Hardwick Receives Jefferson Award

By | February 25, 2009

Dr. Clifford E. Hardwick, III, has received the Jefferson Award for Public Service Certificate of Excellence. Paul P. Hinchey, President and CEO of St. Joseph’s /Candler presented the award on February 5th, at a meeting of the Directors’ Council of the hospital. The Jefferson Award is a prestigious national recognition of individuals committed to local, grassroots community volunteerism and public … Continue reading “Hardwick Receives Jefferson Award”

SSU to host Southern Regional Press Institute

By | February 25, 2009

Savannah State University (SSU) will host its 58th annual Southern Regional Press Institute (SRPI), “Career Opportunities in the Age of New Media,” from Feb. 26-27, on the SSU campus. The institute is a twoday mass media conference for high school and college students. Special workshops for elementary and middle school students will also be provided. Registration, available on-site, will begin … Continue reading “SSU to host Southern Regional Press Institute”

Taste of Savannah: A Success

By | February 25, 2009

Nearly 1,000 people turned out Friday night to enjoy the very best fare prepared by nearly two-dozen local restaurants, caterers and associated businesses for the annual Taste of Savannah®. The three-hour affair at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center on Hutchinson Island sported a theme of “Jazz … the Soul Ingredient.” The ninth annual upscale tasting event was organized … Continue reading “Taste of Savannah: A Success”

Shank Receives Key to City at Small Business Conference

By | February 25, 2009

My Sojourn at The Savannah Tribune

By | February 25, 2009

My sojourn at The Savannah Tribune has been invaluable to my life’s journey. It seems, not so long ago, that I stood on the sidewalk outside The Savannah Tribune office at 916 Montgomery Street with my husband, Zyon, and our three-year old son, Zyon Jordan. One week earlier, we had moved from Wichita, KS, with no prospects of jobs or … Continue reading “My Sojourn at The Savannah Tribune”

MEGAGENESIS to be held at Johnson High

By | February 25, 2009

MEGAGENESIS will be held on Saturday, February 28, from 9am to 3pm at Johnson High School. This year’s event will feature a college fair that will spotlight more than forty colleges and universities, a career workshop with more than fifty professions represented, as well as a talent and stepshow. A motivational and informative message will also be delivered by Dr. … Continue reading “MEGAGENESIS to be held at Johnson High”

Geechee Kunda Traveling Exhibit at SSU

By | February 25, 2009

Geechee Kunda’s Traveling Exhibit “Gola Kissi” Gullah Geechee: Africa in America will open on Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 5:30 pm at the State of Georgia’s only HBCU in the Gullah Geechee Corridor, Savannah State University. The exhibit shall run until March 1, 2009. The exhibit is located in Adams Hall on the SSU campus. On Thursday evening there will … Continue reading “Geechee Kunda Traveling Exhibit at SSU”

AASU to Host Lecture for Women’s History Month

By | February 25, 2009

Armstrong Atlantic State University (AASU) will celebrate Women’s History Month in March with a lecture by Patricia Russell-McCloud. “Women making extraordinary history…in a not so ordinary world,” will be presented on Sunday, March 1 at 5 p.m. in University Hall 156 on the AASU campus, 11935 Abercorn Street. The lecture is free and the public is invited. Russell-McCloud has been … Continue reading “AASU to Host Lecture for Women’s History Month”

Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc. celebrates Founder’s Day

By | February 25, 2009

Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. will celebrate Founders’ Day on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at 4:00 p.m., at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 1401 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. The speaker will be Dr. Henrietta Gray. Dr. Clemontine F. Washington is the Chapter’s President. The community is invited to share in this special occasion with the … Continue reading “Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc. celebrates Founder’s Day”

Shop for a Good Cause

By | February 25, 2009

It could be easy to get overwhelmed with all the bad news about our economy, especially if you are homeless. More and more people are coming to Old Savannah City Mission looking for help. From January 2008 compared to January this year, there is a 30% in number of meals served. Even though donations are down 12%, there is simply … Continue reading “Shop for a Good Cause”