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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Savannah native Denae Murray runs Dee’s Deelish Desserts, a business that makes homemade cakes, cupcakes, and gourmet treats for weddings, restaurants, and community events using a mobile dessert cart. After graduating from Spark Savannah, she built her menu with many custom toppings—earning trust as a vendor for special celebrations—and now serves local events with her unique treats. Savannah Morning News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The trial for 20-year-old Jaheim Mitchell in the 2022 fatal shooting of Rashard Kinlaw was delayed after the court granted a continuance because the key medical examiner is temporarily unavailable; no new trial date has been set. WTOC 11
- ➤ A Savannah man, 27-year-old Malik Javier McKenzie, was sentenced to 595 months in federal prison for drug, firearm, and jury tampering charges—his new term will run after a 71-month drug trafficking sentence and an 18-month violation sentence, totaling over 49 years behind bars. WJCL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 3, 700 people attended the dedication at St. James the Less Catholic Church where Bishop Stephen Parkes unveiled a new Italian-imported white marble altar as part of a $3 million renovation. The upgrades—completing the first phase of a $15.5 million campus improvement plan—added updated pews, lighting, and decorative elements to enhance the worship experience. Savannah Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah-Chatham schools had a challenging first day as weather caused a power outage when a tree hit a line, HVAC failures, and bus delays with free meal participation rising by 22%—mold concerns at Charles Ellis Montessori Academy were addressed with a deep clean. Superintendent Denise Watts praised staff efforts and noted that enrollment remains fluid as the district works to fill staffing gaps and adjust the autism program. Savannah Morning News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia's U.S. Senators Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff passed a Senate bill that would allocate $38.4 million for upgrades at Fort Stewart, Hunter Army Airfield and the Savannah Air Dominance Center—additional funds support the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill now awaits approval in the U.S. House before it can reach the President. WJCL
- ➤ The US government filed a lawsuit against Savannah Land Holdings in Richmond Hill for allegedly destroying thousands of Native American artifacts and human remains by not following 404 permit rules from the US Army Corps of Engineers—18 archaeological sites were affected with 80,000 artifacts not properly curated and 3,000 lost. WTOC 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local anglers are preparing to tackle tarpon in the waters off Savannah during the 12th annual John A. Peters Jr. Memorial Tarpon Tournament—today’s mandatory Captain’s Meeting and Dinner is at The Wyld Dock Bar at 6 p.m. Fishing begins Friday and Saturday at 7:30 a.m., with proceeds supporting cancer research and over $80,000 raised since the tournament started. WJCL
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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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