Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of August.
Good morning, Savannah.
Loved ones will honor first lieutenant Tyler Feehan, a Georgia soldier killed overseas, with a memorial service tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. at Woodstock Funeral Home and a public gathering Friday at 11 a.m. near Williamson Brothers BBQ on Marietta Highway—ensuring his legacy lives on.
The Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce hosted its first Black Business Expo at the Savannah Convention Center on Saturday, drawing over 3,000 community members and 150 vendors to celebrate Black business and entrepreneurship.
The event featured live performances, panels, and networking & aimed to boost local business growth.
Guerry Lumber announced its commitment to sponsor 100 local children through the P.A.C.K. weekend food assistance program (for the 2026-2027 school year) and its employees will volunteer monthly to help pack and distribute food in the community.
Savannah Bee Company is showcasing one of the world's rarest honeys + produced from local beekeeping traditions.
The product highlights Georgia’s unique agricultural heritage and offers a taste of time-honored quality for the community.
Abigail Leaventon Jewelry gained national acclaim as founder Abigail Leaventon was named a finalist for the 2026 Halstead Grant.
The honor recognizes her craftsmanship and business strategy, and she plans to expand her gallery and retail partnerships while continuing to design pieces in her Savannah studio.
Archive photos from the 1960s show Savannah's sit-ins and daily community life — from rallies to local celebrations that marked historic change.
The snapshots capture moments like concerts, speeches and parades that highlighted the city's resilience and culture.
Massie Heritage Center is gathering stories and memorabilia from former students, teachers and families as it prepares this fall to celebrate 170 years at its historic site on Taylor Square — the initiative aims to capture the school's lasting legacy.
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women Fashion Show (theme: Start with Yourself, Rise-Speak) was held Saturday, Aug.
1 at the Otis Johnson Cultural Arts Center. The event showcased innovative designs that celebrated community creativity.
Residents and visitors can join the Savannah US250 Scavenger Hunt along Bull Street through historic squares and 1776-inspired challenges, culminating at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug.
10 in Johnson Square to mark 250 years since the first public reading of the Declaration in Savannah.
SCAD donated tens of thousands of art and classroom supplies to over 50 Savannah-Chatham County Public School System art educators today — a record effort that expanded collection sites and brings needed resources to local classrooms.
Sen. John Ossoff and challenger Rep. Mike Collins will take part in a live Senate debate at Assembly Atlanta's production facility on Thursday, Oct.
8 at 7:00 p.m. EDT; dedicated pre- and post-debate shows will air at 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. EDT on WTOC & digital platforms.
Savannah earned the highest possible credit rating on Aug.
5 when Moody's upgraded its issuer and general obligation bonds to Aaa. City leaders say the rating reflects strong fiscal management and robust economic growth, paving the way for future infrastructure investments.
St. Joseph’s Candler — now a teaching hospital — will launch a new program to train medical students in the Coastal Empire.
The first class will begin practicing on July 1, 2027 as state lawmakers work to address doctor shortages.
Tinsley Ellis Acoustic Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Live at Plant Riverside District — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of one of electric blues-rock's finest guitarists.
Selwyn Birchwood Concert
8-11 p.m. — District Live at Plant Riverside District — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of award-winning blues guitarist Selwyn Birchwood.
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