NAACP to Hold Political Forum

By | October 10, 2012

A second forum for candidates running for the offices of District Attorney, Superior Court Clerk, and the County Commission District 6 seat will be held on Thursday, October 11, 7pm at St. Philip Monumental AME Church, 1112 Jefferson Street. The final forum, on Tuesday, October 16 will be held for candidates running for the offices of Chatham County Commission Chairman … Continue reading “NAACP to Hold Political Forum”

Stephanie Cutter Named Acting City Manager

By | October 10, 2012

Savannah City Council today accepted the resignation of RochelleSmall-Toney as City Manager and appointed Stephanie Cutter as the Acting City Manager. The action occurred at a Special City Council Meeting Thursday morning. “What this action does is allow our City to begin moving forward again,” Mayor Edna B. Jackson said. “For too long our community has been divided along social, … Continue reading “Stephanie Cutter Named Acting City Manager”

MLK Jr. Observance Day Assocation Plans 34th Celebration

By | October 10, 2012

The Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day Association wishes to thank Savannah/ Chatham County and surrounding communities and sponsors for their outstanding participation and support given during the 2012 MLK Savannah celebration. Your continued support is needed as we strive to keep Dr. King’s legacy and vision alive. Parade Applications can be picked up at the MLK Office at 1206 … Continue reading “MLK Jr. Observance Day Assocation Plans 34th Celebration”

CCSO United Way Campaign Kickoff

By | October 10, 2012

This Chatham County Sheriff’s Office kicked off their 2012 United Way campaign. This year’s theme for the United Way of the Coastal Empire is “Mission: Possible”. The Sheriff’s Office played off that theme by transforming some the deputies and staff members into “secret agents” who will help the United Way reach its goal. Sheriff Al St Lawrence even got in … Continue reading “CCSO United Way Campaign Kickoff”

Glenn Lodge I Brothers Hold Meeting

By | October 10, 2012

Savannah Food Day Festival to be Held

By | October 10, 2012

Food Day is a nationwide celebration and a movement toward more healthy, affordable, and sustainable food. Food Day takes place annually on October 24 to address issues as varied as health and nutrition, hunger, agricultural policy, animal welfare, and farm worker justice. The ultimate goal of Food Day is to strengthen and unify the food movement in order to improve … Continue reading “Savannah Food Day Festival to be Held”

Picnic in the Park 2012 ‘Some Enchanted Evening’

By | October 10, 2012

The City of Savannah along with Parker’s Convenience Stores were proud sponsors of the 2012 Picnic in the Park held on last Sunday in Forsyth Park. Large crowds turned out for a lovely evening. Many participated in the Picnic Contest with the theme “One Enchanted Evening”. Picnickers were entertained by Angela Beasley’s Puppet People featuring Madeline Walker Coastal Ballet; Abeni … Continue reading “Picnic in the Park 2012 ‘Some Enchanted Evening’”

Haitian American Historical Society (HAHS) Celebrates 5th Anniversary

By | October 10, 2012

The Haitian American Historical Society celebrated the 5th Anniversary of the Haitian Memorial Monument erected in Savannah Georgia on Oct. 8 2007. This year’s Historical Getaway began on Friday, Oct. 5 through Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012. The Haitian unit of Soldiers fought valorously on Oct. 9, 1779 alongside the French with the Allied American troupes and helped saved the day … Continue reading “Haitian American Historical Society (HAHS) Celebrates 5th Anniversary”

15th Annual SCAD Film Festival Oct 27 – Nov. 3 to Award Gabourey Sidibe

By | October 10, 2012

Voter Empowerment

By | October 10, 2012

EARLY VOTING AND ABSENTEE BALLOT INFORMATION Early Voting in Chatham County Begins October 15, 2012 and Ends November 2, 2012 Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Voter Registration Main Office, 1117 Eisenhower Dr, Suite E, . • SATURDAY VOTING– October 27, 2012 – ONE SATURDAY ONLY – 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location 1: Voter Registration Main … Continue reading “Voter Empowerment”