United Way of the Coastal Empire 2012 Campaign Kick-Off

By | August 29, 2012

The Campaign Kick- Off officially marks the beginning of United Way’s fundraising efforts in Bryan, Chatham, Effingham and Liberty counties. The campaign will kick off Thursday Sept. 6, 2012 from 11:45am- 1pm at the Savannah Civic Center (Martin Luther King, Jr. Arena) 301 W. Oglethorpe St., Savannah, GA 31401. Highlights of the event include announcement of the four county fundraising … Continue reading “United Way of the Coastal Empire 2012 Campaign Kick-Off”

Statement from the City Manager

By | August 29, 2012

Last week the Savannah Morning News published an article on Sunday that was critical of some of the instances my office submitted travel reimbursements during the past 18 months. I will address several of the issues raised in the article in a moment. But first, I would like to make this assurance to you: Financial accountability has been and remains … Continue reading “Statement from the City Manager”

The Savannah Jazz Festival Coming Soon

By | August 29, 2012

The Savannah Jazz Festival will be held Sept. 23-30. The Savannah Jazz Festival, in its 31st year -and the largest free festival in the southeast- celebrates jazz as a living art form and is built on a constantly evolving tradition. The festival boasts the best in international, national, regional and local jazz talent and offers all types of jazz, from … Continue reading “The Savannah Jazz Festival Coming Soon”

Annual “Piccolo Day” to be Held

By | August 29, 2012

On Monday Sept. 3, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. – 5p.m. at Daffin Park the community will hold its annual “Piccolo Day.” The community is welcomed to join for a day of remembrance and pay tribute to a man who dedicated his life to Civil Rights, Justice & Equality. Bring the family, Plan a picnic in the park, set up your … Continue reading “Annual “Piccolo Day” to be Held”

N. S. Savannah Marker Dedication Held

By | August 29, 2012

This marker was erected by the Georgia Historical Society, the Savannah Ocean Exchange and Ships of the Sea Museum. The invocation was given by Coast Guard Chaplain LT Len Driskell, with recognitions by Cosmos Mariner Productions’ Michael Jordan. Remarks were given by Mayor Edna B. Jackson, County Commission Chairman Pete Liakakis, CEO and Co- Founder of the Savannah Ocean Exchange … Continue reading “N. S. Savannah Marker Dedication Held”

Cricket Ribbon Cutting Held

By | August 29, 2012

Cricket Wireless recently held their ribbon cutting and grand opening of their new store located at 4700 Highway 80 (Whitemarsh Plaza). Cricket Wireless is the most affordable wireless carrier, with unbeatable deals on no contract cell phone plans and prepaid smartphones, including phones from Android and Apple. Recently, Cricket has added the pre-paid Apple iPhone 4S to its list of … Continue reading “Cricket Ribbon Cutting Held”

Local Companies Help Feed Children at West Broad Street YMCA

By | August 29, 2012

The Starfish Café, a culinary arts training program spearheaded by Union Mission in collaboration with Savannah Technical College, recently partnered with BB&T to provide breakfast to children at the West Broad Street YMCA. As part of BB&T’s Lighthouse Project, a company wide community service initiative, BB&T employees teamed up with Chef Paul Buck from The Starfish Café to serve more … Continue reading “Local Companies Help Feed Children at West Broad Street YMCA”

Council Swears in Savannah Youth Council

By | August 29, 2012

Thirty-four eighthgraders were sworn in as members of the 2012-2013 Savannah Youth Council by Mayor Jackson during the City Council meeting on August 23, 2012. “It is indeed an honor to be recognized today as the City of Savannah’s youth ambassadors and represent the youth in this community,” said Youth Council member Bridgette Clark, a student at St. Peter the … Continue reading “Council Swears in Savannah Youth Council”

New Hampstead High School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held

By | August 29, 2012

The Savannah- Chatham County Public School System announced the grand opening of New Hampstead High School, 2451 Little Neck Road, 31302, with an official ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, August 24, 2012. The new multi-million dollar ESPLOST funded project will provide more than 175,000 square feet of space for students and faculty. The facility will house 46 new classrooms that … Continue reading “New Hampstead High School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held”

Step Up and Nominate a Business by Friday

By | August 29, 2012

The Workplace Innovator Award, given each year by Step Up Savannah, recognizes a business that pursues innovation in the workplace for its lower-wage workers. The selected business understands the value in assisting their lower-wage employees (defined as those earning at or below $12 an hour) and has implemented creative programs or procedures to support their development. For profit and non-profit … Continue reading “Step Up and Nominate a Business by Friday”