2016 Music Awards… And The Winners Are

By | November 23, 2016

The 2016 American Music Awards (AMA) held this past Sunday on November 20, 2016, was the biggest fan voted award show, according to E News. Hosted by model Gigi Hadid and Comedian Jay Pharoah, the 2016 AMA was a complete success for many familiar artists in the music industry. Performers such as Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber captivated … Continue reading “2016 Music Awards… And The Winners Are”

United Way Of Coastal Empire Exceeds Campaign Goal

By | November 23, 2016

United Way of the Coastal Empire announced the final total of this year’s fundraising efforts at the Victory Celebration held at the Hyatt Regency in Savannah. Donors exceeded the goal of $8,338,000, raising $8,465,604. Campaign Chair Kay Ford expressed her gratitude to thousands of volunteers, donors, and corporate partners for pulling together to raise funds to help those in need. … Continue reading “United Way Of Coastal Empire Exceeds Campaign Goal”

House Minority Leader Abrams Condemns Anti-Muslim Legislation

By | November 23, 2016

Georgia House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams condemned newly introduced legislation that would bar Muslim women from wearing certain types of religious headwear when posing for a Georgia driver’s license. H.B. 3 also makes wearing such headwear while driving a criminal act. “This offensive and bigoted legislation is a direct result of the rhetoric we heard during Donald Trump’s Islamophobic Presidential … Continue reading “House Minority Leader Abrams Condemns Anti-Muslim Legislation”

189th Commencement At Savannah State University

By | November 23, 2016

Savannah State University’s (SSU) 189th Commencement will be held on Saturday, December 10, at 9 a.m. in Tiger Arena. Approximately 300 students will graduate with associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees during the ceremony. The commencement speaker will be University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Henry “Hank” Huckaby, who oversees the 29 public colleges and universities in the USG. Prior to … Continue reading “189th Commencement At Savannah State University”

The Coastal Empire is Saddened at the Loss of Don Logana

By | November 23, 2016

The Coastal Empire and the Low Country communities are saddened with the news of the death of WTOC news anchor Don Logana on last Sunday morning. He was killed in a car crash about 4 a.m. The Savannah Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team was investigating on the South Carolina side of the Talmadge Bridge. where police discovered … Continue reading “The Coastal Empire is Saddened at the Loss of Don Logana”

Georgia Hospital Association Honors 2016 Hospital Heroes

By | November 23, 2016

On Nov. 11, 2016, the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) presented its annual Hospital Hero Awards at the association’s Annual Meeting held in Savannah. Recipients of the award were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the health care field. GHA Chairman Steve Gautney and GHA President and CEO Earl Rogers presented the prestigious awards to eight Hospital Hero winners, two Physician … Continue reading “Georgia Hospital Association Honors 2016 Hospital Heroes”

Savannah Community- Mourns The Loss of Master Firefighter Michael Curry

By | November 23, 2016

Master Firefighter Michael Curry was among the firefighters and other first responders who responded to the dock ramp collapse on River St. Saturday afternoon just before 4:00 p.m. Curry was assisting with the rescue of dozens of people who had fallen into the river as a result of the ramp collapse. Curry suffered a medical condition on scene and collapsed. … Continue reading “Savannah Community- Mourns The Loss of Master Firefighter Michael Curry”

Benjamin Accepts Interim Dean Position at Old Dominion University

By | November 23, 2016

Old Dominion University of Norfolk Virginia is pleased to inform you that Dr. Richardean Benjamin, the current Associate Dean for the College of Health Sciences, has graciously agreed to serve as Interim Dean effective January 1, 2017 until a national search is conducted to appoint a permanent dean. Dr. Benjamin is uniquely qualified to serve in this capacity because of … Continue reading “Benjamin Accepts Interim Dean Position at Old Dominion University”

SSU Hosts Regional Robotics Competition

By | November 23, 2016

Savannah State University (SSU) will host the annual FIRST LEGO League (FLL) regional competition on Saturday, December 3. The opening ceremonies will begin at 7:30 a.m. in King-Frazier student center before the competition starts in Willcox-Wiley at 8 a.m. SSU’s College of Sciences and Technology (COST) coordinates the on-campus aspects of the event and provides volunteer mentors to the student … Continue reading “SSU Hosts Regional Robotics Competition”

Gospel Artist Tasha Cobbs To Appear in Savannah

By | November 23, 2016

Georgia native, Natasha Tameika “Tasha” Cobbs is an American urban contemporary gospel musician, born July 7, 1981 in Jesup, GA. A singer and songwriter, Tasha Cobbs has been active in the Gospel Music industry since 2010, and is currently signed with the labels EMI Gospel and Motown Gospel. As the daughter of ministers, Tasha grew up in the church at … Continue reading “Gospel Artist Tasha Cobbs To Appear in Savannah”