July 21, 2010 RSS feed / Social & Community News

Armstrong Atlantic’s Economic Impact on Region is $215.5 Million

Armstrong Atlantic State University generated more than $215.5 million in economic activity for the region during fiscal year 2009 (July 1, 2008- June 30 2009), according to a study conducted by the Selig Center for Economic Growth in the University More...

Little Mr. and Miss Omar Extravaganza 2010 sponsored by Omar Court #91

Omar Court #91, Daughter's of Isis, an auxiliary to the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine of North and South America held their Annual Little Mr. and Miss Omar Extravaganza on May 2, 2010. More...

Mulligan and Schikowski are Finalists in the Distinguished Young Women of Georgia

On Saturday, July 10, 2010, Caroline Lloyd of Rydal, representing Bartow County, was named Distinguished Young Woman of Georgia (formerly Georgia's Junior Miss) for the class of 2011 during the state's scholarship program Saturday night in Marietta. More...

Step Up receives $140,000 Grant to Support Policy Advocacy and Education

A national foundation has given Step Up Savannah, Inc. a multi-year grant to support its poverty reduction agenda. More...

SCAD Grad and Savannah Resident to be a Competitor on “Project Runway”

April Johnston, a 2010 graduate of the SCAD School of Fashion, has been selected as one of the contestants on the upcoming season of “Project Runway.” At 21 years old, April will be the youngest of the 17 contestants, the largest numbe More...

Foster Receives 2010 Youth Commissioner of the Year Award

On June 11, 2010, the 2010 Brandon Brown Youth Commissioner of the Year Award was awarded to Youth Commissioner Lester Foster. More...

Abeni Cultural Arts, Inc. Receives Grant from Target

Abeni Cultural Arts, Inc. announces a partnership with Target, in recognition of its efforts to spread the love of dance and continue the education of its culture. More...

West Broad Street YMCA has New Look

The West Broad Street YMCA announced a new website today. The site was designed and donated by Systems Connect of Savannah to coordinate with rebranding campaign of YMCA of the USA. More...

City Council Seeks Public Comment on Draft Smoke-Free Ordinance

City Council is seeking input from the public on the draft smoke-free ordinance. More...

Johnson High Alumni, Interdenominational Ministrial Alliance Back to School Health Fair

Sol C. Johnson Alumni Association in conjunction with the Interdenominational Ministrial Alliance is sponsoring a Health Fair Aug. 21, 2010 at the Savannah Civic Center. 10 am - 2 pm. Dental, vision screening, blood pressure and Glucose check. More...

Emergency Preparedness Workshop for Business and NonProfits

Great news: Your questions about emergency planning will be answered! More...

The Savannah Tribune Named Magic 103.9’s Office of the Week

On Thursday, July 15, The Savannah Tribune received a free catered lunch in their offices located at 1805 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. More...

Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity ReStore Hosts Grand Opening

Volunteers and supporters of the Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity ReStore hosted a Grand Opening Block Party at McAlpin Square Shopping Center, 1900 Victory Drive, on Saturday, July 10, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. More...

93,538 Grant Supports Student Literacy

The Educational Technology Center (ETC) at Armstrong Atlantic State University, in partnership with Bartlett Middle School, was recently awarded $93,538 in federal grant funding as part of the fiscal year 2010 Title II, Part D Increasing Student Lit More...

Finding Your Niche in a New Place

How did the small yellow house on Posey Street transform and expand to become Rancho Alegre, the downtown 'hot spot' for Latin American cuisine? More...

Local Artist to Present Portrait Painting Art Show

Savannah native Arthur "Artie" Milton will debut his "Portrait Painting" art show at the Gallery S.P.A.C.E., 9 West Henry St. beginning August 6 through September 3. The opening reception will be held on Friday, August 6th,5-7pm. More...