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Chisolm Sworn in as District Attorney

Attorney Larry Chisolm has been sworn in as Chatham County's new District Attorney. He took his oath of office in front of a large crowd at the Savannah Civic Center on Monday, January 5. More...

Congresswoman Lee is New CBC Chair

On Tuesday, January 6, 2009, Congresswoman Barbara Lee representing California's ninth Congressional district, was sworn in as the new Chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) during its ceremonial swearing in event. Dr. Johnetta B. More...

Local Law Enforcement Sending Officers to Presidential Inauguration

Savannah-Chatham Metro Police and the Chatham County Sheriff's Department are coming together to send officers to the Presidential Inauguration of Barak Obama on January 20 in Washington, DC. More...

Social & Community News

1978 Class of Tompkins holds Christmas Celebration

The 1978 Class of Tompkins High School had their annual Christmas celebration on December 27, 2008 at the Progressive Center. Classmates came from near and far to celebrate with us. A great time was had by all. More...

Quilting Ministry at St. Philip A. M. E. Keeps Tradition Alive

Once again, the congregation of the historic St. Philip A. M. E Church, 613 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., has been inspired by the creative products of the church's quilting ministry. More...

International Baccalaureate Program Open House

Johnson High School's prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Program will be hosting an Open House on January 13th for parents and students who are interested in applying for admission to the IB Program for the 2009-2010 school year. More...

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Church

Gospel Concert at New Horizons of Women and Men of St. Benedict the Moor

The New Horizons of Women and Men of St. Benedict the Moor Church will present a free-will Gospel Concert on Sunday January 11, 2009, at St. Benedict the Moor Church, located at 441 East Broad Street. The concert will begin at 4:00 p.m. More...

A Time of Refreshing Revival 2009 with Mother Stack

Bishop Whitlow, Jr. and members of the Healing Harvest House of Worship would like to invite you and your family to attend "A time of Refreshing Revival 2009" with Dr. More...

With This Faith - A Jazz Requiem on January 22

On January 22 at 7 p.m., the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah will present "With This Faith - A Jazz Requiem, to commemorate the birth and life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. More...

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Sports

Sports With Walter Moore

Lady Tigers Halt Losing Streak Crissa Jackson hit two free throws with three seconds left to give the Savannah State women's basketball team a 58-57 win over Bethune-Cookman in Tiger Arena on December 30. More...

Cheryl Haworth Classic Weightlifting Competition This Weekend

This Saturday, January 10, there will be a Cheryl Haworth Classic Weightlifting Competition. This will be the first annual event to honor Coastal Empire Weightlifting and Savannah's 2000 Olympic Bronze Medalist and three time Olympian. More...

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MLK Holiday to Focus on Service

Communities and nonprofits across the country are gearing up for a record number of volunteers on the Martin Luther King Jr. Federal holiday, fueled by President-elect Obama's call for Americans to serve on King Day and throughout the year. More...

Obama's Daughters Begin School in Washington

President-elect Barack Obama's two daughters are now attending their new school in Washington. On Monday, January 5, Michelle Obama accompanied daughters Sasha, 7, and Malia, 10, to Sidwell Friends school. More...

Health

Memorial University Medical Center hosts Medical Explorers

On Wednesday, December 10, 2008, Memorial University Medical Center hosted an Explorer Post event for thirty three Medical Explorers who attend local public high schools. More...

Creating Change: for a better life

by Carolyn Guilford, CNC

The goal of this column and the goal of Health Restoration Consulting is to help to maximize your chances of living a longer, healthier life. Our programs are simple, comprehensive, well documented and easy to follow. More...

Chatham County Employee STARS & Project Lifesaver

Chatham County is faced with a growing epidemic that is affecting our children. Imagine having a healthy baby only to be diagnosed 18 months later with autism spectrum disorder. More...

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Community Events

Old School Skate Night Party

United We Stand, "Yes We Can!" Alfred Ely Beach & Savannah High Class of 1997 presents the first collaborative of events to bring about a local change in our community. Our first fundraiser is a skating party for adults 24 and older. More...

Savannah Parkinson Support Group to Meet

SAVANNAH PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUP will meet Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, 5 PM, in the Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St., at DeRenne Ave. in Savannah GA. Dr. Terry L. More...

Volunteers Needed

Join the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of EOA, we need your help to help others. Through RSVP seniors 55 and older serve in various community organizations from 1 to 40 hours per week. More...

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