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Get to know Savannah’s quirky side

Get to know Savannah’s quirky side

The book takes readers through the Coastal Empire, sharing some little-known facts that even the most seasoned Savannahian might not know

By Rachael Flora Oct 16, 2019

Shake your peacock feathers

Shake your peacock feathers

Annual fundraiser for Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home also marks third decade of the foundation
This Friday, they’ll host their annual Peacock Party and 30th anniversary celebration at the Beach Institute

By Rachael Flora Oct 9, 2019

First City Pride Center: Savannah’s LGBT organizations merge

First City Pride Center: Savannah’s LGBT organizations merge

'What we’re doing isn’t enough and by uniting rather than siloing our efforts, we can accomplish more'

By Orlando Montoya Sep 25, 2019

Reform Georgia, Open Savannah host National Day of Civic Hacking

Reform Georgia, Open Savannah host National Day of Civic Hacking

Darby Cox of Reform Georgia is finding that people inside the system are affected by it in ways those outside the system can’t even fathom

By Rachael Flora Sep 18, 2019

Beyond the Bell hosts fun, informative event

Beyond the Bell hosts fun, informative event

The day consists of guest speakers, breakout sessions and separate workshops for parents and younger siblings

By Rachael Flora Sep 11, 2019

ELLA Foundation and Hospice Savannah announce partnership

ELLA Foundation and Hospice Savannah announce partnership

The Forgotten Victims Support Group is an eight-week group beginning Aug. 22 designed for people affected by traumatic loss
THE ELLA FOUNDATION and Hospice Savannah have partnered for a new support group that uses the strengths of both organizations.

By Rachael Flora Aug 20, 2019

Medical marijuana in Georgia: A closer look

Medical marijuana in Georgia: A closer look

The state’s low THC oil registry still faces legal and bureaucratic hurdles
Low THC oil is highly regulated and you can’t purchase it in Georgia yet, but it’s coming

By Kristy Edenfield Aug 14, 2019

Demolished or saved?

Demolished or saved?

Deciding the fate of the Civic Center and Johnny Mercer Theatre
Last week, the Savannah Morning News hosted a panel discussion of the future of the Civic Center. The lively discussion raised plenty of interesting points that we’ve presented for you here

By Rachael Flora Aug 7, 2019

Raising Hope

Raising Hope

Urban Hope closes out summer camps, looks ahead to school year
When Roszkowiak began the program nearly two decades ago, it was to fulfill a need he saw in Savannah’s youth for a positive environment

By Rachael Flora Jul 24, 2019

CBD, marijuana and Georgia

CBD, marijuana and Georgia

Local businesses tackle confusion
What is the difference between medical marijuana and CBD and how can it be used safely?

By Jessica Farthing Jun 5, 2019

Ships of the Sea celebrates 200 years of the SS Savannah

Ships of the Sea celebrates 200 years of the SS Savannah

May 22 is National Maritime Day. It was established in 1933 by Franklin Roosevelt in honor of the SS Savannah.

By Rachael Flora May 22, 2019

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