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Sunshine today with seasonal afternoon temperatures
Savannah, Ga. (WJCL)- Dry weather for today and it will be warm with highs in the upper-80s to lower-90s. There will be some clouds this morning then mostly sunny throughout the afternoon. The forecast is looking mainly dry through the end of the week, but there is a slight chance...
Video: Choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres On MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at the Goodman
Watch as MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres describes why she's excited to be a part of this highly anticipated world premiere production and how the secrets in Savannah's soil inspired her work. "I love when dance allows you to see what's on stage clearer." said Birl-Torres.
How Georgia is training workers to make EVs at Hyundai’s massive Metaplant
Both Joe Biden and Donald Trump have said that if they occupy the White House come January, America will be making more things in America. But who will have the skills to do those jobs? For our Jobs IRL series, Marketplace’s David Brancaccio traveled to Georgia and examined three efforts to develop the abilities workers from all walks of life will need to expand the U.S. manufacturing base. Today, a look at how the largest economic development project in Georgia’s history is working to fill those ranks.
Officials give summer car safety advice as temperatures continue to rise
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - About 37 children die each year after being left in a hot car, according to the CDC. That’s about one every 10 days. It’s an issue doctors and police officers in our area say is a real threat, as we face extreme temperatures every summer.
Annual Precious Gems Cotillion celebrates young woman in our community
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - For months, young Ladies in our community have been receiving guidance and mentorship in academic, cultural and community environments. This weekend, they will be celebrated at the annual Precious Gems Cotillion. Nicole Fields is the President of the organization that created the training program for girls...
Not as hot through the middle of the week!
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Afternoon highs reach the upper 80s to lower 90s during the afternoon hours. We’ll be much drier today with just about a 10 percent chance of rain along the afternoon sea breeze. We’ll start Wednesday in the lower 70s again followed by highs in upper...
With United Methodist ban on LGBTQ clergy lifted, some in Savannah have new world of opportunity
Cale Hall was confirmed at 13 years old at Wilmington United Methodist Church, and in seventh grade he would spend his time at parent pick-up pretending he was a preacher. Hall would go on to earn a master’s degree in both theological studies and theology and is pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Emory University’s Candler Theological Seminary in Atlanta. A lifelong member of the United Methodist denomination, he is now a member at Trinity Church on Telfair Square, where he serves as Clinical Pastoral Education Resident.
Doctor highlights importance of male checkups during men’s health month
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - June is Men’s Health Month a time of the year when those of us who are not always great about paying attention to our own well-being are encouraged to do so. While it can be a challenge to get guys to go see a doctor,...
Data dive: What is ‘affordable housing’ in Coastal Georgia? It depends
What’s “affordable” housing depends on what’s in your wallet. But zoom out to all of coastal Georgia, cross-reference a federal guideline and it shows most four-person families can “afford” housing ranging from zero up to about $2,300 per month. For a family of four,...
A Coastal Canvas: Artist Charissa Murray
The swaying trees and gentle breeze from the nearby ocean sweep across the wooden deck of the Tybee Oaks, a funky collection of locally owned stores right off Tybee’s main road. The first store featured is what Charissa Murray calls “The Shop.” It’s the culmination of her dream to display her art featuring her love and appreciation for her home, Tybee Island.
Local music teacher named educator of the year
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A local music program that nurtures young talent and fosters a love for music is taking a couple of months off while schools are out. But it is still a big and busy summer for its founder. Dr. Ruthe Albright started the Savannah Music Academy in...
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