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Savannah
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Operation Patriots FOB continues to support local veterans as it relies on community backing—volunteers and donors help fund essential programs that offer care and resources. WTOC 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Business leaders and local organizations have partnered with the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, SEDA, and the United Way of the Coastal Empire to accept donations for federal workers serving without pay amid the government shutdown—supporting TSA agents, FAA staff, air traffic controllers and Customs officers in nearby counties. Federal employees needing support can email the United Way to be connected with available help. Savannah Chamber of Commerce
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The SCAD Savannah Film Festival is underway, drawing Hollywood icons, student filmmakers and alumni to Savannah for a week of screenings and celebrations+ Spike Lee was honored Tuesday with the Legend of Cinema Award, and today the Global Shorts Forum begins at the SCAD Museum of Art at 2 p.m. featuring a film linked to SCAD and local broadcaster WJCL 22. WJCL
- ➤ The SCAD Savannah Film Festival returns to town this week—bringing Hollywood to the Hostess City and marking a family tradition for actor Miles Teller, who first appeared when his film 'Rabbit Hole' was shown fifteen years ago. His grandmother, Leona Flowers, said the event reminds the family of cherished memories—while the red carpet will feature stars like Will Arnett and Joel Edgerton. WJCL
- ➤ Savannah will host many Halloween events for families and adults—each event offering a mix of fun and scares. On Oct 30, the Savannah Impact Program will hold a trunk-or-treat at 2005 Waters Ave and a 'Villains and Vixens' show at the Green-Meldrim House at 6:30 p.m.; on Oct 31, another trunk-or-treat, the SPD Blue Light Fright Night at 1710 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, and a Boo-fest at 295 Police Memorial Drive will take place, while the Deadly Disguise Interactive Murder Mystery Experience runs at the Rainbow House until Nov 1 and the play 'Tiny Beautiful Things' runs from Oct 30 to Nov 9 with discount tickets available. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Savannah residents are turning their homes and yards into spooky Halloween displays that add festive touches to neighborhoods—many are using skeleton themes and creative lighting to celebrate the holiday. Savannah Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah Area Chamber Vice President of Member Services Tina Hinson Mock addressed about 50 FBLA members at the South Effingham High School chapter’s officer induction ceremony—students, parents, advisors, and community leaders celebrated the new officers and discussed their goals for the coming year. Mock emphasized how FBLA helped shape her personal and professional growth. Savannah Chamber of Commerce
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Savannah will host an open house at Bull Street Library from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on November 3 to gather public input on a project to improve road safety along 37th Street between Bee Road and Ogeechee Road — the project, backed by a $9.9 million grant, will upgrade traffic signals, sidewalks, crosswalks, and bike lanes. WSAV
- ➤ Government shutdown has left 1.4 million low-income SNAP recipients in Savannah at risk of losing November benefits if federal funds are not restored by Friday—local farmer Joe King warned his produce might spoil and SNAP shoppers like Andrea Norwood may have to rely on food pantries if aid is cut. Savannah Morning News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The CHSA Loan Fund received a $1M investment as a five-year loan from the Erich and Hannah Sachs Foundation to support urban housing efforts and address heirs' property issues in Chatham County. Executive Director Anita Smith-Dixon said the low-cost capital will fund construction financing—an approach praised for improving housing opportunities. WTOC 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Savannah will host the Allstate SEC Volleyball Tournament at Enmarket Arena from November 21–25. Sixteen SEC teams will compete for the conference title and games will be broadcast on ESPN and the SEC Network. Savannah Chamber of Commerce
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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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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.
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Ari Lehman at Nightmare Weekend
Photo Ops — Savannah Convention Center — Not specified — Meet the original Jason Voorhees and grab collectibles at the event.
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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.
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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.
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