The Bohemian Hotel Savannah Riverfront Opens

By | July 30, 2009

The Bohemian Hotel Savannah Riverfront, the latest luxury boutique hotel by The Kessler Collection in Orlando, Fla., officially opened in Savannah, Ga. on Friday, July 24, but a ceremonial ribbon-cutting was held on Tuesday, July 28. This exquisite new property, which is the first new hotel overlooking the Savannah River to open its doors in 17 years, complements The Kessler … Continue reading “The Bohemian Hotel Savannah Riverfront Opens”

Thurmond Appointed Pastor of St. Paul C.M.E

By | July 30, 2009

On Friday, July 17th in Macon, Georgia during the Regional Annual Conference of the Central Georgia Region of the Sixth Episcopal District, Bishop Othal H. Lakey, presiding prelate appointed Rev. Da’Henri R. Thurmond, Sr. to pastor St. Paul Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Thurmond, a native of Augusta Ga., is the third of four children born to Mrs. Maxine Thurmond and … Continue reading “Thurmond Appointed Pastor of St. Paul C.M.E”

ABWA Victory Chapter Completes Transition of Power

By | July 30, 2009

The American Business Women’s Association, Victory Chapter, completed its transition of power recentlywith Carolyn Guilford, (l) passing the gavel to incoming president Letha Moore as Vice- President Cledith Ling and Secretary Elizabeth Allen look on. August 1st will begin the 2009-2010 term of office. The Mission of ABWA Victory Chapter is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to … Continue reading “ABWA Victory Chapter Completes Transition of Power”

Barton Malow Reaches Out to Savannah’s Minority Construction Community

By | July 30, 2009

Barton Malow Company and the City of Savannah’s Department of Economic Development Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) Program provided a free OSHA 10-Hour Safety Class on June 24. Nearly 30 M/WBE firms were in attendance. Sessions focused on federal safety guidelines for trenching and excavation, electrical, mechanical, scaffolds and fall protection on construction sites. Brian Swinks, Barton Malow safety … Continue reading “Barton Malow Reaches Out to Savannah’s Minority Construction Community”

McGraw Retires from SSU

By | July 30, 2009

Laura G. McGraw, executive secretary to the president at Savannah State University, was honored for her 41 years of service during a retirement reception held on July 15, 2009, in the King-Frazier Student Center ballroom. The program included memorable McGraw moments shared by nowretired colleagues: Dr. Charles J. Elmore, Dr. Annette K. Brock, Mrs. Shirley B. James and Dr. Clyde … Continue reading “McGraw Retires from SSU”

Coastal Jazz Association Pays Tribute to Johnny Mercer

By | July 30, 2009

The Coastal Jazz Association paid tribute to one of Savannah’s own, Johnny Herndon Mercer, last Sunday at the Sheraton Four Points Hotel at corners of MLKing, Jr. and West Bryan Sts. It was standing room only when Teddy Adams, Huxsie Scott and Ben Tucker, members of the Savannah Coastal Jazz Association Hall of Fame took center stage. Adams called it … Continue reading “Coastal Jazz Association Pays Tribute to Johnny Mercer”

SSU Names Chief of Public Safety

By | July 30, 2009

Creighton Roberts has been named chief of Savannah State University’s (SSU) Department of Public Safety. Roberts’ promotion from deputy chief, the position he held since February 2006, was effective July 1. As SSU’s deputy chief, Roberts managed the Patrol and the Criminal Investigation divisions as well as the daily operations of the department. Prior to joining Savannah State, Roberts worked … Continue reading “SSU Names Chief of Public Safety”

AASU Names Dean of Liberal Arts

By | July 30, 2009

Armstrong Atlantic State University (AASU) has named Laura Barrett dean of the College of Liberal Arts. She has served on the FAU faculty since 1998 as a charter member of the Wilkes Honors College faculty. “Dr. Barrett has established an excellent record as a teacher and a scholar,” said Ellen V. Whitford, AASU vice president of academic affairs and dean … Continue reading “AASU Names Dean of Liberal Arts”

Entrepreneurial Center Awards Dinner Honors Local Businesses

By | July 30, 2009

On Saturday, July 25, The Savannah Entrepreneurial Center held its Fourth Annual Fundraiser Dinner in which entrepreneurs within the community are honored for theirwork. Lemuel “Russ” Moore served as speaker for the evening. Pictured above are winners for the evening including (L-R): Tony Byrd — Newsboy Network; Carolyn Guilford — Health Restoration 101; David Smalls — David Smalls Photography; Eugene … Continue reading “Entrepreneurial Center Awards Dinner Honors Local Businesses”

Groves Class of 1985

By | July 30, 2009

Attention Groves High School Class of 1985 members. We are looking to begin planning for our 25th class reunion please contact Sabrina Lovett-Robinson at slovett1302@bellsouth.net, Sylvia Gadson-Walker at sylwalker@ msn.com.