Council Approves Monument To Honor Dr. King

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

Savannah City Council voted yesterday to approve a proposed monument dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that will be located at the new Riverfront Park on West River Street. Riverfront Park will be located at the end of MLK Jr. Blvd. and the new Plant Riverside development. The proposed monument honoring Dr. King will feature a bust facing north … Continue reading “Council Approves Monument To Honor Dr. King”

Women At The Table ( WATT)

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

Betty Morgan, a candidate in the run-off election for Savannah-Chatham County School-Board President will join Women At The Table on Sunday, July 15 at 5:00-7:00pm @ Dandy Youth Development Center (DYDC) 3709 Waters Avenue @ 54th Street. Ms. Morgan and Mr. Buck were invited by Women At The Table to be a part of their monthly panel discussion. Mr. Buck … Continue reading “Women At The Table ( WATT)”

Rape Crisis Center Announces Interim Executive Director

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

The Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire announced recently that it has appointed Doris L. Williams as RCC’s Interim Executive Director during its search for its next Executive Director. “The Board of Directors is confident that Ms. Williams has the skills, dedication and experience to guide the RCC as it carries forward its mission during this transition,” said Board … Continue reading “Rape Crisis Center Announces Interim Executive Director”

BankSouth Welcomes Corrine Reedy to Retail Banking Team

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

BankSouth is pleased to welcome Corrine Reedy to the bank as a universal banker and member of the retail banking team. With an extensive career in the financial industry, Reedy will work to develop, expand, and retain customer relationships for the leading community bank. Reedy has a B.S. in Business Administration from Saint Leo University. She has worked with credit … Continue reading “BankSouth Welcomes Corrine Reedy to Retail Banking Team”

The Savannah Children’s Choir Welcomes Maaja Roos as New Jean Faircloth Artistic Director

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

The Savannah Children’s Choir is pleased to welcome Maaja Roos as its new Jean Faircloth artistic director. A veteran of choral conducting, music education and musical theater, Roos brings decades of experience with her to the Savannah Children’s Choir. “We are thrilled to welcome Maaja Roos to the Savannah Children’s Choir. Maaja brings a proven world class artistic vision and … Continue reading “The Savannah Children’s Choir Welcomes Maaja Roos as New Jean Faircloth Artistic Director”

Chicago Reader Now Black-Owned Thanks to Dorothy Leavell

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

Dorothy Leavell, the fiery and fearless chairman of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and publisher of the Chicago and Gary Crusader newspapers, announced that she has led a group in purchasing the “Chicago Reader.” Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but it’s a historic purchase that brings the alternative newspaper with an audited weekly circulation of about 85,000 … Continue reading “Chicago Reader Now Black-Owned Thanks to Dorothy Leavell”

John Davis Florist to Host Student Flower Camp

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

Students age 5-12 years are welcome to sign up for John Davis Florist Camp, being held on Thursday, July 26, 2018, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. where campers can enjoy making their own flower arrangements, a full lunch and healthy snacks, learning about local flowers, indigenous plants and fun group activities. Each camper will create their own flower arrangement as … Continue reading “John Davis Florist to Host Student Flower Camp”

New Signalized Intersection Activated On July 10

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

The Georgia Department of Transportation activated a new four-way traffic signal Tuesday morning July 10 at the intersection of State Route 21 and Grange Road in Chatham County. Message boards are in place near the intersection to alert motorists of this new traffic signal location and activation date. Local law enforcement will handle traffic control during activations. Motorists are advised … Continue reading “New Signalized Intersection Activated On July 10”

World Breastfeeding Week Event Scheduled

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

On Saturday, August 4, 2018 in Forsyth Park from 8:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. during the Farmers’ Market, World Breastfeeding Week celebrations will begin. The celebrations will include a walk for breastfeeding awareness, prize giveaways, and information on the benefits of breastfeeding. The event is free and family friendly. There is no cost to register. To register for the event … Continue reading “World Breastfeeding Week Event Scheduled”

5th Annual Ladybug Release

By Savannah Tribune | July 11, 2018

Two of the Lowcountry’s most popular sports mascots will be the grand marshals on Saturday, July 21, during the 5th Annual Ladybug Release at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. More than 200,000 ladybugs will be released after a parade of two red Volkswagen Beetles, resembling giant ladybugs, bring Charlie T. RiverDog and Cool Ray to the lawn in front of Magnolia’s … Continue reading “5th Annual Ladybug Release”