Carver: A Community Development Financial Institution

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

Delivered August 26, 2016 in Jackson, MS at the “CDFI Banks in the Southeast: Embracing New Opportunities and Addressing Challenges” Forum. The forum was sponsored by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta, Community Development Bankers Association, National Bankers Association, and National Community Investment Fund. Good morning. My name is Robert James, II, and I … Continue reading “Carver: A Community Development Financial Institution”

Teen Mya Smiley Named Superintendent’s Student of the Month

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

Teen Mya Smiley was recognized by the Savannah Chatham County Public School System at last month’s board meeting as the Superintendent’s Student of the month of January. Teen Mya is the daughter of Mr. Willet and Stephanie Williams and attends Temple of Glory Community Church. She was inducted into the Savannah Chapter of Top Teens of America in 2012 and … Continue reading “Teen Mya Smiley Named Superintendent’s Student of the Month”

Savannah-Chatham County Labor Summit 2016 Resolution of Support

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

On September 3, 2016, representatives from Savannah- Chatham County labor unions, faith-based community, neighborhood associations, etc., met in a Labor Summit focused on protecting local jobs, adopted the following resolution: WHEAREAS: Local union leaders and union members are committed to building an effective coalition to stand in solidarity for Savannah Chatham County working class, and WHEREAS: Participants in the Savannah-Chatham … Continue reading “Savannah-Chatham County Labor Summit 2016 Resolution of Support”

“Seuss Fest” At Savannah Children’s Museum

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

On Saturday, February 25th, families from around the lowcountry are invited to celebrate everything Dr. Seuss during “Seuss Fest.” Event attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite Dr. Seuss character, in honor of the children’s book author. The event will will take place from 10 am to 4pm at Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd. Savannah, GA 31401. Our … Continue reading ““Seuss Fest” At Savannah Children’s Museum”

A-Town Get Down Kickoff Set

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

Savannah’s 7th Annual A-Town Get Down Art & Music Festival is returning on March 25, and to celebrate, A-Town is hosting a kickoff celebration at Service Brewing located at 574 Indian St. in Savannah on Saturday, February 25, from Guests must be 21 or older to attend. Enjoy the sounds of Savannah’s funk and blues band, Missionary Blues and jazz … Continue reading “A-Town Get Down Kickoff Set”

Southern Regional Press Institute Returns To Savannah State

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

Savannah State University will host its 66th annual Southern Regional Press Institute (SRPI) on February 23 and 24, 2017, on campus. SRPI is a twoday mass media conference primarily for college students from the Southeast. A few workshops are offered for high school, middle and elementary school students who are involved in student media in their schools. The theme for … Continue reading “Southern Regional Press Institute Returns To Savannah State”

Irons In the Fire 2017

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

On Saturday, February 25th, the Savannah community is invited to attend an artisan blacksmithing demonstration from 10 am to 4 pm at Georgia State Railroad Museum. Blacksmiths from across the Southeast will showcase their craft and fabricate items for purchase in the blacksmith shop. The expert metalsmith artists will share a variety of designs using just the Old World tools … Continue reading “Irons In the Fire 2017”

Megagenesis X: Savannah

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

The Savannah Chatham County Public School System, Chatham County Youth Commissioner, The 100 Black Men of Savannah, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. are sponsoring MEGAGENESIS XI – SAVANNAH – Excel in High School: Go to College” on Saturday, February 25, 2017, at Sol C. Johnson High School from 9:00P.M.-3:10P.M. MEGAGENESIS is a program designed to promote a college-going culture … Continue reading “Megagenesis X: Savannah”

Bowen To Speak About “The Legal Risks of Live-Streaming Videos” At the SMART Luncheon

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

Business and entertainment attorney Charles Bowen of The Bowen Law Group will speak on Tuesday, March 7 at the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Council SMART Lunch Series. Bowen will present the second installment of the two-part series “The Legal Risks of Live-Streaming Videos” during the monthly luncheon at the Savannah Morning News auditorium, 1375 Chatham Parkway. Bowen’s … Continue reading “Bowen To Speak About “The Legal Risks of Live-Streaming Videos” At the SMART Luncheon”

2018 SCCPSS District Teacher of the Year Announced at Annual Gala

By Savannah Tribune | February 22, 2017

The annual Savannah Chatham County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Gala was held Friday, February 17, 2017, at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa. Fifty-five teachers were honored from nearly every school in the District and Cindy Jeffries of Haven Elementary School was named the 2018 Teacher of the Year. As a representative of the many quality … Continue reading “2018 SCCPSS District Teacher of the Year Announced at Annual Gala”