outlined major changes for the new school year—teacher pay will rise three percent with an additional $500 grant, aiming to boost district competitiveness. She also stressed improving literacy, nutrition, and attendance for students. WTOC 11
- ➤ Effingham County School District will hold open house meetings starting July 31, where families and students will use the new Opengate Weapons Detection Systems — designed for quick and safe entry—at their respective campuses. Students and staff will return to class on Aug. 6 and are asked to follow the new safety process at events and school entry points. Savannah Morning News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Savannah has seen above average rainfall this hurricane season, raising concerns as FEMA's 2018 flood maps do not match current flood risks from new development. City officials and emergency managers (including local flood plain experts) are using real-time sensors and additional mapping tools to pinpoint vulnerable areas while awaiting updated data. Savannah Morning News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Chatham Area Transit is changing some fixed routes, with Route 5 running every two hours on Saturdays and no service on Sundays. Route 11 will get new stops, Route 14 will run every 45 minutes on Saturdays, and Route 28 will add extra peak-hour buses—updates meant to improve service. WTOC 11
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chef Jacob Barlow became the new executive chef at Pacci Italian Kitchen on March 3 and changed the menu to mix fresh Southern flavors with classic Italian dishes. He will add brunch in early August and release new dinner dishes in October—menu changes inspired by his farm roots—to give locals a taste of home. Savannah Morning News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Greyson Prokopi, a 17-year-old armwrestler from Richmond Hill, won three national titles and earned a chance to represent the US at the IFA World Championships in Baku this fall. He trains at the YMCA in Savannah and his family started a GoFundMe campaign to help cover trip costs+ he hopes to become the best in the sport. WJCL
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2025 Carolinas/Mid-Atlantic Summer Conference
8 AM - 5 PM — The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa — Registration required — Engage with pest management professionals for three days of education and networking.
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Artful Tales Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Jepson Center & Telfair Children's Art Museum — Free entry — Ignite creativity through captivating stories in an art-filled environment.
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Southeast Crab Feast
1-3:30 p.m. — Lake Mayer Park — Ticket required — Indulge in all-you-can-eat blue crabs with music in a family-friendly setting.
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49 Winchester Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Victory North Savannah — Tickets available soon — Experience a night of live music with 49 Winchester in Savannah.
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Adoption Event at Petco
1-3 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Discover pets seeking loving homes and learn about making a difference in their lives.
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Cajun Culinary Festival
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Savannah Convention Center — Prices vary — Enjoy a taste of authentic Cajun and Southern cuisine with a variety of flavorful dishes.
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Artful Tales Storytime at Telfair Children's Art Museum
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Telfair Children's Art Museum — Free — Ignite creativity and imagination through enchanting storytelling in an art-filled space.
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Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
6-10 p.m. — The Kimpton Brice Hotel — Ticket price includes dinner — Enjoy a hilarious interactive murder mystery experience while dining.
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Dierks Bentley Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Cost info not provided — Ol' Country's comin' to town with supporting act Zach Top.
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Artful Tales Storytime
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Jepson Center & Telfair Children's Art Museum — Free entry — Ignite creativity and imagination with captivating storytelling for young art lovers.
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