Claire Going
WSAV News 3
Savannah, GA, United States
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Then and Now: RBC Heritage tournament
Today, Hilton Head Island is known for its challenging golf courses and hospitality. But in 1969, Hilton Head Island was just a little-known Lowcountry treasure. → Read More
Healthy Savannah, YMCA work to improve pedestrian safety as more students walk to school
Healthy Savannah and the YMCA of Coastal Georgia are leading an initiative that will identify safety barriers such as a lack of sidewalks, cracked pavement and inaccessible intersections in 12 communities. → Read More
Savannah Fire Dept. awards firefighters for outstanding service in annual ceremony
Savannah Fire Chief Derik Minard presented awards and recognized retired personnel at Thursday’s event. → Read More
SCCPSS tackles learning loss created by remote school year
Their first plan of action — social and emotional learning plans developed by school counselors to help students assimilate back into in-person learning and interacting with their peers. → Read More
SCCPSS implements free lunches for all students
Savannah-Chatham County Public School officials recently announced all students will have access to free meals this school year. → Read More
SCCPSS addresses bus driver shortage for upcoming school year
The district says they have a task force working to resolve the issue. They have more than 20 candidates in various stages of the hiring process for the upcoming school year. → Read More
SCCPSS imposes masks mandate for upcoming school year
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS) will be requiring all students and staff to wear masks in this upcoming school year. Masks will not be required for outside athletics, SCCPSS said. The school system made the announcement at a press conference Tuesday morning. The city of Savannah reinstated its mask […] → Read More
Georgia farmers working to decrease food insecurity in local communities
Georgia-based Corner Greens is using hydroponic shipping containers to cultivate their produce. Owners Joan and Rob Flanders say they do it for their community and for the sake of using a more sustainable method. → Read More
Historical marker celebrates 100 years of Colonial Group
The Georgia Historical Society unveiled a new marker Wednesday celebrating Colonial Group reaching 100 years in business. → Read More
Live Oak Public Libraries host driver safety simulators
Live Oak Public Libraries (LOPL) is teaming up with the Savannah Technical College and the Coastal Georgia Center for Driver Safety to host driving simulators at libraries in Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties. → Read More
Herschel V. Jenkins High School celebrates history with brick giveaway
More than 1,000 commemorative bricks reserved from the demolition of the original building were distributed to students, graduates, and supporters of the school. → Read More
15 Savannah-Chatham County schools join GRE4T Initiative toward personalized learning
GRE4T is an $18.5 million federal grant to expand virtual and personalized learning in the state. → Read More
Asbury Memorial, Wesley Oak churches merge in support of LGBTQ+ rights
Asbury Memorial Church announced its merger with Wesley Oak Church Wednesday after the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church approved their disaffiliation in support of LGBTQ+ rights. → Read More
PETA sees increase in abandoned pets amid hurricane season
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals say when they search an affected area after a storm, they always find dogs left tethered outside. → Read More
EXPERTS WEIGH IN: Preparing your home for hurricane season
Mount Valley Foundation Service professionals say there are four main things you need to pay attention to that could save money and preserve your property during a tropical storm. → Read More
Downtown Garden Club of Savannah hosts tree planting dedication
Through their partnership with the Savannah Tree Foundation, the DGC was able to plant five oak trees downtown after hosting their fundraiser event, Arboretum, that helped raise more than $20,000 for more green space in the area. → Read More
Healthy Savannah, YMCA seek community input for vaccine awareness through open forum
Healthy Savannah and the YMCA of Coastal Georgia are hosting public listening sessions to facilitate COVID-19 vaccine awareness and acceptance. → Read More
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program reopens application process
The Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) will be extending their online application deadline so more residents have the opportunity to participate. → Read More
Memorial Health Emergency Dept. advises practicing fireworks safety this Fourth of July
Memorial Health Emergency Department’s Medical Director Dr. Jay Goldstein says they see multiple fireworks-related injuries in the ER every year during the holiday weekend. → Read More
Gov. Kemp, first lady visit Savannah early education center working to close COVID-19 learning gap
Kemp says he has been focused on closing the learning gap created by the COVID-19 pandemic for early learners in the state. → Read More