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Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 912 Day celebrations in Savannah, created in 2021 as a nine-day event, drew crowds to Friday’s porch party at Live Oak Public Library and featured a daily social media scavenger hunt that linked residents to local landmarks. Today, residents can join the Patriot Run in Forsyth, and on Sunday they will take part in the Sips at the Station fundraiser at Ardsley Station — all parts of an event celebrating the city’s unique spirit. WTOC 11
- ➤ A group of people protested ICE ride-alongs outside the Chatham County Courthouse in Savannah yesterday morning—carrying signs to voice their concerns. WSAV
- ➤ United Way of the Coastal Empire launched its 2026 campaign on Thursday at the Savannah Convention Center, setting a $5.2 million goal for its Community Fund to support direct assistance, nonprofit grants and literacy programs. Campaign chair Ryan Chandler and local businesses helped raise over $800,000 during the initial phase (pacesetter campaign) to boost support for those in need. Savannah Morning News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ ICE agents arrested about 475 people at a Hyundai megasite in Bryan County on Thursday as part of a multi-month investigation into illegal employment practices involving many subcontractors—most of the arrests were Korean nationals sent to the D. Ray James Correctional Facility in Folkston. Savannah Morning News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, a cozy independent bookstore in Savannah — E. Shaver, Bookseller — is ranked No. 7 on USA Today's 10BEST list on National Read a Book Day and is the only Georgia store to earn this national honor. The historic building, dating from 1842 and operating as a bookstore since 1975, continues its long legacy under new management. Savannah Morning News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Heartwood at Richmond Hill held a ribbon cutting for The Preserve at Heartwood luxury apartments on Thursday afternoon on Heartwood Avenue near Exit 82 on I-95 South. Construction began in 2023 and will finish later this week — the 302-unit complex offers screened-in porches, a fitness center, and a dog park while 40% has been leased. Savannah Morning News
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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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2025 Global Business Summit
9 AM – 1 PM — World Trade Center Savannah — Registration required — Explore global business opportunities at this inaugural summit in Savannah.
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Yachtley Crew Concert
8-10 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theatre — Tickets starting at $202 — Experience the Titans of soft rock in a night of nostalgia and high-energy entertainment.
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The Frank Callen Classic Pickleball Tournament
4-8 p.m. — Chatham Racquet Club — $100 entry — Compete in a thrilling pickleball tournament while supporting the Frank Callen Boys and Girls Club.
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Oktoberfest Celebration 2025
12-8:30 p.m. — Service Brewing Co. — Special beer releases — Celebrate the start of Oktoberfest with German-style beers and delicious food.
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Mario Live Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of R&B artist Mario as he performs live.
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Savannah Oktoberfest 2025
4-11 p.m. — Pour Larry's — Ticket required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with drinks, food, and live music at a top bar venue.
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7th Annual Oatland Island Wildlife Center Photography Competition
3 PM — Oatland Island Wildlife Center — Entry fees applicable — Celebrate coastal nature with a showcase of stunning photography.
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Savannah Georgia Interest Night
6-8 p.m. — Rivers and Glen Trading Co. — RSVP encouraged — Explore forest management and conservation efforts for American Woodcock with guest speakers and a whiskey tasting.
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