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Sheriff’s Office seeks help locating reported runaway, 16, from Bluffton

BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help locating Cesar Daniel Alamzan Tinoco, 16, who has been reported as a runaway. His family reported him missing. They told deputies they last saw him leaving his Bluffton home around 4 p.m. Tuesday,...

Bluffton, SC · 8h

The Island Packet

Will 163-year-old Beaufort National Cemetery find new home and room to grow in Bluffton?

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hunting for new spots across Beaufort County to expand or replace the landmark 163-year-old Beaufort National Cemetery. One top contender is apparently a 100-acre wooded lot in Bluffton near the May River, about 25 miles away from the current location. That Bluffton property is going for $6.5 million , but local zoning rules currently ban cemeteries, so the owner has been trying to get Beaufort County to change the rules. However, the Beaufort County Council rejected the proposed text amendment in a 7-3 vote Monday, preventing cemeteries within the May River Community Preservation District. Despite the setback, representatives for the property owners intend to explore alternative legislative routes to enable the land sale. Real estate broker John Binder affirmed, “We’re not going to give up.” The urgency for a zoning solution stems from space constraints at the historic 44-acre Beaufort National Cemetery, which is rapidly approaching capacity. Major expansion completed President Abraham Lincoln created the cemetery during the Civil War for Union soldiers who died in local hospitals during the federal occupation following the 1861 Battle of Port Royal. It contains over 18,500 to 19,000 burials spanning every major American conflict from the

Beaufort County, SC · 2d

WSAV News 3

‘Just a wall of water’: Local boaters recall moments of shipwreck

Tybee Island Fire Rescue responded to a sailboat in distress and those on board sat down with WSAV to share what happened.

Tybee Island, GA · 2d

Savannah Tribune

AKA President Jacks Leads First Directorate Meeting in Savannah

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® International President and CEO Charletta Wilson Jacks held her first Directorate meeting after her July installation in her hometown of Savannah, GA November 4th – 7th, 2026. The Board of Directors and International Committee Chairmen gathered for days of purposeful leadership, meaningful service, and memorable sisterhood.

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A Dog Friendly Weekend in Savannah, Georgia

This two day plan shows how to spend a relaxed dog friendly weekend in Savannah, Georgia. Nothing says relaxing like spending a little time with your dog. Spanish moss hanging from old oak trees, quiet garden squares and long walks under the Southern sun make Savannah, Georgia a dream for dog owners. The city is easy to explore on foot, and many patios welcome well behaved pups.

Savannah, GA · 2d

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Army veteran remembered 1 year after deadly shooting

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - As communities honor veterans this Veterans Day, this Veterans Day also marks one year since Army veteran D’Angelo Shaw was killed after celebrating the holiday. Chatham County police said Shaw was shot outside Little Lucky’s Bar/Pub on East Gateway Boulevard shortly before 2 a.m....

Chatham County, GA · 20h

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Savannah High School marching band heads to Orlando for Battle of the Bands

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The sound of drums, brass instruments and school spirit is getting louder as Savannah High School’s Marching Blue Jackets prepare to take their talents to Orlando, Florida. The band is one of just four Georgia high school marching bands selected to participate in the 2026...

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Lane closure planned Thursday on Diamond Causeway near Skidaway Narrows Bridge

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Chatham County will perform maintenance on Diamond Causeway just east of the Skidaway Narrows Bridge on Thursday, Nov. 12, beginning at 9 a.m. The work is expected to be completed within a few hours. Flaggers will be present, and traffic will be reduced to one lane.

Chatham County, GA · 2d

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Cohen’s Retreat to hold annual Pop-Up Party

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - You can get a head start on holiday shopping before Thanksgiving arrives at the 12th Annual Cohen’s Retreat Pop-Up Party November 13-14. The event will include local artisans and makers in a holiday market plus live entertainment, family-friendly activities and lawn games. The first day,...

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FEMA said these Savannah neighborhoods were not flooding. Residents knew otherwise.

