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Lock your cars: Uptick in reports of break-ins on neighborhood social media forums
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – With numerous reports of auto break-ins and auto theft in Savannah and surrounding counties, vigilance on the part of you and your neighbors could save you from becoming the next victim. “I left the door unlocked, and somebody came in, opened the glove compartment, dumped it out. They didn’t find anything […]
Juvenile leads deputies on high-speed chase, crashes into Effingham County Sheriff's deputy
A 16-year-old in Effingham County led deputies on a high-speed chase, which resulted in a head on collision involving an Effingham County Sheriff’s Deputy. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday when the juvenile stole a vehicle from a home on Zittrouer Road and from there, the chase ensued. Eventually, the minor collided with a patrol car as the individual was traveling through a roundabout on Highway 17 and Blue Jay Road.
Wawa, which plans to have nearly 30 locations in Georgia, breaks ground in Pooler
Pooler is one step closer to having its Wawa. The convenience store chain broke ground Wednesday at the intersection of Pooler Parkway and Pine Barren Road, after being approved for the location by Pooler City Council in February. The chain expects to complete construction on this location, as well as...
EOA accepting applications to reserve appointment for energy assistance program
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Economic Opportunity Authority is opening registration for those interested in participating in an energy assistance program. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program administered by the Georgia Department of Human Services and operated by the Economic Opportunity for Savannah-Chatham County Area, Inc. is readying to accept appointments from low-income residents […]
Restaurant Inspections: Donut shop cited for using expired ingredients
Here are the Georgia Department of Health's restaurant inspection scores for Chatham County, conducted April 24–April 30, 2024. Scores in each category are listed by most recent inspection date. The Georgia Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Section, conducts regular restaurant inspections to help keep residents and visitors safe. ...
Chatham Co. man indicted for child molestation
CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - A man has been indicted for inappropriate contact with a student while he was an employee at Groves High School in Garden City. Charging documents accuse Elliott Brown of making comments to a student about her body and inappropriately touching her. Brown faces one count...
Reinventing Ronnie's: Construction forces popular Savannah restaurant to hit the road
SAVANNAH, Ga. — The road has been rough and the going has been tough for Ronnie's Restaurant. "It's definitely been a trying time for us." Years of construction along Dean Forest Road and I-16 has proven to be costly for the Savannah restaurant known for its burgers, fries, onion rings and shakes.
Chatham Savannah Authority for the Homeless reports 22.5% drop in Savannah's homeless population
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Savannah's homeless population is down 22.5% from 2023, according to the Chatham Savannah Authority for the Homeless. "It tells us we're headed in the right direction," said Jennifer Dulong, executive director of CSAH. In January 2024, the authority counted 579 people experiencing homelessness. In January 2023,...
Chatham E911 Center employees talk work satisfaction, mental health
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Employees with the Chatham County Emergency 911 Center completed a survey in December 2023. Questions addressed the work environment and their career development. Ninety-six people were employed at the center when the survey was taken. Seventy-eight of those workers completed it. Twenty-nine people left written responses detailing disturbing mental health issues […]
Recently opened restaurants in the Savannah area
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Controversy over proposed community center in Windsor Forest community
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The city of Savannah has had hopes of creating a community center on the south side for years. Now, the question is ‘where will it go’?. Out of the 3 proposed areas, one in particular is getting major pushback. This park is currently 55...
Warmer, isolated afternoon showers & storms
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Wednesday will be a warm one with highs in the mid to upper 80s away from the coast!. The chance for showers increases after lunchtime, starting closer to the coast today. These isolated showers will hang out through the afternoon into the early evening. Patchy fog...
Chatham Co. Tax Commissioner’s Office opens new satellite office in Bloomingdale
BLLOMINGDALE, Ga. (WTOC) - The Chatham County Tax Commissioner’s Office opened up a new satellite office in Bloomingdale Wednesday. It’s located inside of Bloomingdale City Hall. The goal of the new office is to make conducting property tax payments and mobile vehicle transactions more easier for residents in...
How weather affects traffic during hurricane season
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Weather-related factors can significantly influence traffic patterns and congestion, impacting travel times and the efficiency of transportation systems. Traffic congestion during hurricane evacuations remains a significant challenge due to high volume, road closures, limited fuel, weather, evacuation zones and contraflow. We dove deeper into what changes during a mandatory hurricane evacuation.
City of Savannah is misinterpreting its own short-term vacation rental ordinance
Bob Rosenwald is a 10-year downtown Savannah resident. He previously served as the Downtown Neighborhood Association's vice president and its government liaison official. He remains an active DNA member. I contend that the City of Savannah is misinterpreting its own ordinance designed to regulate owner-occupied short term vacation rentals (STVRs) at the expense...
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