Saturday, November 2nd, 2024

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Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Savannah, homeowner Greg Pettiford invested over 80 hours in creating an elaborate Halloween display, contributing to the community's festive spirit. WJCL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cazare Cooper, a 19-year-old suspect in the Ellis Square shooting, was denied bond at a telephonic court hearing. WSAV
- ➤ Evil twin Wi-Fi networks pose a threat to personal and financial information, with protective measures including verifying network IDs, using VPNs, and avoiding public Wi-Fi. WJCL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting concludes in Georgia and South Carolina with over 50% of Georgia's registered voters and over a million in South Carolina having already cast their ballots. WJCL
- ➤ Savannah received a $9.9 million grant from the Safe Streets for All program, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to implement traffic safety measures and support the city's Vision Zero initiative. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Georgia witnesses a record early voting turnout with over 50% of voters participating, highlighting increased voter enthusiasm for the 2024 presidential election. WTOC 11
- ➤ A Georgia county is urgently working to distribute over 3,000 delayed absentee ballots before the upcoming election. WJCL
- ➤ Georgia residents are advised on necessary ID for voting, finding polling locations, and Election Day hours for Nov. 5. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Chatham County Voter Registration Office offers in-person absentee ballot drop-off until 7 p.m. on Election Day, November 5th. WTOC 11
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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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Idaho Steelheads vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates Hockey Game
Experience a thrilling hockey game while supporting the Telfair Museums and contributing to the enrichment of the local community through art and education.
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Whose Live Anyway? - Improv Comedy Show
Experience 90 minutes of hilarious improv comedy featuring current cast members from the Emmy-nominated show 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?', with audience participation encouraged.
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Tech Tuesday Networking Happy Hour
Experience an evening of connection and collaboration among technology enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all backgrounds.
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Culinary Fusion Festival: Embrace Global Tastes
Experience a vibrant celebration of global flavors through diverse food stalls, cooking demonstrations, and cultural showcases that bring communities together.
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