Good morning, Savannah.

People of Action Caring for Kids runs an annual summer social in Savannah to support its program that provides free prepared meals to dozens of schools in Chatham County—Executive Director Malina Stone said all proceeds raised help feed more than 5,600 kids in the area.

Families are still struggling after ICE arrested 475 workers from the Hyundai megasite on Thursday; Ana Victoria Ramos—daughter of one of the detained workers—said her father, who worked in construction at the site, remains unreachable.

Aujawan Hymon, 20 from Savannah, was indicted on Friday by a federal grand jury for illegal possession of a machinegun with an extended magazine and conversion device—he was linked to a July 2 shooting at Oglethorpe Mall where investigators recovered the modified weapon.

Savannah Arts Academy students walked out of class and marched to Tiedemann Park to protest gun violence in schools.

Student activist Zoe Wagner led the protest—joined by state legislators urging lawmakers to reinstate an assault weapons ban to protect students.

The Tybee Marine Science Center released two-year-old sea turtle Westie into the ocean after raising him from a hatchling—he swam away as the center watched his farewell to captivity.

Chatham County Commissioners voted 6—2 to amend HB756 that changes the CAT board structure despite a pending lawsuit challenging the county's authority to alter state law.

The move is meant to regain local majority control over public transit and is part of the county’s constitutional duty—legal challenges continue in court.

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.

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.

2025 Global Business Summit

9 AM – 1 PM — World Trade Center Savannah — Registration required — Explore global business opportunities at this inaugural summit in Savannah.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.