Savannah Philharmonic announces Picnic in the Park theme, event details
The Savannah Philharmonic this morning announced details of their annual Picnic in the Park event, slated for Sunday, Oct. 6. The theme for this year’s event, “Color Your World with Music,” was chosen by Lucinda Shultz after a social media campaign invited community members to submit ideas inspired by the word “kaleidoscope.” Terri O’Neil, Executive…
Suspect arrested in E. 36th St. homicide
The Savannah Police’s Violent Crimes detectives have made an arrest in the Aug. 25 death of a 45-year-old woman discovered off of E. 36th Street. “Around 2:30 a.m. Aug. 25 officers responded to a wooded area near E. 36th and Wallin streets and discovered the body of Kimberly Donegan. Due to the nature of her…
Review: The Peanut Butter Falcon
The Peanut Butter Falcon is neither condescending nor cloying, and its greatest strength rests in the relationship between Zak and Tyler.
Review: Good Boys
The only folks who have any reason to be angry are those who earlier caught the film’s red-band trailer, which idiotically included the very last scene of the film.
Editor’s Note: Savannah enters the gun control debate
While acknowledging that City governments can do little to enact meaningful gun law reform, the consensus was that it would so some good to send the resolution to some people who can, such as our two Senators and our House delegation.
Garden City celebrates Southern roots
Garden City might be part of the greater Savannah area, but it’s about to prove that it’s got an identity of its own with the first-ever Southern Roots Festival—an all-day celebration of the city and what it has to offer featuring live music, games, food, and fun. The festival is set for Sat., August 24,…
Chuck Courtenay does country music right
PLAYING MUSIC for a living is a hard road to follow. Not only does it require dedication and motivation, it also truly requires just as much luck as anything else. Chuck Courtenay, a staple in the local music community, has been lucky enough to see his dedication pay off. Courtenay’s brand of country music, which…
We are family: Tybee Equality Fest celebrates all weekend long
THREE YEARS IN, the Tybee Equality Fest is stronger than ever, partly because it has to be. “This year, I’ve gotten more trolls than ever before about doing this event,” admits Angie Celeste, organizer of the Tybee Equality Fest. “Honestly, I think that’s just representation of what we’re here to do. The more that comes…
Okefenokee in peril
NATIVE AMERICANS gave the mist-enshrouded and black-watered Okefenokee Swamp its fearsome name: Land of Trembling Earth, referring not to earthquakes, but unstable peat deposits that line the swamp floor and tremble underfoot. These days, friends of the vast bog, one of the oldest and best-preserved freshwater ecosystems in North America, are trembling because its age-old…
Reconsidering federal flood insurance subsidies
AS A longtime coastal property-owner and environmental advocate, I believe it’s important that the public understands the consequences of pursuing cheaper flood insurance in these times of greater risk, primarily attributable to climate disruption. The Federal flood insurance program began decades ago, when flooding events were considered “acts of God” – natural phenomena that could…
5 Questions with Chris Ryba
‘A three year-old could fly this thing. When you’re not actively giving it any input, it just hovers there, so there’s not really too much danger.’
Trey Lewis @Barrelhouse South
He’s shared the stage with the likes of Chase Bryant, Frankie Ballard, and Kristian Bush.
ELLA Foundation and Hospice Savannah announce partnership
THE ELLA FOUNDATION and Hospice Savannah have partnered for a new support group that uses the strengths of both organizations. The Forgotten Victims Support Group is an eight-week group beginning Aug. 22 designed for people affected by traumatic loss. Part grief education, part support network, the group is limited to 15 participants to ensure the…
Jeff Two Names and the Born Agains @The Jinx
The band has become known around town for their classic punk sound and clever lyrics.
Jenu Six and the Old Souls @El Rocko Lounge
Six is something of a nomad.
Lauren Mitchell @Roasting Room
The Blues Blast Award nominee will take the intimate Roasting Room stage in Bluffton for what’s sure to be an incredible night of music.
Evan Stepp & the Piners pledge allegiance to country rock
ATLANTA’S Evan Stepp and his band The Piners are relative newcomers, but they sound like they’re a well-seasoned group. Stepp formed the band in 2018, and they’ve released an EP since then that showcases their love of classic country as well as edgier rock-infused Americana. Stepp is open about the band’s evolution and their varied…
Talking painting with Thomas Mitz
‘Every step in my career has led me to something else.’
Daddy’s Beemer puts slacker rock into overdrive
DADDY’S BEEMER planted their roots in Charleston just a few months ago, after meeting at Clemson University and then spending some time in Charlotte. They were students with similar musical backgrounds, and got together to try and make a go at being in a band. Their first two releases were for student projects, and those…
