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Sunday, August 24th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chris Doborwicz has taken over as commanding officer of Savannah's Salvation Army and said the organization will recalibrate its programs to better meet the community's urgent needs amid limited staffing and resources—he plans to assess services and build a new Center of Hope on Montgomery Street. Savannah Morning News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Savannah police are investigating a fatal shooting on LaRoche Avenue—details remain scarce as the department asks anyone with information to call CrimeStoppers at 912-234-2020. WJCL
- ➤ A Savannah man was indicted on murder charges for his suspected role in a fatal fentanyl overdose in 2023—law enforcement has not shared further details. WTOC 11
- ➤ Jovi Reeves, a 15-year-old girl from Richmond Hill, left her home between 12:30 and 7 a.m. Saturday—she was reported missing by Bryan County authorities. WJCL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah-Chatham County Public School System opened a new career technical and agricultural education facility at Groves High School that offers an aviation maintenance and logistics program funded in part by $335,485 from Gulfstream Aerospace—$2.6 million was used to update the building to meet state education standards. Savannah Morning News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tybee Island, researchers from the UGA Skidaway Institute of Oceanography are using LiDAR technology with drones to map the beach and dunes as they work to protect coastal areas from rising seas and storms—data shared with the Army Corps of Engineers will guide future renourishment efforts. The Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Chatham County Commission voted 6-3 on Friday to pass a resolution nullifying a state law that replaced the board of Chatham Area Transit, saying the new board is unconstitutionally created—commissioners led by Chairman Chester Ellis aim to reinstate the former board. The Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Healthy Savannah is showing the documentary Chocolate Milk today at Georgia Southern University's Armstrong Campus in the Student Union Ballroom—doors open at 2:30 p.m.—to mark Black Breastfeeding Week. The 90-minute film will be followed by a 45-minute discussion on improving breastfeeding support for Black mothers. Savannah Morning News
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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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Catfish Derby & Riverfest
1 PM - 12 AM — River Street Savannah Georgia — Free entry — Celebrate local culture with fishing competitions and live music from popular artists.
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Adoption Event at Petco
1-3 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Meet adorable pets looking for their forever homes and learn how you can make a difference.
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