Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of September.
Good morning, Savannah.
Savannah-based Parker's Kitchen is expanding into Florida with its first store opening in Yulee in late October at 75970 William Burgess Blvd. The company plans to open 12 locations & a truck stop by the end of 2027 as part of its 50th-anniversary growth strategy.
WTOC won several awards at the Georgia Association of Broadcasters ceremony, earning station of the year for Small Market TV and honors for its mental health coverage & community service projects that showcase its local excellence.
Savannah station WJCL 22 earned eight awards from the 2026 Georgia Association of Broadcasters for its work in journalism, videography and original programming, including honors for breaking news and feature stories.
Savannah State University recognized 40 Under 40 honorees on Saturday in the Student Union Ballroom.
The group honors SSU graduates including entrepreneurs and educators selected through a competitive nomination process for their significant impact on careers and community service.
Beloved sea turtle Ossie was released into the Atlantic today after three years of care at Tybee Island Marine Science Center, marking his return to the wild.
Georgia residents will turn their clocks back on Sunday, Nov.
1 at 2 a.m. local time as devices update automatically and manual adjustments may be needed for older clocks, while a federal bill could eventually make daylight saving time permanent though no change will take effect until then.
Savannah City Council approved a $686,000 contract for repairs to Grayson Stadium’s grandstands to fix significant concrete deterioration.
The council also rededicated Heritage Place Apartments after a $24M renovation (preserving 88 affordable units) in historic Cuyler-Brownville.
Realtor.com data showed that in June, Chatham County home prices dropped 1.5% from $339,950 to $335,000, affecting local buyers (and sellers).
The figures offer a clear snapshot of the residential market trend.
Talyn Taylor (the rising receiver) had a breakthrough game for the Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday, recording 110 yards and a touchdown on four catches in a 41-13 win over Oklahoma.
Coach Kirby Smart praised Taylor's play and confirmed his growing role in the offense.
Driver's License Clinic
Need help getting your suspended driver’s license reinstated? Georgia Legal Services Program and its partners are hosting a free Driver’s License Clinic for eligible Georgians on Thursday, Oct. 22. The clinic will provide legal support to help eligible individuals better understand their options for addressing a suspended driver’s license.
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