Saturday, October 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Leilani Simon will stand trial next Wednesday, accused of killing her 20-month-old son Quinton Simon, whose remains were found in a landfill two years after his reported disappearance. WJCL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Georgia offers varied spooky attractions including haunted houses and ghost tours to celebrate Halloween, with options for all ages and interests. Savannah Morning News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Ports Authority resumed operations after a three-day ILA strike concluded, following a 62% wage increase offer from the United States Maritime Alliance. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Hyundai's Metaplant America in Bryan County, Georgia, celebrates producing its first IONIQ 5 vehicle, marking a significant step in the state's largest economic development project. WTOC 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ogeechee River at Eden is expected to crest at 14.6 feet, marking a significant but manageable rise, avoiding the major flood stage, in contrast to previous events. WTOC 11
- ➤ Savannah, Georgia, forecasts sporadic coastal showers, a cooling trend with various fronts, elevated river levels at flood stages, and updates on tropical storm conditions. WTOC 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former President Donald Trump is set to be the keynote speaker at the NRA's 'Defend the 2nd' event in Savannah to support Second Amendment rights. WTOC 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Savannah Bananas baseball team announces a 2025 tour including 40 cities across 25 states and highlights a ticket lottery for fans. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ The Savannah Bananas will expand their 2025 season to include games in 18 Major League Baseball stadiums and three NFL stadiums, alongside welcoming a new team, the Texas Tailgaters. Savannah Morning News
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Teddy Swims Concert
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2024 International Preservation Trades Workshop in Savannah
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MCA National Mustang Show in Savannah
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DJ Phive Star: SCAD Day Performance
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Candlelit Sunday Compline Service
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Brantley Gilbert: Son of the Dirty South Tour with Jelly Roll & Pillbox Patti
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Brandon Lake - Tear Off The Roof Tour
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Candlelight Concert: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Experience a captivating live music performance featuring Halloween-themed classics performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a unique candlelit setting.
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