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Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A vigil has been set up in the Liberty City community for a person who died in a house fire — local officials said community members are welcome to attend the memorial. WTOC 11
- ➤ Communities across Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry will host holiday tree lighting events with upcoming dates including Savannah on Nov. 28 and Brunswick on Nov. 29—several more are set through early December. WJCL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Weird Al Yankovic will perform his 'Bigger and Weirder Tour' at the Enmarket Arena on June 3, 2026—tickets go on sale Friday, Nov 21 at 10 a.m. with special guest Puddles Pity Party. WJCL
- ➤ Christmas on the River presented by Hyundai will start this week along Savannah’s historic waterfront with festive events including a Christmas Market running November 20—December 31 and a Lighted Boat Parade on November 29. The events will feature live holiday performances and family celebrations designed to bring festive cheer to the community. WJCL
- ➤ Savannah transforms for the holiday season with a lighted boat parade, ghost tours, and festive events at historic theaters — and decorated squares and museum tours that create a magical backdrop. The city's unique celebrations give locals a Christmas spirit that stands apart from anywhere else. Savannah Morning News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 1, Georgia's new SNAP work rules took effect, requiring able-bodied adults without dependents to work 20 hours weekly and narrowing exemptions for caretakers to those caring for children under 14. The policy change is expected to reduce benefits for thousands—including 45,000 in Chatham—while local agencies and the City of Savannah provided food boxes to support affected residents. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ The Tybee Island Police Department joined Logan’s List, a voluntary database that lets neighbors register details about residents with special needs to help officers respond better to calls. Family members can register their loved ones on the city website to share useful information with officers. WTOC 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Healthy Savannah is urging residents, faith communities, and local businesses to donate the top 10 nutritious foods to area food pantries during the holiday season and throughout the year—this call comes as nearly 1 in 6 households in Chatham County face food insecurity, with over 60% of local students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ LeapFrog’s latest study rated the safety of 79 Georgia hospitals from A to F—Savannah’s Candler Hospital earned a D while St. Joseph’s Hospital earned an F. The review examined factors like preventing medical errors and infections to help patients choose safe care options. Savannah Morning News
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2025 SEC Volleyball Championship - First Round
10:59 a.m.–12:29 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Cost info available for group sales — Witness the competition as all 16 SEC Volleyball teams battle in the championship relaunch.
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Talki Foundation Diabetes Initiative 5K/10K
8-10 a.m. — Howe 2 Run — Registration fee required — Run for a cause benefiting diabetes awareness and support for insulin-dependent individuals.
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theatre — Tickets from $74 — Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Mannheim Steamroller's festive classics in an enchanting holiday performance.
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2025 Turkey Trot
8-11 a.m. — Daffin Park — General admission — Run a festive 4-mile course in costume on Thanksgiving morning.
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Metal Fest 2025
3-10 p.m. — Two Tides Brewing Co. — Free entry — Celebrate 5 years of metal with an all-ages music fest.
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Savannah Lighted Boat Parade
7-9 p.m. — The Park at Eastern Wharf — Free entry — Experience the sparkle of holiday cheer with over 40 boats adorned in festive lights on the Savannah River.
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12 Days of Christmas Celebration
10:34 a.m. - 5:34 p.m. — Tybee Art Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with food and festive activities in a Candy Land theme.
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Joe Bonamassa Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time.
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Enmarket Bridge Run Health and Wellness Expo
3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. — 660 E Broughton St, Savannah, GA — Free entry — Engage with thousands in a vibrant health-focused environment at this community wellness event.
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Noche de las Velitas Celebration
9 PM - 3 AM — 201 Lounge Savannah — Ticketed event — Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Noche de las Velitas with music and good energy.
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