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Death & Co Team Plans Luxury Hotel With a Killer Lobby Bar in Savannah
Hospitality group Midnight Auteur is a partnership between the team behind famed NYC bar Death & Co. and the Ramble Hotel in Denver. After a successful venture in Colorado, the group is headed south to open Municipal Grand in Savannah at 132 East Broughton Street. Located in the former First...
Curious cat Kurtis Schumm is Palmetto Bluff's Artist in Residence for April
For many folks, starting a new project leads to a dead-end road and an overload of unused craft supplies. For artist Kurtis Schumm, beginning a new endeavor is as simple as chasing after the distinct feeling of “what if.” “They say curiosity killed the cat,” Schumm said, “and I think as long as...
Early voting for May's state and local primaries begins next week. What you need to know
With the completion of Georgia's Presidential Preference Primary election, the jam-packed election year now moves to a slate of state and local races in May. On the ballot next month: state legislators, county commissioners, and general elections for nonpartisan races such as various judge positions. The advance voting period for...
Three Georgia cities getting $156 million for rooftop solar in low-income communities
“Solar is the cheapest form of electricity and one of the best ways to lower energy costs for American families,” said John Podesta, senior advisor to President Biden for international climate policy.
Missing in Savannah: Police searching for 15-year-old girl who disappeared
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Above video: Your Monday headlines. Police in Savannah need your help finding a missing teenage girl. Irayonna Smith, 15, has long black hair and brown eyes. If you see her, call Savannah Police SVU at 912-651- 6742.
Warming trend ahead with highs forecast to jump into the 80s
A warming trend will push highs in the upper 70s and low 80s in the days ahead. Highs in Savannah should touch the low 80s on Wednesday. The milder weather will continue to close the work week on Thursday and Friday. The next chance of spotty showers will hold off...
Woodville Tompkins named one of the best schools in America
SAVANNAH, Ga (WSAV)- A local high school has received a huge honor, and this is not their first year receiving the recognition. Woodville Tompkins Technical and Career High School has been named one of US News and World Report’s Top High Schools in America for the 10th year in a row.
Emily McCarthy’s Next Era
From a small stationery endeavor to a glistening new storefront on Victory Drive, Emily McCarthy + Company continues to reinvent and inspire. EMILY MCCARTHY’S EPONYMOUS lifestyle and clothing brand all started — like many things do — with a passion. A graphic designer by trade and a...
Bluffton man takes home $150,000 Powerball prize. But don't tell his wife yet
BLUFFTON, S.C. — Above video: Your Tuesday headlines. A Bluffton man is a big winner after landing a $150,000 Powerball prize. But he's not telling everyone quite yet. Not even his wife. "I’m going to surprise her," the unnamed man recently told South Carolina Education Lottery officials. He...
He’s “Just Pete,” and he’s coming to Savannah in May
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Actor, comedian, writer, producer, and of course, King of Staten Island, Pete Davidson is coming to Savannah’s Johnny Mercer Theater on May 4 for his latest work of comedy genius — The Prehab Tour. As a former Saturday Night Live front-runner, Davidson is no stranger to being in the comedy spotlight […]
500-pound white shark pings off the coast of Georgia
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Above file video: How can you tell the difference between a dolphin and a shark?. College spring breakers aren't the only ones visiting Georgia's coast this week. As tens of thousands are expected to stop by Tybee Island over the weekend, a 500-pound tourist is also...
Leilani Simon's mother files for custody of surviving children
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTGS) — Billie Jo Howell, the mother of Leilani Simon, has filed a petition for custody of Simon's surviving children amid a looming murder trial for the death of Quinton Simon. On Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022, in Savannah, Georgia, Quinton was reported missing. Nearly a week later,...
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