Bank of America Connects Savannah Youth To Work Success Through Paid Virtual Summer Leadership Experience

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

Bank of America today announced that the two Savannah high school juniors and seniors selected as Student Leaders (#BofAStudentLeaders) have started their paid summer internship experience of leadership, civic engagement, and workforce skills-building. In light of the health concerns that remain in local communities, the program has been adapted to a virtual format, through which students will have the opportunity … Continue reading “Bank of America Connects Savannah Youth To Work Success Through Paid Virtual Summer Leadership Experience”

Georgia Voting Rights Activists: Expansion Of Absentee Voting Drop Boxes Is Important, But More Can Be Done

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

Today, the Georgia Election Protection Coalition released a joint statement about the Georgia State Board of Elections’ rules amendments ahead of the August 11th runoff. The rules, which allow counties to set up 24/7 absentee ballot drop boxes for the runoff and give counties the ability to begin processing absentee ballots ahead of election day, will give more Georgians the … Continue reading “Georgia Voting Rights Activists: Expansion Of Absentee Voting Drop Boxes Is Important, But More Can Be Done”

NNPA Salutes Attorney Benjamin Crump in Memory & Honor of the Family of George Floyd

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) will pay tribute to civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump and his law firm while honoring the family of George Floyd, during the NNPA’s Annual Convention scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, and Thursday, July 9. Registration for the NNPA virtual conference is free. All can register at www.virtualnnpa2020.com. The Virtual Convention marks the 80th anniversary … Continue reading “NNPA Salutes Attorney Benjamin Crump in Memory & Honor of the Family of George Floyd”

Savannah State Receives Gift From Savannah Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

Savannah State University Interim President Kimberly Ballard-Washington accepted a gift of $11,000 from the Savannah Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. on June 26, 2020. Savannah Alumnae Chapter President Sametria McFall presented a $10,000 check to fund needbased scholarships. The $1,000 balance will be used toward the Georgia Branch Dillard Scholarship, which was established by chapter member Edna … Continue reading “Savannah State Receives Gift From Savannah Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.”

Buy Local Savannah Gives Back

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

On Thursday, June 25th, 2020 Buy Local Savannah distributed a total of $2500.00 to nonprofit members to help further their initiatives in giving back locally. EmployAbility, Savannah Center for Blind and Low Vision, Ronald Mc- Donald House Charities of the Coastal Empire and Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia give back to the Savannah area community in unique ways, and they … Continue reading “Buy Local Savannah Gives Back”

Local Student Veniece T. Blount Receives National Honor

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) today announced student Veniece T Blount from Savannah, GA, has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The Society recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated Outstanding leadership, scholarship and community commitment. The announcement was made by NSHSS Founder and Chairman Claes Nobel, senior member of the family that established … Continue reading “Local Student Veniece T. Blount Receives National Honor”

Tune In To An Important Zoom Session On Redistricting Reform

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

Join us at 6 p.m., Wednesday, July 15, via Zoom for an important presentation on the current status of redistricting reform in the state. Pat Byrd, executive director of Fair Districts Georgia, will discuss the challenges Georgia faces in 2021, including reapportionment, redistricting and gerrymandering. During this critical session, we will learn how Covid 19-related postponements in the 2020 Census … Continue reading “Tune In To An Important Zoom Session On Redistricting Reform”

Pastor Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. Celebrates His 98th Birthday

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

Come celebrate the 98th birthday of Pastor Matthew Southall Brown, Sr, in a celebratory parade of cars. On Saturday, July 18th, 2020 at 10:00 am, the procession will begin. The staging area will be located on Hopkins Street next to Alfred E. Beach High School. Pastor Brown will be seated on the porch of 925 West Victory Drive, the resident … Continue reading “Pastor Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. Celebrates His 98th Birthday”

Connors Temple Plans Installation Service for Pastor-Elect

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

On February 25, 2020, a church meeting was held for the purpose of the election of a pastor. Two candidates were presented, a secret ballot vote was taken, the election results tabulated, and Thomas Jamaine Sills declared the winner. It was motioned, seconded, and carried that Sills become the fifth pastor of Connors Temple Baptist Church. His Installation Service is … Continue reading “Connors Temple Plans Installation Service for Pastor-Elect”

Savannah Native Serves At Commander, Carrier Strike Group 15

By Savannah Tribune | July 08, 2020

A Savannah, Georgia native and Windsor Forest High School graduate is serving at Commander, Carrier Strike Group (CCSG) 15 located in San Diego. Intelligence Specialist 2nd Class Joshua James works as an operations intelligence analyst, assisting a watch team that provides warnings and indications for all assets in the 3rd Fleet area of responsibility. “I joined the Navy to make … Continue reading “Savannah Native Serves At Commander, Carrier Strike Group 15”