November 18, 2009 RSS feed / Social & Community News

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Savannah State to Celebrate 119 Years

Savannah State University (SSU) will celebrate 119 years as an institution of higher learning during the annual Founders Day observance on Monday, Nov. 23, at 6 p.m. in Tiger Arena. More...

Savannah State Announces 2010 Black Heritage Festival

The 2010 Savannah Black Heritage Festival will explore Our Journey From a Glorious Past Feb. 6-21. More...

United Way Urges the Community to Give

Thus far in the 2009 campaign, United Way of the Coastal Empire has raised $4,965,265, 61% of the $8.2 million goal. With just a few days left until United Way announces its final results for the year, we are asking for your help. More...

Recording Artist James Bignon Produces Free CD Single Dedicated to Donors and Their Families

James Bignon composed “Gift of Life” CD single and a series of Public Service Announcements (PSA’s) to help increase organ and tissue donations within religious communities. More...

Putney Receives Outstanding Georgia Citizen Award

James Putney was presented with the Outstanding Georgia Citizen Award on November 9, 2009 by Senator Lester Jackson, and signed by Secretary of State Karen Handel. More...

M. L .King, Jr. Observance Day Association Annual Theme Contest

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Association has opened up its contest for themes for the 31st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration. The contest is open to all students in grades 4-12. More...

Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan 'Open Season' Now in Session

Hunting season is upon us; time to set your target for the Medicare prescription drug plan that's best for you. More...

Want to Control Your Anger?

Are you sick and tired of being angry all or most of the tine and not knowing what to do to deal with this problem? More...

An Historic Step Toward Health Care for All Americans

By Congressman Charles Rangel

Washington, DC -- The U.S. House of Representatives, under Democratic leadership, has taken a giant, historic step to bring quality and affordable health care to all Americans. More...

Sigma Tau Chapter Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Sigma Tau Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated at Armstrong Atlantic State University, supported Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a Breast Cancer Tea held at the Compass Point Clubhouse on October 26, 2009. More...

West Chatham Students Participate in AVID Day at Ga. Tech

The West Chatham Middle School AVID program participated in AVID Day at Georgia Tech on Saturday November 7, 2009. More...

Walker Installed as President of Home Builders Association of Greater Savannah

Jim Walker, President of The Lindadan Corporation, was recently installed as President of the Home Builders Association of Greater Savannah. More...

The Salemites in Concert at New Salem Community Fellowship Church

New Salem Community Fellowship Church, Inc. Presents in Concert:The Salemites. The concert will benefit the “Daughters of Divine Destiny”. This great event will take place on Friday, November 20th at 7:30 pm. More...

STC nursing students Recognized at Annual Conference in Macon

Two junior Savannah Technical College nursing students were awarded BYRD/MIZE scholarships from the Georgia Licensed Practical Nursing Association (GLPNA) at its annual conference in Macon on Monday, November 2. More...

City of Savannah and Chatham County Youth Commission Present Teen Leadership Summit

The City of Savannah's Leadership Development Institute in collaboration with the Chatham County Youth Commission are hosting the Teen Leadership Summit on November 21, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. More...

Schools Selected to Receive Title II D Grant

Three SCCPSS high schools have been selected as recipients of the Georgia FY10 Title II D Competitive Grant. The grant has been awarded to Groves High , Johnson High, and Savannah Arts Academy. More...