On Tuesday at his weekly media briefing, Savannah Mayor Van Johnson addressed the city’s surge in gun violence last weekend. According to the Savannah Police Department’s (SPD) crime report from […]
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Connect Savannah News & Notes
There’s always something happening in the Hostess City. Stay in the know about upcoming events and the latest information with our periodic News & Notes. Upcoming Events Davenport House to […]
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TYBEE RESTAURANT WEEK: Enjoy fantastic flavors on the island
Foodies rejoice! Tybee Restaurant Week is returning once again, providing the perfect opportunity to savor the many culinary delights the island has to offer. Taking place Feb. 16–29, Tybee Restaurant […]
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH: Learn about local Black history and heritage along the Tybee Island Black History Trail
Tybee Island, warmly regarded as Savannah’s beach, is a place known for its coastal charm, beautiful beaches and tight-knit community. Beyond its sandy shores and cozy condos, the island also […]
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Benedictine basketball player dismissed from team after unsportsmanlike acts in game
Just prior to the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) state basketball playoffs, Benedictine Military School (BC) announced Monday the removal of a senior guard from the team after video evidence […]
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New gallery, art studios, and recording studio to open in February
Op-Ed Longtime Savannahians may know that Polk’s, the family-run produce business still in operation today, first started in the 1930’s in the old City Market. After the market was demolished […]
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Savannah Irish Festival kicks off green season
The 31st annual Savannah Irish Festival held court at Victory North on Saturday, Feb. 10. The festival kicked off St. Patrick’s Day season with performances from St. Vincent’s Academy, Seldom […]
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THE CONNECT FIVE: Shows to see this week
MILKSHAKE MAYFIELD QUINTET @ GOODTIMES JAZZ BAR FRI-SAT, FEB 16-17 | 8 PM You don’t earn a cool nickname like that unless you’re really good. Mayfield is good enough to […]
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Michael Thurmond writes book on James Oglethorpe, a man ‘centuries ahead of his time’
James Oglethorpe arrived in Savannah on Feb. 12, 1733 and Michael Thurmond arrived at his burial site on Oct. 7, 1996. Two dates which represent the start of something special. […]
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Savannah Book Festival returns for year 17 over President’s Day weekend
The Savannah Book Festival (SBF) returns this month for its 17th year of celebrating the written word. With a mission to promote reading, writing and civil conversation, the SBF has […]
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CHEF BRANDON CARTER: Leading Savannah’s food scene one restaurant at a time
There won’t be any parades, there won’t be any holidays, there won’t be any plaques put up somewhere in Savannah marking the occasion, but it will be a big deal […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet Ella Shaffer
For most of her life, 17-year-old Ella Shaffer has been surrounded by leaders who inspired, mentored and motivated her. Now, she’s joining their ranks. On May 8, Shaffer, a Savannah […]