Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of October.
Good morning, Savannah.
On Saturday, National Weather Service crews confirmed three tornadoes in Screven County — including an EF0 near Captolo and an EF1 near Ogeechee Creek that caused tree damage and a mobile home impact — and crews will finalize reports on another likely tornado in eastern Bulloch County later this week.
Savannah Tech + USI showcased a new 12-week drone training program on Oct.
8 at Crossroads Campus, offering hands-on experience for students seeking FAA-certified careers.
Today, the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education renewed Savannah Classical Academy's charter for eight years while keeping its enrollment cap at 640 students (board members explained the cap remains as the school has never reached its limit despite a steady waitlist).
New federal rules now exempt unintentional habitat damage from penalties under the Endangered Species Act, and critics say this change risks local species such as the right whale, eastern hellbender and red-cockaded woodpecker.
Experts warn that fewer protections could speed the decline of these important Georgia species.
The FDA has recalled over 122,000 cases of 28-ounce Gatorade containing undeclared Yellow No. 6 and Yellow No. 5 dyes, including Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Zero, Orange and Orange Zero, and consumers in Georgia are advised to check these products today — this action will help avoid potential health risks.
High school football games on Friday, Oct.
9 produced diverse scores across Savannah — teams competed in close contests in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry as final scores were recorded.
High school football games in the Savannah area were adjusted as Hurricane Isaias prompted early starts in Week 8.
Calvary Day, Benedictine, Savannah Christian, and SE Bulloch posted wins and notable players set the stage for upcoming matchups — adding excitement to the season.
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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