Good morning, Savannah.

On August 14, a woman rescued herself and her 3-year-old after their car nearly drowned in floodwater in Savannah—she said she did not think they would make it out.

A Savannah man—Nicholas Kassotis—was found guilty of murdering and dismembering his wife after her remains were discovered on Dec.

2 at a hunting club in Liberty and McIntosh counties and he was sentenced to life in prison without parole plus 25 years.

Tropical Storm Erin is forecast to strengthen into the season’s first hurricane today and become a major hurricane this weekend—models show it will turn west-northwest and bring dangerous rip currents to the Southeast Coast next week.

Savannah City Hall reopened on Thursday after extensive interior restoration that updated historic spaces while preserving original marble, mosaics and woodwork.

The event began with an open house for council members at 10 a.m., public tours at noon and a City Council meeting at 2 p.m.—the first meeting in the restored chamber honored the project team.

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.

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.

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.

Adoption Event at Petco

12-2 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Meet adorable pets seeking forever homes and get involved in animal rescue.

Shabazz Seafood Festival: Labor Day Weekend

12 PM - 6 PM — Shabazz Seafood Restaurant — Payment required for platter — Enjoy a delicious seafood platter featuring fish, shrimp, and crab this Labor Day weekend.

Slush Fest

12-8 p.m. — Two Tides Brewing Co. — No entry fee — Celebrate summer with over 30 frozen slushies and tropical vibes.

Monster Jam

1-2:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Cost info not provided — Experience adrenaline-pumping thrills with massive trucks and spectacular stunts.

7th Annual Oatland Island Wildlife Center Nature Photography Competition

Photography competition and exhibit — Submission deadline August 15 — Oatland Island Wildlife Center — GNPA members only — Celebrate coastal nature through the lens of talented photographers.

Road Safety Conference in Georgia

8 AM - 12 PM — Marriott Savannah Riverfront — Check website for registration fees — A gathering of professionals focused on improving safety and environmental standards in the workplace.

August Networking Mixer at Blue Edge Studio

12-3 p.m. — The Offices at 300 Drayton — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs, business travelers, and creatives at this vibrant networking event.