Lawton Named Interim Chief of Police for SSU
Major Brian K. Lawton has been named the interim chief of police for Savannah State University effective today, April 9, 2018. Lawton began his law enforcement career with the Georgia State University Police Department in 2000, where he has served on various assignments for the campus. Lawton has been leading the Patrol Division at all the Georgia State campuses that … Continue reading “Lawton Named Interim Chief of Police for SSU”
Savannah Civil Rights Legend Vanda Patton Passes At 79
Vanda Trappio Patton, one of the legendary “foot soldiers” of the Civil Rights Movement in Savannah, Georgia, died April 6, 2018, at 79, from age-related illnesses. Patton was among those African Americans in Savannah who at first were doubtful about civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.’s unwavering commitment to the strategic use of nonviolence to end racial oppression in … Continue reading “Savannah Civil Rights Legend Vanda Patton Passes At 79”
Coastal Jazz Presents: Tribute to Duke Ellington
Coastal Jazz Association (CJA) presents the Duke Ellington Tribute Concert featuring the Savannah Jazz Orchestra and special guest Melvin Jones, Sunday, April 15th at the The Harbor Ballroom, downstairs at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa from 5-7p.m. This is the biggest monthly concert of the year. Purchase tickets today, seating is limited. Edward Kennedy (“Duke”) Ellington was … Continue reading “Coastal Jazz Presents: Tribute to Duke Ellington”