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Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At approximately 4:57 a.m. on Aug 19, a house fire displaced a family of four at the 2300 block of Coakley Street in Savannah—firefighters controlled the flames and notified the Red Cross for help. WSAV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jennifer Underwood of Guyton was arrested and charged with murdering her husband Johnathan Underwood when his body was discovered at a home on Pine Street just before 4 p.m. on Tuesday—police say she may face additional charges as the investigation continues. WJCL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country singer Dierks Bentley will perform in Savannah tomorrow at Enmarket Arena at 7:00 p.m.—he will share the stage with special guest Zach Top and The Band Loula. WTOC 11
- ➤ The 35-acre land—site of the historic Weeping Time slave auction—is up for sale or lease and is being promoted for industrial development. Preservation advocates ask city, county, and state officials to protect the site so its history is kept alive. WJCL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah State University renamed Tiger Court Residence Hall as Bostic Residence Hall on Tuesday to honor former student and Army veteran Melvin Bostic who died during a campus fundraiser in 1972—family, friends, and alumni celebrated his legacy. WTOC 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Supporters are urging state and local officials to act as Olympia Café faces closure if its lease is not renewed due to a state law. The iconic restaurant—famed for its blue and white awning and having lost owner Nick Pappas in May—will be forced to relocate by the end of the year unless proposals submitted this week help save it. WSAV
- ➤ A new traffic signal on US 80 near Westside Boulevard will be activated Tuesday, August 26 if weather permits and is located near the entrance to Westside Business Park and Priya Circle, close to exit 102 off interstate 95—its installation by a developer included updated medians and message boards to help guide drivers. Motorists are advised to slow down and follow posted work zone directions. WTOC 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ticket sales are open for the 2025 SEC Volleyball Tournament in Savannah at Enmarket Arena from November 21–25. Sixteen SEC teams will clash over five days of play — fans should secure all-session tickets to catch every serve and spike. Savannah Chamber of Commerce
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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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Slush Fest
12-8 p.m. — Two Tides Brewing Co. — No entry fee — Celebrate summer with over 30 frozen slushies and tropical vibes.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Soul & Flavor Food Truck Fest
12-6 p.m. — Eastern Wharf — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of culture, cuisine, and community at the 2nd Annual Soul & Flavor Food Truck Fest.
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