NCNW Host Move & Groove Line Dancing

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

The Savannah Section of National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) hosted “Move and Groove Line Dancing” Saturday, April 29 at La ’Dell’s Event Center as part of their Health Initiative. Dance Instructor, Lamont Hunter led the group to several dance steps that was fun-filled and good workout. Move and Groove Line Dancing was chaired by the Section’s organizer, Estelle … Continue reading “NCNW Host Move & Groove Line Dancing”

Dr. Ann Levett-Polite Appointed As SCCPS Superintendent

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

The Board of Public Education for the City of Savannah and County of Chatham announced Dr. Ann Levett as the selected candidate for the position of District Superintendent. Dr. Levett currently serves as the school district’s Deputy Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer. Levett has held positions as a professional educator for more than 41 years. She was employed in the … Continue reading “Dr. Ann Levett-Polite Appointed As SCCPS Superintendent”

Stacy Cobb Makes History At UGA

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

Savannah native Stacy Cobb made history on May 6, 2017, becoming the first African-American to earn a Ph.D. in Statistics at the University of Georgia. Along the way, Stacy has discovered an expansive capacity for learning, the importance of role models and the crucial role that confidence plays in the formula for academic success. While at UGA, she studied in … Continue reading “Stacy Cobb Makes History At UGA”

Rep. Gilliard to Host Georgia Poverty Summit

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Garden City) will host the Georgia Poverty Summit from Wednesday, May 17 – Friday, May 19, 2017, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Savannah Technical College on 5717 White Bluff Road. The Georgia Poverty Summit a three-day career fair and keynote speakers will include the Department of Human Services Commissioner Robyn A. Crittenden, the Department … Continue reading “Rep. Gilliard to Host Georgia Poverty Summit”

You Are My Heart And Soul

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

Thank you…For standing by me through thick and thin; For not giving up on me when I didn’t win. For your patience when I kept pushing you away; For caring when I said I didn’t need you anyway. I am grateful knowing…I can count on your strength; Ask for your support, and know you’ll go to any length. When I … Continue reading “You Are My Heart And Soul”

Alderman Van R. Johnson, II Receives 2017 ACCG Civic and Community Engagement Advocate Award

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

ACCG, Georgia’s county association, recently awarded Savannah Alderman Van R. Johnson II (District 1) with the 2017 Civic and Community Engagement Advocate of the Year Award. Each year, ACCG uses its Awards and Recognition Program to honor individuals, businesses and organizations that work to further the mission of county government, ACCG, or both. Johnson accepted the award on April 29th … Continue reading “Alderman Van R. Johnson, II Receives 2017 ACCG Civic and Community Engagement Advocate Award”

Deep Speaks Showcases Savannah’s Best Young Authors

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

Forty of Savannah’s public middle school students will take to the stage of the Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St., at 6:30 p.m., May 15, for the Deep Speaks book launch and literary reading series. Doors open at 6 p.m. and admission is free. These young authors, among the 122 youths who completed Deep Center’s spring semester Young Author Project, … Continue reading “Deep Speaks Showcases Savannah’s Best Young Authors”

Senior Revival

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

Temple of Glory, 1105 Stiles Ave, presents “Senior Revival” every 1st Monday beginning May 1st at 12 Noon. Following each service, Temple Cafe will be providing $5 lunches to all seniors. You’re invited to join us! Bishop Matthew M. Odum, Sr., Pastor. Overseer Annette Salter, Executive Pastor

Sister’s Court Apartments Celebrates Grand Reopening

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

National Church Residences celebrated the Grand Re-opening of Sister’s Court Apartments on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Originally built in 1894 as the Little Sisters of the Poor, the building served as a convent and refuge for Savannah’s low-income senior citizens until the building was sold in 1971. It was later transformed into affordable senior housing and, in 2014, was purchased … Continue reading “Sister’s Court Apartments Celebrates Grand Reopening”

One Night Revival

By Savannah Tribune | May 10, 2017

Bethany Missionary Baptist Church, 2139 Margery Street. Savannah, Georgia. Our Messenger For The Occasion Will Be A Powerful Man Of God: Rev. Andrew Staley, Pastor Of Mt Olivet Missionary Baptist Church, 4528 Ogeechee Road, Savannah, Ga. Wednesday, May 10, 2017. Time: 7:00 Pm. Theme: “A Season For Revival When God Shows Up”