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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Leopold’s Ice Cream celebrated its 106th anniversary with a Saturday block party that brought the Savannah community together despite summer rain—attendees enjoyed dancing and special treats while owner Stratton Leopold thanked locals and Lieutenant John A. White, a World War II veteran, cut the birthday cake and welcomed $2 scoops as a celebration treat. WJCL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A boil water advisory in Savannah led officials to close chemically untreated splash pads on Saturday in neighborhoods including Hudson Hill, Live Oak, Victory Heights, Avondale, Hull Park, Tatemville, Forest Hills and Crusader. Splash pads at Ellis Square, Forsyth Park and Savannah Gardens as well as pools at Daffin Park, Tompkins Regional Center and W.W. Law Regional Center remained open—city officials confirmed their safety and hours. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Savannah City Council approved a rezoning plan for Highlands—covering a 9.8-acre site for new apartments and retail—after a close 5-4 vote at Thursday's meeting amid concerns over traffic and school delays. Mayor Van Johnson has five days to act on the decision before the rezoning takes effect. WJCL
- ➤ The city of Savannah lifted the boil water advisory for customers east and south of Garden City after tests found no coliform bacteria—customers in west Savannah and surrounding areas must continue boiling their water until further notice. City staff will test samples through this morning to confirm water safety. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ A report released on August 4 by the UGA Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems and the Pew Trusts said Georgia should plan ahead for natural disasters by creating a new state Office of Resilience—this would help the state prepare for flooding, drought and extreme weather while echoing efforts in neighboring South Carolina. The Current
- ➤ The City of Savannah lifted the boil water advisory for areas east and south of Garden City after Friday’s water tests, but residents in The Highlands, near Savannah Hilton Head International Airport, Pooler, and other areas must boil their water until test results come in later today—city crews began testing after noticing cloudy water. WJCL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Federal data shows COVID-19 cases are rising with the stratus variant causing a razor blade sore throat and increased emergency visits amid low flu and RSV numbers. Health experts advise Savannah residents to spend time outdoors and avoid crowded indoor spaces during high heat—since gathering indoors may lead to illness—while vulnerable people should discuss booster timing with their doctor. WJCL
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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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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.
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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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