Savannah State Announces 2013 Heritage Festival

By | November 28, 2012

Historian, Preservationist, Civil Rights Leader, and founder of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival Living the Legacy is the central theme of the 2013 Savannah Black Heritage Festival scheduled for Feb. 1-23, 2013. Selected programs will be presented that pay tribute to the late Westley W. Law, historian, preservationist, Civil Rights leader, and founder of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. The … Continue reading “Savannah State Announces 2013 Heritage Festival”

Otis Johnson Portrait Unveiled

By | November 28, 2012

Otis Johnson, the city’s 64th mayor has been recently honored with the unveiling of his official portrait. The portrait is displayed in the Hall of Mayors in Savannah’s city hall. It is something that Johnson says he has been waiting for since he took office in 2004. Johnson has been working on his biography since leaving office. Johnson was very … Continue reading “Otis Johnson Portrait Unveiled”

Richmond Hill Welcomes First Black Christmas Parade Grand Marshall

By | November 28, 2012

Congratulations to Donald Singleton of Richmond Hill, Georgia. He has been selected to serve as Grand Marshall of the 2012 Richmond Hill Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 1. He is the first African American to have this honor. Singleton was born and raised in Richmond Hill, attended the original George Washington Carver School from elementary through high school. He is … Continue reading “Richmond Hill Welcomes First Black Christmas Parade Grand Marshall”

The Honorable Edna Branch Jackson to Speak Commencement

By | November 28, 2012

Savannah State University will hold its 181st commencement ceremony at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 8, 2011, in Tiger Arena. Approximately 215 students will receive undergraduate and graduate degrees during the ceremony, which is free and open to the public. The Honorable Edna Branch Jackson, mayor of the city of Savannah, will be the guest speaker. Jackson is the 65th mayor … Continue reading “The Honorable Edna Branch Jackson to Speak Commencement”

Patterson of JCB Inc. is CEO Chair of Equipment Manufacturers’ Group

By | November 28, 2012

John Patterson, Chairman & CEO of JCB Inc., Savannah, Georgia, has been elected 2013 CE Chair of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), the North American-based international trade group for companies that manufacture equipment, products and services used worldwide in the agricultural, construction, forestry, mining and utility sectors. Patterson was elected by his peers on the AEM Board of Directors … Continue reading “Patterson of JCB Inc. is CEO Chair of Equipment Manufacturers’ Group”

Civil Rights Figure Gregory Comes to Savannah

By | November 28, 2012

On December 8, 2012 history will be made when the Honorable Dick Gregory, comedian and Civil Rights Leader, comes to Savannah. Gregory is known as the curator of the Bohemian Diet and known in the Civil Rights movement as the comedian that stood up for the rights of poor people. Mr. Gregory is still one of America’s leading human rights … Continue reading “Civil Rights Figure Gregory Comes to Savannah”

Daughter of James Brown Coming to Savannah

By | November 28, 2012

Soul singer, James Brown’s daughter, Deanna Brown, will be the special guest at Feed the Hungry’s 2012 Christmas Dinner on December 22, 2012. This year promises to be a tremendous event that will celebrate Feed the Hungry’s focus on eradicating hunger. Feed the Hungry will be partnering with the legendary James Brown Family Foundation. Each year we announce an ambassador … Continue reading “Daughter of James Brown Coming to Savannah”

Omar Makes Donation to Savannah Feed the Hungry

By | November 28, 2012

Omar Temple No. 21 Shriners and Omar Court No. 91 Daughters of Isis held their Annual Potentate and Commandress Charity Ball, Saturday, November 17, 2012 at the Savannah Civic Center Ballroom with nearly 400 attendees for the formal event. The Ball celebrated the accomplishments of the Temple and Court community service involvement under the leadership of the Illustrious Potentate Edward … Continue reading “Omar Makes Donation to Savannah Feed the Hungry”

Savannah Chapter of The Links, Inc. Gives Scholarship to AASU

By | November 28, 2012

As a body of professional women, education is one of the cornerstones of the Savannah Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. Members of the Savannah Chapter presented Armstrong Atlantic State University with a scholarship award of $1,000.00. Carey H. Adams, Provost and Vice-President for Academic Affairs and Julie T. Gerbsch, Director of Major & Planned Giving for AASU were present during … Continue reading “Savannah Chapter of The Links, Inc. Gives Scholarship to AASU”

White House Lawyer to Join Savannah Law School Faculty

By | November 28, 2012

Savannah Law School (SLS), a branch of the ABA-accredited Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS), announced on November 19, 2012, that Andrew McCanse Wright, outgoing Associate Counsel to the President at the White House, will join the SLS faculty beginning in the 2013- 2014 academic year. For the past two years, Wright has served in the Office of White House … Continue reading “White House Lawyer to Join Savannah Law School Faculty”