In January of this year, the Savannah Music Festival (SMF) announced Gene Dobbs Bradford would take the reins as its new Executive Director. Prior to taking his current position, Bradford […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet the Lees
Standing just off Chippewa Square at the corner of McDonough and Drayton sits an institution of Savannah that has tended to locals and visitors alike for 35 years. McDonough’s Restaurant […]
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Meet the HENNESSY MATHEWS’ and their deep-seated Savannah/Irish roots
Some New England families trace their roots to the Pilgrims while Virginians might go further to the original settlers of Jamestown. In Savannah, you know you have deep family roots […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet Caleb Harkleroad
Originally from Savannah, Caleb Harkleroad is proud to continue the family business, tradition, and heritage in the town he loves best. “My father went to Benedictine and graduated in the […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet LeAndrea Mikell
Raised across the river in Hardeeville, South Carolina, LeAndrea Mikell always felt a familiar pull toward the city of Savannah. Now, as the executive director for government and community engagement […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet MiQuan Green
Most twelve-year-olds are consumed by online gaming, watching TikTok videos, breaking in a new bike, or other similar activities. In other words, not adulting. That wasn’t the case less than […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet Elbi Elm
A self-described military brat, Elbi Elm lived in many places growing up, starting in Pontiac, Michigan. However, when her parents retired from the military and settled in the Savannah area, […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet Mary Holstein
Even though she’s originally from sunny Clearwater, Florida, Mary Holstein has found her own bright path right here in The Hostess City. Holstein was first attracted to Savannah in 2014. […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet Mindy Shea
Born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, Mindy Shea is a southern girl through and through. So, it’s no doubt when she was contacted by a hospitality recruiter 16 years […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet David Jowers
Born in Las Vegas but raised in Savannah, local magician David Jowers has spent his entire life sharing magic across the United States. After paying his dues working the comedy […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet Kevin Mapleton of Savannah Connection
When Kevin Mapleton and his wife Ashley moved to Savannah, they were looking to really plug into their new community. So, they created a Facebook page to connect anyone and […]
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INTRODUCTIONS: Meet Justin West of League of Brawn
For the past three years, Justin West, the founder of League of Brawn and his powerful league of men have stepped into the community to lead by example. Whether they […]