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Savannah
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Pooler say flooding worsened after developers raised the Outpost Bay build site by 3 to 4 feet, which diverted water onto nearby properties—city officials briefly halted work and arranged a meeting with the developer to address concerns. WJCL
- ➤ Parker’s fueled a community golf tournament that gave back to local schools—donating funds to support education. WTOC 11
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ It has been one year since seven people died when a gangway collapsed on Sapelo Island during a cultural day festival—leading to the cancellation of the event—and local attorneys are discussing moving the wrongful death lawsuit from Gwinnett County to McIntosh County as the community continues to grieve. WTOC 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Savannah’s Municipal Grand opened in July after transforming a 1960s bank building into a boutique hotel with 44 rooms and lively bars — including a rooftop pool deck and an underground venue — while Southern Living named it a must-visit spot. Savannah Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Parker's Fueling the Community Golf Tournament raised funds to support Savannah-Chatham Co schools by giving money to local education programs. The event boosted support for schools - a gesture that promises to benefit students in the region. WTOC 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rising ocean levels are making freshwater saltier and researchers are studying how this change affects alligators. Benjamin Angalet, a master’s student at Kennesaw State, caught gators with a rod and reel and took tongue samples to test salt effects — his work may explain why some small alligators struggle to grow. GPB News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting fiscal year 2028, states with SNAP error rates above 6% must cover extra costs for food assistance and may cut benefits—Georgia’s error rates range from 14% to 16%—which could reduce help for roughly 300,000 people and lower child nutrition for about 96,000 children. WSAV
- ➤ The Housing Authority of Savannah plans to demolish the old Yamacraw Village and build new affordable housing, but the demolition review is on hold because of the federal government shutdown. Residents still living in the 1940s units and leaders at Bryan Baptist Church worry about safe relocation and potential building damage—officials promise priority placement and vouchers for affected families—while community discussions continue. WSAV
- ➤ Chatham County Tax Commissioner Sonya L. Jackson received the Presidential Award from the Savannah NAACP on Friday, Oct. 12 for her leadership in public education and county operations—her honor reflects a commitment to public service. Savannah Business Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Long Co. Health Department and South Georgia Health System have partnered to offer a free mobile mammogram event for local women — a service planned to boost early breast cancer screening. The event will provide a key opportunity for preventive care in the community. WTOC 11
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Savannah Wine Dinner Experience
6-9 p.m. — The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa — $150 — Indulge in a 5-course meal perfectly paired with exceptional wines while enjoying stunning river views.
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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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Savannah Halloween Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Mint to Be Mojito Bar and Bites — Tickets required — Celebrate Halloween with costumes, contests, and a spirited crawl through downtown Savannah.
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Jo Koy Live Stand-Up Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Tickets available — Experience the relatable and humorous stories of comedian Jo Koy as he brings laughter to Savannah.
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Savannah Halloween Bar Crawl
4-10 p.m. — Barrelhouse South — Ticket price varies — Experience a thrilling two-day bar crawl filled with spooky cocktails and festive fun.
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TobyMac Live Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Limited seating — Experience a personal concert as TobyMac plays his album from start to finish with stories behind the songs.
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Biopharmaceutical Applied Statistics Symposium (BASS) XXXII
— Nov 3-5 — Embassy Suites by Hilton Savannah Historic District — Registration required — A premier forum for biostatistical application in pharmaceutical research and public health.
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Third Annual Southern Supply Chain Summit
10 AM – 4 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Savannah Airport — $225 – $275 — Engage with industry experts on supply chain solutions and workforce development.
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Hostess City Food & Wine Fest
3-6 p.m. — Eastern Wharf — $99 — Experience a delightful showcase of Coastal Empire cuisine and beverages against the scenic backdrop of the Savannah River.
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Hadestown Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Tickets from $93 — Experience the Tony award-winning journey of love and sacrifice in this captivating musical adaptation.
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