For many residents of East and West Savannah, Georgia, downpours leaving driveways and living rooms under water were not news — they were a regular occurrence. But Federal Emergency Management Agency flood models, which power engineering maps and steer where federal mitigation money goes, kept showing their neighborhoods as safe from flooding.

Savannah, GA · 2d

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Lane reopens on I-16 near Pooler following crash, says GDOT

POOLER, Ga. (WTOC) - [UPDATE 11/10/2026 AT 8:30 a.m.] All lanes are clear following a crash on I-16 near Pooler on Tuesday morning, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). [ORIGINAL STORY] One left lane of I-16 eastbound is closed following a crash Tuesday morning, according to the Georgia...

Pooler, GA · 2d

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Georgia Ports Pour $5 Billion Into Savannah and Brunswick as Automakers Pile In

Georgia's ports are getting a $5 billion facelift over the next decade, with five new container berths planned for Savannah and a new Roll-on/Roll-off berth going up in Brunswick, as the state's auto-manufacturing sector keeps expanding. The investment comes as Hyundai, Kia, Rivian and Audi have all staked out ground in Georgia, pushing demand for port, rail and logistics capacity to new heights.

Brunswick, GA · 1d

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Women of St. John’s Church to host Holly Days Bazaar Thursday and Friday

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Women of St. John’s Church will host the Holly Days Bazaar, one of Savannah’s oldest traditions, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, and Friday, Nov. 13, at the Green-Meldrim House, 14 W. Macon St. Proceeds from the bazaar support local...

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GDOT proposes $124 million Highway 21 expansion between Chatham and Effingham Counties

CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — A major expansion could be coming to one of the busiest travel corridors connecting Chatham and Effingham counties. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is proposing to widen more than four miles of State Route 21 from four lanes to six in an effort to address traffic congestion, improve safety […]

Chatham County, GA · 13h

The Island Packet

U.S. 278 widening between Hilton Head and I-95 moves forward. Here's what to know

Jasper County is advancing plans to widen a 4-mile stretch of U.S. 278 to six lanes between the Beaufort County line and John Smith Road. The $80 million project is funded by a 2024 voter-approved penny sales tax, with construction expected to begin in 2033. FULL STORY: Road between Hilton Head and I-95 is widening. What to expect Here are key takeaways: Two options on the table: Alternative 1 widens U.S. 278 to the outside, keeping the 48-foot-wide grassy median. Alternative 2 widens into the existing median, requiring a concrete barrier at intersections and crossovers. Project manager’s view: Jeff Buckalew of Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering said widening to the outside is preferable, “but we’ll see what the public says.” Where things stand: The public comment period has closed, but Jasper County officials said no decisions have been made. They are using public input and other information to determine a preferred alternative that will guide the design work ahead. Timeline and cost: The $80 million project will be built in two phases, with right-of-way acquisition starting in 2029, construction in 2033 and roughly three years to complete. How it’s funded: Voters approved a 1% sales tax in 2024 expected to raise

Jasper County, SC · 2d

WSAV News 3

SPD searching for man who allegedly exposed himself in Baldwin Park, neighbors raise concerns

SPD has identified and is searching for 65-year-old Curtis Lamar Howard in connection with the incident.

Savannah Tribune

Rev. Paul E. Smith Receives Community Impact Award at Golden Nights in Harlem Gala

Rev. Paul E. Smith, M.Div., was recognized with the Community Impact Award during the “Golden Nights in Harlem” Awards Gala on Sunday, Nov. 1, at Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong Student Union Ballroom. Presented by the Alpha Iota Sigma Alumnae Chapter and Upsilon Theta Undergraduate Chapter, the gala...

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Savannah High boys hope last year’s pains pave way for state title

At Savannah High, the standard is always a state championship, according to their head coach.

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10 years of Black excellence! Savannah chamber announces milestone gala

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - BA decade of Black business excellence is taking center stage in Savannah this December. The Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce (GSBCC) is preparing to host its 10th Annual Black Business Gala on Thursday, Dec. 3, at the Armstrong Center. This year’s milestone celebration, themed “Black...

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