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July 14, 2010 / Social & Community News

100 Black Men of Savannah, Inc. Launches Summer Enrichment Institute

The 100 Black Men of Savannah, Inc., in partnership with First Tee of Savannah, Inc., launched Pathways to Success Summer Enrichment Institute on July 12, 2010 which, over a two-week period, will provide 25 to 30 Savannah youth , ages 10-15 years, wi More...

Command Chief MSgt. Betty Morgan Retires

Command Chief master Sergeant Betty L. G. Morgan retired this May after thirtytwo years of service in the Georgia Air National Guard. More...

Pride Pools Steps Up to Help West Broad YMCA

Last week Pride Pools and Spas of Savannah stepped up with a $1,200 donation of supplies to the West Broad Street YMCA. More...

Skillful Musicians

Energetic, excited, and attentive young people's responses warmed hearts of the supportive audience. The BRAVO music campers were attendees at the organ performance of Mr. More...

Delta Sigma Theta Announces Little Miss Jabberwock and Miss Jabberwock 2010

Seven beautiful young ladies graced the stage of the Savannah Civic Center Johnny Mercy Theater on May 14, 2010 at Delta Sigma Theta's Jabberwock. More...

19th Consortium of Doctors Conference to Induct a Parade of Stars at the Bouquet of Doctors Banquet

A bevy of distinguished women, dedicated to scholarship, professionalism, and public service will converge upon the city of Savannah July 22nd -25th to explore issues affecting the African- American community, families, youth, and core values agains More...

Labor Commissioner Candidate Darryl A. Hicks Declares War on Unemployment

In April 2010, unemployment rates in Chatham County were 8.4 percent. This was more than double the jobless rate in the area just three years ago in April 2007, when it was 3.5 percent. More...

AWOL Awarded Operational Support Grant from Georgia Council for the Arts for 2011

All Walks of Life (AWOL), a local non-profit organization specializing in an array of youth programs, was recently awarded a $3,000 grant by the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) for 2011. More...

Early/Advance Voting Final Week for July 20, 2010 General Primary

For the convenience of Chatham County electors, early in-person voting for the July General Primary Election, no reason required, has been underway since June 7, 2010. As of July 12, 2010, over 1,600 county voters have cast ballots. More...

What Can $2,500 Do For Your Business?

Pollard's Lawncare is the dream of James Pollard. He launched in early 2007 and soon had over 30 commercial and residential customers. With an expanding customer base, he needed to upgrade to industrial equipment and hire extra help. So, Mr. More...

Let's Dance, Savannah! Slated for July 24

It's time for Coastal Empire residents to get up and get moving during “Let's Dance, Savannah!” The third annual event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Savannah Mall's Center Court. More...

Film on Nova Scotia's Basket Making Tradition to Premier July 15th

A documentary film exploring African traditions in the fine art of basket weaving in Nova Scotia, Canada will have its first U.S. showing in Savannah on July 15, 2010. More...

Savannah State Impacts Local Economy by $136 Million

Savannah State University (SSU) continues to be a major economic engine in the state, pumping $136 million into the Savannah metropolitan economy during Fiscal Year 2009, according to a study conducted by the Selig Center for Economic Growth in the More...