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Brandy Simpkins
Brandy Simpkins is a born and raised Savannahian and an alumna of Savannah Savannah State University where she received her B.A. in English Language & Literature. Simpkins enjoys writing more than anything else in the world. She is a curious journalist, an astute essayist, and captivating spoken-word artist. She uses her writing abilities to turn her engagement in the community into the stories that allow people to Connect with one another. When Simpkins is not writing, she enjoys spending time in nature, reading, trying new restaurants around town, and traveling.
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Heroes without capes
Last week in Connect Savannah’s ‘Connected’ photos taken by Bunny Ware, we mentioned Team Savannah for Veteran’s Chris O’Malley receiving an accolade from Step One Automotive Group, but now it’s time to share some community stories about the local hero and his hardworking partners.
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Community cleanups connote hope
On Fridays, Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter hosts a community cleanup as a part of her “2 Legit to Lit” Campaign.
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Poppin’ up, Wing-N-It
Who doesn’t love a good, fried chicken wing glazed in freshly made honey lemon pepper sauce with a delicious side of handcut fries made to order? Only the people who haven’t tried it.
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Local grassroots organization supports school children
Blessings can come in many forms, including stuffed bookbags.
To continuously provide blessings for the community, a local community nonprofit organization, Blessings in a Bookbag, Inc., is hosting a fundraiser like they’ve never done before.
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Nonprofit profits nonprofits
Often times, it only takes one seed for something to grow. This is why Executive Director Moncello Stewart founded OneSeed, Inc. which has begun to distribute minigrants, or “seeds,” to small nonprofit organizations.
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The Jepson Center kicks off Juneteenth with other organizations close behind
Today, Juneteenth is still celebrated in recognition of that day 156-years ago. The celebration has grown with 47 states and the District of Columbia passing legislation recognizing Juneteenth as a state holiday or day of observance.
Below are a few ways that Savannah is celebrating Juneteenth.
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New sheriff in town
Connect Savannah is switching it up this week, guys. This week I get to be the editor. As you can see from our contributors’ page, we have a pretty small […]
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‘Quilting to Change the World’
Savannah quilters are keeping the traditions alive.
The King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation’s Beach Institute and The African Diaspora Museology Institute partner to present “Quilting for a Better World: The Artistry of African American Handmade Quilts.”
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Holistic Healing for Women’s Wellbeing
PSA: This is “girl talk,” gentlemen.
Affectionately known as “The Yoni Lady,” Cherica Jones is the owner of Yoni Spa Room at 7370 Hodgson Memorial Dr.
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Charcuterie for all occasions
Everyone loves a good charcuterie board, complete with artisan meats and cheeses, cookie-cutter fresh fruit slices, assorted nuts, and sugar-coated candies combined on flat, wooden boards; they make the best gifts or snacks or party decorations.
Lately, many locals have been ordering their handcrafted goodies from Chatham Charcuterie.