Daily
Savannah
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ During SCAD’s film festival, star Miles Teller visited Savannah Taphouse on Sunday to watch the Eagles and Giants game — staff initially thought his call was a prank until he appeared in person. The visit boosted local business enthusiasm — staff captured a memorable photo and even kept his bar glass as a keepsake. WTOC 11
- ➤ Miles Teller spoke with WJCL 22 News Saturday during the opening night gala screening at the SCAD Film Festival for his new fantasy romantic comedy Eternity—he recalled that in the past he and friends enjoyed late-night karaoke at McDonough's. The film will be in theaters this November. WJCL
- ➤ On Oct. 27, Savannah hosted the Soul Sessions Masquerade Ball (a night of mystery and music) where local artists played live music and wore creative costumes. Organizers said the event celebrated local talent (drawing a big crowd) and added a lively touch to our community. WTOC 11
- ➤ Savannah State University celebrated its annual Homecoming parade downtown as students and alumni filled the streets with blue and orange banners to mark the event. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Director Jon M. Chu received the Vanguard Director Award at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival on Sunday—he said his film Wicked: For Good, a sequel to 2024's Wicked, will hit theaters on November 21. His interview highlighted the film’s fresh take on a classic American story. WJCL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah College of Art and Design was named the top design university in the Americas and Europe by Red Dot Design Ranking after 48 students and alumni won 21 awards — including three Best of the Best honors in fields like fashion, industrial and interactive design. The college said its students have earned over 185 design recognitions since 2014 and was the only American institution in the top five. WSAV
- ➤ Abby Minick, who struggled in school as a child, returned to Savannah Chatham Schools as a fourth grade teacher and finds teaching reading & writing highly rewarding. In her second year, she values the students' independence and cherishes the moments when they learn and play. WJCL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A raccoon in Pooler attacked a family dog on Oct. 21 and later tested positive for rabies, though no humans were exposed and the dog was vaccinated (the Georgia Department of Public Health advises residents to keep pets current with shots). WTOC 11
- ➤ On Oct 27, the Paint the Town Pink campaign held Mammography Day in Savannah as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The SJ/C Mobile Mammography Unit was stationed at the Chatham County Courthouse at 133 Montgomery St, and other sites offered appointments plus a chance to win a staycation prize. Savannah Morning News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ George Atkinson, a Savannah native and Raiders safety known for his hard-hitting role on the Soul Patrol in the 1970s, died in Georgia at 78 as his family informed the Raiders on Monday—he played 144 games and helped the team win its first Super Bowl. WTOC 11
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Shopping, Sips, and Santa
5-8 p.m. — The Fancy Pheasant — $30 tickets — Enjoy festive shopping, sips, and holiday fun while supporting a vital cause against human trafficking.
-
Ari Lehman at Nightmare Weekend
Photo Ops — Savannah Convention Center — Not specified — Meet the original Jason Voorhees and grab collectibles at the event.
-
Eastern Wharf Food Truck Festival
1-6 p.m. — The Park at Eastern Wharf — Free entry — Savor delicious bites from 30+ food trucks while enjoying live music along the riverfront.
-
Mandi Strachota Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Jazz'd Tapas Bar — Entry details not provided — Experience the soulful vocals and captivating songwriting of Atlanta's multi-instrumentalist Mandi Strachota.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You have to go through the slow to find the fast.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Savannah
Welcome to the Daily Savannah, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Savannah, Georgia community. If you like the Daily Savannah, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Savannah.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Savannah and across Georgia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Savannah
A free Savannah community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailysavannah.com/sitemap