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Monday, October 13th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Pearson Farm, a fifth-generation peach and pecan farm in Fort Valley partnered with dozens of state restaurants to raise $22,180 for CURE Childhood Cancer during Savannah Peach Week, Atlanta Peach Week, and Atlanta PeachFest. Peach Week began in Savannah in 2022 and expanded to Atlanta in 2024—adding extra donation sources for CURE—while the fundraiser shows growing statewide support. Savannah Business Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, SPEROS celebrated 41 years of innovation by unveiling its new, custom-designed technology showcase facility — built in collaboration with Felder & Associates — to highlight future business technology and reinforce its commitment to client success. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ Thomas & Hutton promoted Roby Morgan to Savannah Survey Group Leader today after more than 30 years of surveying experience on projects for local municipalities and the Georgia Department of Transportation. The company also celebrated Wright Powers’ retirement as part of the announcement. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ Today, Judge Realty—celebrating its 20th anniversary—is the exclusive commercial leasing agent for over 6,600 square feet of prime retail and restaurant space at The Emma James at Savannah Harbor on Hutchinson Island. The space is expected to draw upscale restaurants that offer views of the riverfront. Savannah Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Champion Oso won the annual Wiener Dog Races at Plant Riverside District on Saturday—coming back from last year’s loss—to kick off Oktoberfest and continue a cherished River Street tradition that draws families and visitors to Savannah. WTOC 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SouthCoast Health will hold a job fair on Oct. 17 at its Savannah campus — interview sessions run from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the event invites enthusiastic job seekers to apply for clinical roles on site. Savannah Business Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Nor’easter that brought rainy, gloomy weather to Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry moved out by Sunday night, leaving clear skies and rising temperatures from the upper 50s this morning to the upper 70s this afternoon—conditions expected to continue through the week until a cold front may approach early next week. Meanwhile, a tropical disturbance in the Central Atlantic will likely develop into a tropical depression by midweek but is expected to stay far from the U.S. WJCL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, public health departments in the Coastal Health District offer the updated COVID vaccine for the 2025-26 respiratory virus season—supplies are limited so residents should call to confirm availability. The Pfizer vaccine is approved for use in individuals 5 and older. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ Godley Station Dental led today's Stroll Southbridge Live Well Series — a community health event linking oral care to overall wellness — where Dr. Matthew Allen explained how proper dental care can spot early signs of other illnesses, especially in older adults. The event brought Southbridge residents together with local wellness experts to ask questions and learn more. Savannah Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oso won the 2025 Weiner Dog Races — the spirited contest saw several pups compete and drew local dog lovers to the event. WTOC 11
- ➤ The Georgia High School Association approved a new playoff format for the 2026-27 season that seeds teams using power rankings instead of regional standings — the change will give region champions a top-16 spot and favor teams from tougher areas. Richmond Hill coach Matt LeZotte said the measure is expected to benefit competitive teams by better reflecting regular season performance. Savannah Morning News
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Savannah Tribute to Jimmy Buffett
7:30-9 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — $ — Celebrate the return of cheeseburgers and beach vibes with a night of live music and tropical fun.
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Humane Society Fall Fair
12-4 p.m. — Humane Society for Greater Savannah — Free entry — Celebrate fall with a pumpkin patch, food trucks, and adoption specials for pets.
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Kevin Gates Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Tickets from $64 — Catch the energetic performance of Kevin Gates in Savannah, GA.
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Jordan Davis Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Enmarket Arena — Tickets available — Experience the rising country star Jordan Davis live in concert.
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