Early voting now open for City of Savannah runoff elections
Early in-person voting for the City runoff elections is now open. Incumbent Mayor Eddie DeLoach is taking on Van Johnson, and incumbent Sixth District Alderman Tony Thomas is taking on Kurtis Purtee. You do NOT need to have voted in the general election to be eligible to vote in the runoff. Election Day itself is…
Historic Savannah church on Georgia Trust’s ‘Places in Peril’ list
A historic African American church in Savannah is on the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s annual “Places in Peril” list. The Asbury United Methodist Church at 1201 Abercorn St. — not to be confused with a church with a similar name on Savannah’s Henry Street — dates from the late 1800s. The Georgia Trust for…
Jason Isbell leads Savannah Music Festival 2020 lineup
Another notable headliner for 2020 is the legendary Bruce Hornsby, one of the most lauded pianists and singers in recent history
Affordable Housing: Solutions require collaboration, breaking free of echo chambers
We should also continue to be advocates for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) which provide dollars and flexibility to deal with such issues as housing, infrastructure and human service need
Savoy Society: Trend-setting Southern on Liberty Street
THERE ARE a few Savannah staples that every local knows and loves. Great restaurants downtown and in surrounding areas convey the Savannah hospitality that tourists come from thousands of miles to feel. Just as iconic are the watering holes that don’t pander to the faux Southern vibe that would make Savannah a microcosm of the…
Sister Hazel @Victory North
Fans should certainly expect a set that spans their 25-year career
8 Second Ride @Barrelhouse South
8 Second Ride @Barrelhouse South 8 Second Ride is a Georgia-grown band that plays the best that modern country music has to offer. Country devotees can expect all of their favorite songs played by these incredibly skilled musicians, who perform the biggest radio hits faithfully and with great respect for the songs themselves. Don’t miss…
The Snozzberries @Congress Street Social Club
Their music has groove and is perfect for anyone looking to get out on the town and do a little dancing
A tale as old as time: Savannah Stage’s Beauty and the Beast
The show, which will run for two weekends, features some of the most talented actors Savannah has to offer
Dime Store Red: ‘A big, crazy moonshot’
Everything about Dime Store Red is strategic and intentional, right down to its name
New city-led ‘Arts on Waters’ initiative set to kick off
Public art is having quite a moment right now, primarily in the Starland District, so this city-led initiative is a fantastic way to spread art to other parts of town
The UnderGo returns, powered by locals
The free festival has become a beloved part of the arts community in town
Studio Ghibli, Foxy movie night, and Judy
Everything from mass-market fare to extreme obscurities are on tap for those who savor the comforting experience of losing oneself in projected entertainment
Identikit @El-Rocko Lounge
Identikit @El-Rocko Lounge Atlanta’s Identikit, a progressive fusion band with a unique ear for the inventive and avant garde, plays El-Rocko in what is sure to be an incredible night of music. Their sound is influenced by klezmer music, but there’s a modernness to what they do that makes them appealing to music fans of…
Second Death: a band reborn
Second Death is a metal band at its core, but they’ve got much more to them on a musical level. Formed from the ashes of Valdosta-based band Beware The Neverending, the group has made artistic authenticity its mission since making the transition between the two projects. They’re currently on the road with Canadian heavyweights Falsifier,…
