Ben Katko
WSAV News 3
Savannah, GA, United States
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Pay It Forward: Secret Saints Corporation
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A new nonprofit in Savannah is doing everything it can to give back. In less than six months of existence, Secret Saints Corporation has helped hundreds of people. The founders, Lindsay Stewart and Roma Patel, are longtime friends and coworkers with the same overflowing desire to give back. “We work together. […] → Read More
Artist Kenedra Coney is building balloon sculptures for a cause
SAVANNAH, Ga (WSAV) — Oftentimes, we associate big colorful balloons with something happy and fun. For one woman in Savannah—she’s making a living off of it. There’s no doubt about it, either. The beauty of colorful balloons is in Kenedra Coney’s blood. “As a child, I loved balloons and all. When I made my […] → Read More
Pay It Forward: 7-year-old Savannah boy in fight of his life
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — A 7-year-old Savannah boy is in a fight for his life with a community rallying around him. By all accounts, you can call Grayson Cronin your normal, everyday little boy. But what’s going on inside of him is anything but normal. “He’s a fighter. He’s a fighter and he’s doing well,” said Grayson’s […] → Read More
Pay It Forward: Small hands helping with big needs at Savannah church
There is no singular way to give back and make a difference in your community. → Read More
Jesup mom remembers son lost on 9/11
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Among the thousands of lives lost in New York City on 9/11, a man named Fred Cox was one of them. WSAV met with Cox’s mother one year after the attack. We talked to her again on the 20th anniversary of that day to see how life has changed. “Fred lived […] → Read More
Richmond Hill man’s love of trains captivates community
"For parents of kids that are differently-abled, we want people to not be aware of them, we want them to accept them." → Read More
WATCH LIVE: Trump’s defense team presents case against impeachment, Democrats demand Bolton testify
President Donald Trump’s legal team will continue presenting opening arguments in his impeachment trial on Monday as Democrats ramp up their calls for John Bolton to testify. → Read More
Community Corner: Gullah Celebration returns to Lowcountry this week
The Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration is back! → Read More
Bitty and Beau's Coffee to open third shop in Savannah this weekend
The first Bitty and Beau's opened in 2016 in North Carolina. Savannah is now home to their third edition. → Read More
Why are voter registration numbers surging right now?
There's a voter registration trend emerging, and local experts say it might make things more interesting come Election Day. → Read More
Community Corner: Giving kids the gift of art
You've probably heard about subscription boxes before for food, clothes and cosmetics. But, what about art? → Read More
Community Corner: Tybee Pirate Fest returns this weekend
Grab your best pirate outfit and eye patch - Tybee Island's annual Pirate Fest returns this weekend! → Read More
Savannah gym debuts program to give back to local veterans
There are so many ways to give back to our veterans. There is now one more very unique way in Savannah. → Read More
Technology experts say drone jobs on the rise; Find out how to get certified
If you're running through the endless job listings online looking for that next opportunity maybe it's not the computer screen where you should be staring. Maybe you should look up. → Read More
Group deploys sea level sensor program to get ahead of storms
A unique partnership in Chatham County plans to keep you and your home safer when the next storm hits. → Read More
Group of Savannah artists launch program to adopt teachers
There are a lot of resources out there designed to help students succeed, but what about teachers? → Read More
Community Corner: Discussing Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
Donna Camacho with the Alzheimer’s Association in Savannah stopped by on ‘Community Corner’ to talk about the organization’s upcoming trip to Washington, the color purple and more about the month. → Read More
Community Corner: Help World Series champ Josh Reddick raise money for charity
Come join World Series champion and Effingham County native, Josh Reddick, this Saturday and help raise money for charity at the same time. Saturday, January 27th is the 4th Annual Josh Reddick Charity Concert featuring Brian Fuller, Trea Landon and headliner Chris Janson. Reddick stopped by News 3 Today to talk about this → Read More
Community Corner: How to get free tax prep help in Savannah
Believe it or not, tax season is right around the corner. There is no doubt tax time can be confusing, and expensive, but you have to file no matter what. Perhaps you need a little help doing that this year. Debra Simmons of the Neighborhood Improvement Association joined Wednesday's Community Corner to discuss → Read More
Community Corner: Holiday fun at the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
Believe it or not, Christmas is just ten days away. Perhaps you're looking for another way to find a little Christmas cheer. Look no further than the December Nights and Holiday Lights events at the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens. We sit down with Rene Clayton, event coordinator at the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens → Read More