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Savannah
Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WJCL and P.A.C.K. are hosting the annual Toys for Teens Drive to support local teenagers in need. The event is set for Wednesday, Dec. 10 at the P.A.C.K. facility — on Mall Terrace, just off Waters Avenue, with donations accepted from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. WJCL
- ➤ Eastern Wharf is hosting free holiday events this December at 101 Port St. Families can enjoy holiday concerts on Thursdays at 6 p.m., Santa's Grotto open daily through Dec. 20 and Sundays with Santa on Dec. 7 and 14 from 3-5 p.m. while donating canned goods to Second Harvest. The Savannah Tribune
- ➤ Canady’s Heating, Air, Plumbing launched its sixth annual drive on Dec. 1 to collect new coats for kids age infant to 17. Drop-offs are at Belk at Oglethorpe Mall, Canady’s offices on Wilmington Island and Richmond Hill, with coats delivered to United Way on Jan. 6. The Savannah Tribune
- ➤ Senior Citizens Inc. partners with Elizabeth on 37th and Executive Chef Kelly Yambor to deliver local flavors to homebound older adults through Meals on Wheels this quarter — including Red Rice, Five-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese and a Peach and Blueberry cobbler by Pastry Chef Carrie Van Gorder. The Savannah Tribune
- ➤ Mayor Van Johnson officiated a Proclamation Ceremony Tuesday in Johnson Square as Great Dane celebrated its 125th anniversary — marking over a century of local innovation — with a restored 1953 trailer serving as a mobile museum, and President Rick Mullininx noted the legacy built by generations of community partners. WJCL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tybee Island kicked off its festive season on Dec. 3 when Santa arrived at the Info Hut for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting (co-led by Maggie Wright and Liz Hood). A mobile Info Vehicle served complimentary cake pops as residents and visitors celebrated the island's warm spirit. Savannah Chamber of Commerce
- ➤ Archaeologists are using ground-penetrating radar in Whitefield Square to search for human graves that may reveal an enslaved burial ground. The team will map the area in 3-D and report its findings to city officials by year-end (a step to honor Savannah’s past). WJCL
- ➤ ADMI celebrates the Kiah Museum’s 66th anniversary with a new exhibit honoring Virginia and Calvin Kiah’s legacy and the community’s effort to save the historic museum at SSU’s Asa H. Gordon Library—opened Nov. 7 and on display through Mar. 31. The Savannah Tribune
- ➤ On Monday, Dec. 8 students from Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools will perform Lunchtime Serenades on the steps of Massie Heritage School at 207 E. Gordon Street. The musical series continues most weekdays until Friday, Dec. 19 and will move indoors with inclement weather. The Savannah Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savannah Technical College (Savannah Tech) and Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America marked their new apprenticeship partnership as seven students signed up for the Industrial Maintenance Systems Technology program to train three days on site and two days in class at $20.40 an hour before transitioning to full-time HMGMA roles next year. The Savannah Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Dec. 2 marked the new partnership between EOA & Curtis V. Cooper Health Care at 618 Anderson Street. The center offers medical, dental & behavioral care every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and featured a Head Start performance. The Savannah Tribune
- ➤ Andrea Howard, a Savannah resident, reunited recently with the EMTs who saved her life on June 1 after she felt severe heart attack symptoms and was taken to Memorial Health University Medical Center. EMS staff received Great Save certificates — a life-saving reminder — that every second counts in emergencies. WJCL
- ➤ Healthy Savannah has continued funding of CDC’s five-year, $5.1 million REACH grant to promote nutrition, physical activity and breastfeeding support for minority residents in low-wealth neighborhoods. The grant also supports projects including the Truman Linear Park Trail and initiatives such as weekly healthy walks and the FaithWalk. The Savannah Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Katie Rodgers-Hubbard is turning discarded materials into unique wearable art at 2nd Class Fanny inside (The Lite Foot Company) on Bull Street in Savannah. Her monthly drops offer a fresh take on fashion while keeping materials out of landfills. WJCL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Danny Britt marked a record signing day at BC gymnasium on Wednesday as six seniors signed with Division I programs including Notre Dame, Texas Tech, Clemson, App State, and Liberty University ahead of Friday's state semifinal. Savannah Morning News
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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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Harlem Globetrotters Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Enmarket Arena — Tickets starting at $14 — Enjoy a thrilling performance of basketball trick shots and comedy by the legendary Harlem Globetrotters.
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Yoga at Telfair Academy
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Telfair Academy — $20 Drop-In, $15 for Members — Flow through yoga in a stunning Savannah setting guided by an experienced teacher.
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Jacksonville Icemen vs Savannah Ghost Pirates
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Streaming available — Watch the exciting ECHL matchup live or catch the replay on FloHockey.
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Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances
5-9 p.m. — Savannah's Waterfront — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with festive dance and musical acts during Savannah's Christmas Market.
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Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Mint to Be Mojito Bar and Bites — Ticket required — Celebrate the holiday spirit in your ugliest sweater with festive activities and contests.
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Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring 'The Nutcracker' & More
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of winter melodies by candlelight at this festive concert.
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Florida Everblades vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates
7-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Everblades as they take on the Ghost Pirates in an exciting hockey matchup.
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DeSoto Street Holiday Market
11 AM – 5 PM — Two Tides Brewing Co. — Free entry — Last-minute shopping with local vendors and festive tunes awaits.
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