Tuesday, October 29th, 2024

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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NFL Hall of Famer Mike Singletary visits Savannah to support the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives' child safety initiative. WSAV
- ➤ Savannah State University's Homecoming Parade, featuring marching bands and local dignitaries, drew alumni and fans to Downtown Savannah. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Savannah Police issue safety guidelines for Halloween, highlighting do's and don'ts to prevent a double in pedestrian deaths during the festive night. WJCL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia's attorney general engages an independent engineering firm to examine a fatal dock collapse on Sapelo Island that resulted in seven deaths during a Gullah-Geechee nation celebration. WSAV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 25th Annual Great Ogeechee Music & Seafood Festival in Richmond Hill featured food, carnival rides, and live music from Clint Black. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ The Marshall House in Savannah, Georgia, was ranked as the third-best haunted hotel in America by USA TODAY's '10Best,' noted for its historic significance and reported ghost sightings. Savannah Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WJCL 22 News launches 'Teacher Feature' segment to celebrate local educators' significant impact in the classroom and community. WJCL
- ➤ Tracy Brown, a dedicated first-grade teacher at Juliette Gordon Low Elementary, fosters a family-like atmosphere in her classroom while living out her childhood dream. WJCL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia's early voting has reached 56.4% of the total 2020 Presidential Election votes, with a significant participation from women and comparable early voting enthusiasm in neighboring states. WSAV
- ➤ Savannah City Council addresses the challenge of housing affordability, highlighting a 10-year action plan and upcoming construction projects to aid over 21,000 households struggling with housing costs. WSAV
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Halloween Hockey Bash
Celebrate Halloween with a thrilling hockey match as the Orlando Solar Bears face off against the Savannah Ghost Pirates at Enmarket Arena.
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Workshop with Renowned Musicians Mark & Maggie O'Connor
Experience a unique workshop led by acclaimed musicians Mark and Maggie O'Connor, open to the public at no cost.
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Electric Avenue: A Celebration of 80s New Wave & Radio Pop
Experience the vibrant energy and nostalgia of 1980s New Wave and Radio Pop at Electric Avenue in Savannah.
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Hero Fest 2024 at Old Fort Jackson
Celebrate community heroes and engage in family-friendly activities at the annual Hero Fest hosted by the Coastal Heritage Society.
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Día de los Muertos Festival
Celebrate the vibrant Día de los Muertos Festival, honoring life and community with engaging activities and cultural displays.
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Bridal Hairstyling Masterclass with Updos By Jocelyn
Learn essential bridal hairstyling techniques through a hands-on masterclass, featuring step-by-step demos and insights into social media marketing for stylists.
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GSCA 2024 Conference: Empowering School Counselors in Savannah
Experience a day of professional development with keynotes and over 50 sessions aimed at enhancing counseling practices, tailored for school professionals.
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Disco Dance Party: Gimme Gimme Disco
Celebrate the vibrant disco era by dancing to beloved ABBA tracks and other classic hits from the 70s and 80s at this exciting DJ-based dance party.
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Doctor Buzzard's Goodtime Ghost Tour: Halloween Celebration Part Deux
Experience an immersive ghost tour through Savannah, exploring its haunted history and eerie legends, with insights from the acclaimed documentary 'America’s Most Haunted City'.
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2024 Honor Mark 5K, 10K, 5K Ruck & Kids Fun Run
Celebrate the legacy of local hero Mark Edward Hummeldorf through a day of running and community support at the 7th annual #HonorMark event in Savannah.
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