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Savannah State University holds 25th-anniversary scholarship gala
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Savannah State University held its 25th scholarship gala Saturday at the Mariott Riverfront. Each year, the gala allows the community to support Savannah State students who need financial assistance to achieve their degrees. The room was filled with supporters of Georgia's first historically Black colleges. Leaders...
SCAD exploring future of O-House dorm, potential plans include increase in bed count
The signature Savannah College of Art and Design dorm on Oglethorpe Avenue's west end, known for its colorful doors and midcentury features, may undergo a transformation. A SCAD representative met with City Manager Jay Melder and Director of Planning and Urban Design Bridget Lidy on Feb. 7 about the potential for a new two-building, 700-bed dorm complex, according to a meeting invite and project blueprints obtained by the Savannah Morning News via an open records request.
Richmond Hill residents react to growth ahead of candidate forum
RICHMOND HILL, GA — Richmond Hill, one of the fastest growing cities in our region, is becoming a leading attractive place to live. Long-time residents say their city needs to adjust before it’s too late. Bryan County is transforming into one of the hottest real estate markets in Georgia. More people are moving to Richmond […]
WTOC’s Aria Janel wins top prize while Dancing with the Savannah Stars
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Friday night was the big event for Dancing with Savannah Stars!. 10 community stars took to the stage dancing with professionals dancers in the competition at Victory North. WTOC’s Aria Janel took the top prize tonight, but the real winners are the kids that Brightside Child...
Bethesda Academy football team receives state championship rings
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Bethesda Academy football capped off a historic season with a state championship back in November, the only Savannah-area team to be crowned state champions in 2024. The Blazers held its ring ceremony Sunday to celebrate its first-ever state title in program history. "Just be able to...
Former Groves High School employee indicted for child molestation
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A man has been indicted for inappropriate contact with a student while he was an employee at Robert W. Groves High School in Garden City. According to court documents returned Wednesday, Elliott Brown allegedly made comments to a female student, under the age of 16, about her body and what he […]
In Session: Prosecutors try to exclude expert testimony in trial of former Savannah Police officer
This column is part of a weekly round-up of notable grand jury indictments and court decisions, following through on cases reported by Savannah Morning News public safety reporter Drew Favakeh. If there are cases you're curious about, email Drew atAFavakeh@Gannett.com. Attorney for Octavio Arango files motion to include expert testimony.
Hyundai’s Metaplant is in Georgia. Here’s why it’s buying Texas solar
On Earth Day this year, Hyundai Motor Group and key suppliers announced a huge power purchasing agreement, saying it would buy enough solar power to “support sustainable manufacturing” at its Georgia Metaplant and other U.S. factories. But aside for a few solar panels on its Bryan County carpark, none of that renewable energy is being produced — or used — in Georgia.
Historic Savannah Foundation's 2024 Preservation Awards
Historic Savannah Foundation, a leading nonprofit, cultural institution, dedicated to saving the buildings, places and stories that define. Savannah‘s past, present and future - honored 2024 HSF Preservation Award winners on May 2,2024. In addition, HSF President Sue Adler presented Jeff Walker the Volunteer of the Year Award.
Southwest Middle bomb threat evacuation has cleared
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV)- Southwest Middle School was evacuated, and a large police presence is was on campus due to reports of a bomb threat. According to a Chatham County Schools spokesperson, a bomb threat was called into the school Thursday morning, and it was evacuated while campus police and Savannah Fire Department search the building. […]
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...
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