NAACP to Host Nonpartisan Forum for Statewide Candidates

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

On Sunday, April 22, the Savannah Branch NAACP will host its first state-wide nonpartisan candidate forum prior to the general primary election on May 22. All Statewide and Congressional Candidates invited to participate in the forum are from contested only races on the primary ballot in Chatham County. Those races are for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Insurance Commissioner, … Continue reading “NAACP to Host Nonpartisan Forum for Statewide Candidates”

Byrd Cookie Company to Host Grand Opening Celebration

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

Byrd Cookie Company will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration on Wednesday, April 25, at its new retail store and corporate headquarters, both of which are located in the former Exchange Tavern building on Waters Avenue in Savannah beginning at 11 a.m.. The new store features 16 flavors of cookies for sampling at the Cookie Bar and Ice … Continue reading “Byrd Cookie Company to Host Grand Opening Celebration”

Celebrate The Supports Provided Through Professional Learning

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

The Savannah Chatham County Public School System invites you to celebrate and learn about the supports provided through Professional Learning that make a difference in the career experience of International and IN4 (Induction Pathway) Educators. The district will host a Teacher Success Showcase on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at 3:30PM in the Professional Learning Center at the Whitney Administrative Complex, … Continue reading “Celebrate The Supports Provided Through Professional Learning”

Ways Millennials Can Help Their Parents Get Fit

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

Aging baby boomers who neglect their health and fitness don’t just harm themselves. Their lifestyles also affect their adult children, who eventually could end up caring for them – both financially and physically – as their health declines. So children have a vested interest in encouraging their parents to get fit and stay fit. But young adults who cringe at … Continue reading “Ways Millennials Can Help Their Parents Get Fit”

Cohen’s Retreat Debuts The Clubhouse, An Inspirational Special Events Venue

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

Cohen’s Retreat, a historic landmark locat- ed just 20 minutes south of downtown Savannah in the Moon River District, is pleased to introduce The Clubhouse, an inspirational special events venue. At approximately 1,800 sq.ft., The Clubhouse can comfortably accommodate up to 60 people and is located to the rear of Cohen’s main building. Designed by Clutter Furnishings & Interiors, and … Continue reading “Cohen’s Retreat Debuts The Clubhouse, An Inspirational Special Events Venue”

‘Good Times Jazz Bar & Restaurant’ Now Offers ‘Gospel Brunch’

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

Savannah’s newest jazz venue now offers “Gospel Brunch” to patrons each and every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. EST. Officially opening to the public in October 2017 – Good Times Jazz Bar & Restaurant, a venue “born out of a desire to bring great southern fare, fine wines and the best in jazz to Savannah” officially opened its … Continue reading “‘Good Times Jazz Bar & Restaurant’ Now Offers ‘Gospel Brunch’”

Georgia Southern Announces Spring 2018 Commencement Speakers

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

Three influential Georgians will help Georgia Southern University celebrate the academic accomplishments of graduating students at the 2018 Spring Commencement ceremonies. Georgia Attorney General To Speak To Statesboro Campus Graduate Students Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr will speak at the ceremony for graduate students on Friday, May 4, at 1 p.m. in Hanner Fieldhouse, 590 Herty Drive in Statesboro. Carr … Continue reading “Georgia Southern Announces Spring 2018 Commencement Speakers”

192nd Commencement At Savannah State Is May 5

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

Savannah State University’s (SSU) 192nd Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m., Tiger Arena. Approximately 400 students will graduate with associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees during the ceremonies. The undergraduate commencement speaker will be Marion Orr, Ph.D., ’84. A Savannah native, Orr is the Frederick Lippitt Professor of Public Policy and Professor of Political Science and Urban … Continue reading “192nd Commencement At Savannah State Is May 5”

Abrams Unveils Her Higher Education Policy In Savannah

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

Joined by Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax (D-VA), candidate for governor and former House Democratic Leader Stacey Abrams unveiled her higher education policy in Savannah last Saturday at Savannah State University. Stacey Abrams’ plan for Higher Education and Post-Secondary Pathways has four pillars: Graduating Without Debt; Strengthening Access to Post-High School Opportunities; Supporting Safe, Healthy, Inclusive Campuses; and Helping Students Prepare … Continue reading “Abrams Unveils Her Higher Education Policy In Savannah”

VSU’s Saleem Begins 2018 As Intern at Top Level of State Politics

By Savannah Tribune | April 18, 2018

Valdosta State University’s Haneefah Saleem spent the first three months of 2018 working directly with state senators and representatives at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta, trading in lectures and homework for constituent issues and research on legislation that shapes government policy. Saleem, a political science major from Savannah, Georgia, was chosen to work full time as an intern in … Continue reading “VSU’s Saleem Begins 2018 As Intern at Top Level of State Politics”