Phased opening begins for new Tybee Island Marine Science Center
With construction of the new Tybee Island Marine Science Center almost complete, the beachside institution began welcoming visitors at its freshly built location on Feb. 18 with the official opening of their gift shop, while its exhibition spaces are expected to debut later this spring. According to Cathy Sakas, president of the Tybee Island Marine…
Starting out with Chester Ellis: an exclusive interview with Chatham County’s new chairman
Chester Ellis is accustomed to starting out under tough circumstances. Growing up poor in Chatham County as the seventh sibling in a family of 10 children, whose parents were continually moving them between rented homes in impoverished neighborhoods, Ellis learned to make the most of what little he had. “My father didn’t go no further…
Savannah Police charge two men following drug and weapons investigation
Two men are facing multiple drug- and gun-related charges following an investigation into drug activity on Reynolds Street, according to an announcement issued by the Savannah Police Department on Feb. 23. On Feb. 18, following an investigation into drug activity, officers executed a search warrant at a residence in the 2000 block of Reynolds Street.…
Savannah Music Festival announces changes to springtime plans
Savannah Music Festival 2021 programming plans are being modified to provide for a safe return to presenting concerts, according to an announcement by the SMF organizers issued on Feb. 22. For the spring, this involves an adjustment from a May 18-30 schedule to May 23-30 schedule, with presentations of renowned artists in classical, jazz, and…
SCAD takes deFINE ARTS events virtual to highlight globally prominent artists
For over a decade, the Savannah College of Art and Design has welcomed culture-defining international artists for its renowned deFINE ART program. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s deFINE ART proceedings will be held virtually, altering the experience but expanding the reach of this annual event’s showcase of intriguing contemporary works. Typically, the SCAD…
A revealing tour provides insight to sites of Savannah’s Black history
Authentic Savannah grey-brick buildings, centuries-old oaks, and implanted Georgia Historical Society markers adorn trails that highlight varied tales of Savannah’s extensive history. This month, the Massie Heritage Center partnered with the Savannah Municipal Archives to highlight another trail showcasing often-overlooked Black history in the Hostess City: the new Revisiting W.W. Law’s Negro Heritage Trail combined…
Savannah Fire honors outstanding firefighters of 2020
To honor its best and brightest firefighters for their outstanding service and heroism, the Savannah Fire Department is honoring its most commendable employees for their contributions to the community in 2020, according to a Savannah Fire press announcement issued on Feb. 19. Capt. Gregory Jacobs, Engineer Ben Spence, and Advanced Firefighter Lucas Abrunzo were named…
Colonial-style ceramicist Tammy Zettlemoyer offers workshops at Savannah’s Wormsloe Historic Site
For the past nine years, ceramicist Tammy Zettlemoyer has been on the road, traveling across the country packing and unpacking her beloved pottery pieces, setting up shop steps away from wherever she’s camping, all while participating in pre-1840 historical reenactments. During February, Zettlemoyer is bringing her unique talents to one of Savannah’s most fascinating attractions:…
Obvious Liars are honest about their influences
It’s difficult to overemphasize how fortunate live-music fans were over the last year. Who among us hasn’t reveled in the overwhelming and seemingly endless string of legendary national acts and inspiring younger bands making a name for themselves touring and playing to packed venues night after night across the country? Indeed, 2020 was a Golden…
New school-based food pantries aim to feed Chatham County children, community members
Food pantries will be available at the following schools:Andrea B Williams Elementary School Myers Middle School School of Liberal Studies at Savannah High School Mercer Middle School Shuman Middle School Garden City Elementary School Juliette Low Elementary School DeRenne Middle School Port Wentworth Elementary School May Howard Elementary School Pooler Elementary School JG Smith Elementary…
Creamy Leopold’s confections await winners of local creative-writing challenge
Savannah-area schoolkids who enter a creative-writing challenge can win ice-cream feasts thanks to the Live Oak library system teaming up with a classic local confectionery once again. Savannah’s famed Leopold’s Ice Cream announced its collaboration with Live Oak Public Libraries for the ice-cream shop’s 11th Annual Creative Writing Challenge, themed “Family & Friends,” according to…
Savannah’s new ‘Picasso to Hockney’ exhibit features dramatic works by renowned artists
Opening to the public on Feb. 19 at Savannah’s Jepson Center, Picasso to Hockney: Modern Art on Stage is a traveling exhibition considering modern artistic practice from the late 19th century through the 21st century, focusing on how visual artists innovate and experiment with theater arts, said Erin Dunn, associate curator of Modern and Contemporary…
Savannah’s new hockey organization launches contest to choose team name
The management of Savannah’s new professional hockey team is asking area residents to submit suggestions for a team name with the launch of a “Name YOUR Team” contest announced on Feb. 17. Savannah-area residents are encouraged to submit ideas for the name of the city’s new professional ice hockey team to savannahprohockey.com beginning on Wednesday,…
Three victims, two deaths, one detective: A 2017 triple shooting simmers unsolved
It was late into the night on Feb. 17, 2017, when Detective Rico Jordan made his way to Yamacraw Village. After an initial 911 call of a shooting was reported at 10:28 p.m. that night, responding officers with the now-demerged Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department located three victims inside a two-story, single-family apartment. Tori Plummer, 35,…
