Good morning, Savannah.

Over 1,200 soldiers, civilians, and community members set a U.S. record at Fort Stewart by completing a 12.4-mile ruck march that began at 2 a.m. and required carrying weighted rucksacks for the official Danish Flyver March badge (the event is expected to become an annual tradition).

Parker's Kitchen is set to build a new store in the Heartwood community of Richmond Hill as local growth continues.

Site plans have been submitted and the design phase is underway (council approved the project on April 7), with construction timelines yet to be set.

A cattle farmer in Effingham County warned that temporary tariff relief on imported beef starting Sept.

1 could hurt American production, noting the U.S. herd is at a 75-year low and urging consumers to buy directly from local farmers.

Georgia Power approved its contract for OpenAI's planned $20 billion data center in Effingham County after a Georgia Public Service Commission review; the deal is expected to yield $950 million in annual savings for customers starting in 2029.

The agreement includes customer protections and awaits further local and state approval.

Nine HBCUs will perform at the Big HBCU Battle of the Bands & Fan Fest at Theodore A.

Wright Stadium in Savannah on Sunday, Sept. 13. The event begins at noon with food trucks, live music and vendors while performances start at 4 p.m., showcasing drumlines, dance routines and school pride.

Parents and staff at Jenkins High raised air quality concerns after weeks of AC issues + suspected mold exposure led to symptoms, and the school is testing classrooms today with results expected early next week.

The Social Security Administration released the September payment schedule; Supplemental Security Income checks will be mailed Tuesday, Sept.

1 in Georgia while regular benefits are set for Sept. 9, Sept. 16 and Sept. 23.

Bethesda defeated Savannah Christian 32-28 on Friday, Aug.

28 in a tight game that was selected as the game of the week in Savannah.