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Savannah
Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local community members are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural events—music shows, art exhibits, and food fairs—that highlight the traditions and contributions of Hispanic Americans, and several gatherings are planned throughout the month. WTOC 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted its 11th annual breakfast at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Savannah on Saturday, celebrating Hispanic culture—community members enjoyed music, dance and speeches about unity and resilience. WJCL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tropical Depression Nine is forecast to move through the Bahamas this weekend and gradually organize into Imelda as it heads north—models show the storm may slow and stall before turning east so that it stays well offshore, which means our coast will mostly face rough surf and rip currents with minimal rainfall inland. WJCL
- ➤ Tropical Depression 9 is moving toward coastal Georgia at 35 mph with expected tropical storm force winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding starting late Monday. The National Weather Service projects that Savannah will see 4 to 6 inches of rain if the storm stalls offshore—factors that could increase coastal impacts. Savannah Morning News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Fifth Third Bank announced that it will open 13 branches in Savannah and Pooler by January to meet growing regional demand — the move marks a major investment in the local market. Savannah Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Gov. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Economic Development announced that Georgia broke tourism records for the third year and ranked No. 5 nationwide for overnight visits—local tourism officials in Savannah urged state senators to boost tourism funding in the Governor's budget for next year. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ The City of Pooler distributed sandbags on September 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 900 South Rogers Street (across from the Fire-Rescue Headquarters), requiring residents to bring proof of residency and a shovel while limiting each household to 10 sandbags. WSAV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Community Health announced today that CMS approved an extension of the Georgia Pathways to Coverage™ program, which has served 15,427 beneficiaries and aims to lower Georgia’s uninsured rate — despite criticism. Savannah Business Journal
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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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Wellness Day @ Tanger Outlets: Sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine
Join us for Wellness Day at Tanger Outlets in Pooler, sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine, in celebration of health, community, and breast cancer awareness. Begin your morning with yoga on the green, enjoy active demonstrations, and explore a showcase of local wellness vendors and healthcare providers, all promoting healthy living and preventative care.
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Wellness Day @ Tanger Outlets: Sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine
Join us for Wellness Day at Tanger Outlets in Pooler, sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine, in celebration of health, community, and breast cancer awareness. Begin your morning with yoga on the green, enjoy active demonstrations, and explore a showcase of local wellness vendors and healthcare providers, all promoting healthy living and preventative care.
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Flute Wine Festival
3-9 p.m. — Forsyth Park Playground — Varied ticket pricing — Indulge in exquisite wines and enjoy live music in a scenic outdoor setting.
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Jon Pardi: Honkytonk Hollywood Tour 2025
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Cost Info Unavailable — Enjoy an evening of traditional country music with Jon Pardi and guests.
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The Po' Ramblin' Boys Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Live at Plant Riverside District — $25 — Experience authentic music that cuts through the noise of modern life.
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