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Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The LB3 Foundation is hosting the 10th Annual Back to School Celebration of Life event—Pack The Park—at Forsyth Park today from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. in memory of Lawrence Bryan III who was killed in a shooting almost ten years ago, and Savannah students and their families will enjoy giveaways, contests, line dancing, and live entertainment. WJCL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Talmadge Memorial Bridge is closed for inspection after a crane hit its underside on the Savannah River—officials are rerouting southbound U.S. 17 onto Hutchinson Island, closing river traffic, and reporting no injuries. WJCL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Leopold’s Ice Cream in Savannah released its new August seasonal flavors—Peach, Birthday Cake, Choclate Raspberry Swirl, Vegan Strawberry, Vegan Vanilla, and Strawberry Lemonade Sorbet—to help customers beat the heat; the flavors are available through nationwide shipping. WSAV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Franklin James (16) turned himself in to Savannah police on Thursday for his role in the July 2 Oglethorpe Mall shooting that killed one woman and injured three others; he will face charges including felony murder, aggravated assault, and firearm possession offenses. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Two brothers — Jamond and Jatwone Reid — were arrested by the Chatham County Police Department in connection with the July 25 homicide on Highway 204 near Interstate 95 that killed 25-year-old Tre’von Moorer and face charges of murder and aggravated assault. WSAV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Forsyth Park fountain, built in 1858, was dismantled in June and is now undergoing restoration by Robinson Iron in Alexander City, Ala—with hundreds of pieces receiving detailed cleaning and repair. Savannah City Council approved the $650,000 project in May—with plans to reassemble the iconic landmark by the end of the year. The Current
- ➤ Visitors at the Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah can ride a locomotive from Friday through Sunday at the top of every hour between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.—call 912 651 6823 for schedule updates. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.—located at 655 Louisville Road. WSAV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school coaches in Effingham County are following safety guidelines as extreme heat forces schedule changes — the GHSA rules use the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature to decide when outdoor practices must pause. Athletic director Jake Darling explained his county uses the Perry Weather System to alert coaches when to move indoors and add extra water breaks. WSAV
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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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Adoption Event at Petco
12-2 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Meet adorable pets seeking forever homes and get involved in animal rescue.
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Monster Jam
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling monster truck action and stunts live.
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Monster Jam
1-2:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Cost info not provided — Experience adrenaline-pumping thrills with massive trucks and spectacular stunts.
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