Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of September.
Good morning, Savannah.
Hundreds of first responders, military, and civilians along with their families gathered at Enmarket Arena today for the 4th Annual Savannah Professional Firefighters 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb as they climbed 110 flights of stairs to honor the 343 firefighters lost in the 9/11 attacks.
The Living Vine, a local maternity home supporting mothers and babies since 1996, will host its free 30th Birthday Celebration on Saturday, Sept.
26 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 535 E. 54th Street with activities, sweet treats, and a birthday giving campaign for the community.
Visit Savannah’s Public Relations team joined leaders & Mayor Van Johnson for Hotel Orielle’s midnight debut last night.
The reimagined Autograph Collection property features a new rooftop experience, local art, and a refreshed culinary program led by Executive Chef Johnny Salaverria.
Visit Savannah won a national Innovation Award from the U.S. Travel Association at ESTO 2026 last week in Philadelphia.
The agency partnered with LoveShackFancy & Saks Fifth Avenue on a sold-out capsule collection inspired by local landmarks that earned over 237 media stories and $1.3 million in media value.
Visit Savannah celebrated a major Los Angeles Times destination feature published Monday, Sep.
7 that showcased local attractions including Zunzibar, Hotel Bardo, and historic tours. President Joseph Marinelli said the coverage highlights the city's vibrant charm and culinary talent.
The 2nd Annual Watersville Station Fall Festival will run Saturday, Oct.
10 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Watersville Station Farmers Market in Brooklet, where visitors will ride hayrides with Mr. Lloyd Strickland and explore a lil’ haunted house along with live music, food and crafts.
Labor Day weekend travel saw record-high gas prices as the national average reached $4.14 per gallon while Savannah experienced prices at $3.96 (AAA reports).
Many drivers still hit the road despite steep costs amidst rising crude oil prices.
Nancy McCarthy, a third-grade teacher at Susie King Taylor School, uses interactive activities to foster a love of reading and boost her students' confidence (she emphasizes participation to help every child shine).
ATF agent George Jusino and his K-9 Harry demonstrated how to spot suspicious packages to students at Royce School in the Highland Park neighborhood on Thursday, showing the importance of alerting teachers when uncertain items are found.
The exercise aimed to build safety awareness among neurodiverse learners.
Visit Savannah’s senior leadership team met on Jekyll Island on Sep.
7 to build teamwork and plan for 2027 (led by CEO Joseph Marinelli) and welcomed incoming chairman Whip Tripplet with Jekyll Island Authority’s Mark Williams sharing key economic and tourism updates for the city's future growth.
Georgia DOT contractors will begin single-lane closures on the Talmadge Memorial Bridge from Sept.
10 through Sept. 25 to survey and inspect ahead of a cable replacement project. Motorists should plan extra travel time and use alternate routes (weekday closures run from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in one direction).
A Savannah woman founded Fight Like Capone to help families cover canine cancer treatment costs after her dog, Capone, passed away.
The nonprofit holds 501(c)(3) status (funds are sent directly to vets) and will host fundraising events and share-it nights.
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