Budweiser Clydesdales to visit Savannah
The Savannah Bananas have been selected to host the Budweiser Clydesdales in the days leading up to Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The Clydesdales will be at Grayson Stadium March 13 through March 16. The Bananas will host multiple events during this time, starting with a private event for partners on Wednesday evening. The following…
One dead in shooting near Savannah State residence hall; suspect at large
SSU police are investigating a shooting incident that resulted in the death of an individual. The victim is not a university student, University Police report. “At approximately 2:25 pm today, public safety received a report of shots fired in the vicinity of University Commons. The shooting victim was located and transported to Memorial Hospital where…
Buddy Carter town hall meeting set for today
Congressman Buddy Carter will host a town hall today, Feb. 23, at 3:45 p.m. The town hall, taking place at the Community Hall at Messiah Lutheran Church on Skidaway Island, will address senior citizens and tax reform. For more information, contact Marolyn Overton, 912-598-7358 or marolynoverton@gmail.com.
City’s ongoing malware and virus issues cause further delay of court cases
For a second week, the City of Savannah Recorder’s Court will reschedule Traffic Court sessions due to “ongoing IT issues” involving a malware attack discovered earlier this month. Next week’s sessions, from February 27-29, will be rescheduled. Recorder’s Court will send subpoenas through the mail with new court dates and times.Traffic Court is held on Tuesdays,…
Editor’s Note: A bridge (name) too far?
Just about the only mention of Savannah native John C. Frémont in his hometown is a Georgia Historical Society marker in Yamacraw Village near where he was born in 1813. But otherwise, virtually nothing in Savannah about this native son who was a pivotal figure in American history. Why?
Community fun for all at Love & Soul Family Fest
At the free festival, audiences can enjoy up-and-coming talent like the band Drauker, artist Timothy Leon, and Los Angeles-based El’Messeh.
Savannah International Food and Wine Tasting features impressive lineup – all to help local charities
This year the charities include Coastal Center for Developmental Services, which helps find employment for the disabled; the Savannah Widow’s Society; and the Ronald McDonald House.
Reader: Oglethorpe Bridge?
Oglethorpe Bridge? Editor, Maybe I missed it along the way, but why hasn’t somebody proposed that our big bridge be renamed The General Oglethorpe Bridge? 1. He was the first important person to plop down in Savannah. 2. There would be no Savannah without him. 3. Coincidently the bridge leads gracefully (if you don’t speed) right…
Savannah Philharmonic Presents: Piano Men @Johnny Mercer Theater
In their lovingly-produced show, the traveling Piano Men will show off their skills and the incredible dynamics of Savannah’s own Philharmonic Orchestra.
Ansley’s Rivers
The project began five years ago, when Rivers traveled across the country to photograph the Colorado, Missouri/Mississippi, Columbia, Rio Grande, Tuolumne, Altamaha, and Hudson Rivers.
Shore Stories: Documentary addresses the impact of offshore drilling
Last Monday, two resolutions opposing offshore drilling and seismic testing on Georgia’s coast were filed in an effort to protect Georgia’s fisheries, coastal tourism industry, and economy.
Freedom rings at American Traditions Vocal Competition
AMERICAN Traditions Competition is back and giving Savannah something to sing about. The annual celebration of classic American music gives rising stars the opportunity to captivate audiences and launch their careers. With an esteemed panel of judges and a series of vocal competitions, American Traditions stands as one of the most diverse events of its…
The Vagina Monologues: Now more than ever
As director Valerie Lavelle told Connect last year, Bay Street Theatre knew the cultural climate was ripe for a Vagina Monologues revival.
Little Bird @El-Rocko Lounge
The band took its surf rock, jazz, and Americana-influenced sound into the studio in October 2017 to record a fresh EP.
Burnin’ for Blue
HOLD your cowbell jokes, people. There’s much more to Blue Öyster Cult in the new millennium than that (admittedly classic) SNL sketch. The American band, formed in 1967, has transcended their hit songs “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” “Burnin’ for You,” and “Godzilla” to become one of the most influential hard rock and heavy metal bands…
John Conlee @The Mars Theatre (Springfield)
Born a Kentucky farm boy, Conlee pursued his musical dreams in Nashville, charting with his best-known song: “Rose Colored Glasses.”
Mardi Gras, Cotton & Rye style
The menu was a collaboration of Chef de Cuisine Andrew Olivia, Chef and Partner Brandon Whitestone, and Chef/Owner Zach Shultz (because three Chefs are better than one)
Savannah’s drought of bicycle infrastructure projects
While other cities are expanding their bicycle networks, we have the dubious distinction of being one of the few that has fewer miles of bike lanes and trails than six years ago.
Telling the whole story at the Davenport House Museum
A FEW weeks ago, about 35 docents from the Isaiah Davenport House, one of our city’s most-visited historic sites, sat down for a workshop in the spirit of continuing education. What these docents, some in their teens, some 70+, learned that day was striking, not just for the facts themselves, but for the fact that they…
When animals disappear, how are humans affected?
Are there extinct species that we really wish we hadn’t wiped out? I don’t mean we now say, “Gee, what a shame.” I mean, is there anything where we now say, “Oh $#!&, we screwed ourselves!”? Like when the Chinese thought getting rid of all the sparrows was a good idea. —Lumpy, via the Straight…
El Dub @The Wormhole
Live, he performs all of his instruments — guitar, bass, keys, vocals, vocal harmonies, and beatboxing — and loops them with a RC50 Loop Station to create a fleshed-out sound.
