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Posted on: December 1, 2023

City To Dedicate Evergreen Cemetery

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City To Dedicate Evergreen Cemetery 

 

SAVANNAH (Dec. 1, 2023) – The City of Savannah will hold a dedication ceremony for the newly r...

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Posted on: November 30, 2023

Three City Playgrounds Close For Major Renovations

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 Three City Playgrounds Close For Major Renovations

New Fitness Zone Under Construction

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 30, 2023) – The City of Savannah Recreation and Leis...

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Posted on: November 28, 2023

City, Partners Offer Free Teen Mental Health Summit

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 City, Partners Offer Free Teen Mental Health Summit

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 28, 2023) – The City of Savannah has partnered with several nonprofits and other entit...

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Posted on: November 22, 2023

Five City Basketball, Tennis Courts To Close For Renovations

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 Five City Basketball, Tennis Courts To Close For Renovations

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 22, 2023) – The City of Savannah Recreation and Leisure Services Department w...

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Posted on: November 21, 2023

City To Unveil New Holiday Tree

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  City To Unveil New Holiday Tree

Street Closures To Begin At 9 a.m. Wednesday

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 21, 2023) – The City of Savannah will begin installation of a ...

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Posted on: November 21, 2023

City Crews Respond To Minor Sewage Spill

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SAVANNAH (Nov. 21, 2023) – City of Savannah staff responded to a minor sewage&nbs...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 17, 2023

City Manager Appoints Revenue Director, Utilities Director

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City Manager Appoints Revenue Director, Utilities Director

Tide To Town Project Manager Also Hired

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 17, 2023) – City Manager Joseph A. Melder has appo...

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Posted on: November 16, 2023

City Hosts Annual Therapeutics Holiday Dinner Ball

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 City Hosts Annual Therapeutics Holiday Dinner Ball

Tickets On Sale Through Nov. 27

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 16, 2023) – The City of Savannah Therapeutic Recreation ...

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Posted on: November 15, 2023

City Announces New Partnerships To Combat Discriminatory Housing Practices

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 City Announces New Partnerships To Combat Discriminatory Housing Practices

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 15, 2023) – The City of Savannah is partnering with Slagowitz L...

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Posted on: November 15, 2023

SCAC To Host Round Table Featuring Beyond Sight Artists

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 SCAC To Host Round Table Featuring Beyond Sight Artists

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 15, 2023) – The Savannah Cultural Arts Center will host a round table...

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Posted on: November 9, 2023

Retreat Scheduled For 2024 Proposed Budget

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 Retreat Scheduled For 2024 Proposed Budget

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 9, 2023) – The City of Savannah will host a budget retreat on Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to 5...

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Posted on: November 8, 2023

Veterans Day Parade Set For Saturday

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 Veterans Day Parade Set For Saturday

Street Closures To Begin At 6 a.m.

SAVANNAH (Nov. 8, 2023) – The annual Veterans Day Parade will take place this S...

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Posted on: November 6, 2023

City Offices Closed Friday In Observance of Veterans Day

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 City Offices Closed Friday In Observance Of Veterans Day

Friday Sanitation Schedule Affected

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 6, 2023) – City of Savannah administrative off...

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Posted on: October 27, 2023

Mayor Johnson To Deliver Annual State Of The City

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SAVANNAH (Oct. 27, 2023) – Mayor Van R. Johnson, II will deliver the 2023 State of t...

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Posted on: October 26, 2023

City Invites Volunteers To Annual River Alive Cleanup

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 City Invites Volunteers To Annual River Alive Cleanup

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 26, 2023) – The City of Savannah Water Resources Department invites volunteers out f...

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Posted on: October 26, 2023

SCAC Spotlight Program Applications Now Open

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 SCAC Spotlight Program Applications Now Open

Early 2024 Dates Open, More To Be Announced

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 26, 2023) – The Savannah Cultural Arts Center has ...

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Posted on: October 20, 2023

City To Hold Annual Trunk Or Treat Event On Oct. 27

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 City To Hold Annual Trunk Or Treat Event On Oct. 27

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 20, 2023) – The City of Savannah’s Recreation and Leisure Services will hold...

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Posted on: October 11, 2023

City Sanitation Department Earns Environmental Award

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 City Sanitation Department Earns Environmental Award

Sanitation Announces New Glass Drop-Off Locations

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 11, 2023) – The City of Sav...

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Posted on: October 10, 2023

SPD Prepares for Halloween, Offers Safety Tips

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SPD Prepares for Halloween, Offers Safety Tips

SAVANNAH (Oct. 10, 2023) – Halloween is right around the corner and the Savannah Police Department ...

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Posted on: October 5, 2023

City, Partners To Mark Progress On Dundee Cottages

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 City, Partners To Mark Progress On Dundee Cottages

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 5, 2023) – City of Savannah leaders alongside partners with Chatham Savann...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: October 3, 2023

City To Hold Ribbon Cutting For Hull Park Splash Pad

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 City To Hold Ribbon Cutting For Hull Park Splash Pad

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 3, 2023) – The City of Savannah will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the renovated...

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Posted on: October 2, 2023

Alderman Purtee to host Southside Area Town Hall on Oct. 16

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 Alderman Purtee to host Southside Area Town Hall on Oct. 16

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 2, 2023) – Savannah Alde...

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Posted on: September 25, 2023

Registration Open For SCAC Fall Classes

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 Registration Open For SCAC Fall Classes

 

SAVANNAH (Sept. 25, 2023) – The Savannah Cultural Arts Center (SCAC) has opened registration for the second round...

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Posted on: September 25, 2023

City To Designate Coach Ronald Booker Way

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 City To Designate Coach Ronald Booker Way

SAVANNAH (Sept. 25, 2023) – The City of Savannah will designate a portion of Hopkins Street, in front of Alfred Ely Beach...

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Posted on: September 20, 2023

Georgia BRIGHT Solar Lease Program Coming To Savannah

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 Georgia BRIGHT Solar Lease Program Coming To Savannah

Applications Opening on Sept. 26

 

SAVANNAH (Sept. 20, 2023) – Qualified Savannah homeowners will soon have the ...

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Posted on: September 13, 2023

City To Host Water Resources Career Fair

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 City To Host Water Resources Career Fair

 

SAVANNAH (Sept. 13, 2023) – The City of Savannah will hold a career fair for the Water Resources Depart...

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Posted on: September 6, 2023

Daffin Park Pool To Remain Open Through September

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 Daffin Park Pool To Remain Open Through September

 

SAVANNAH (Sept. 6, 2023) – The City of Savannah Recreation and Leisure Services Department has extended...

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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Georgia Ports Authority Pledges $6 Million to Savannah Housing Initiatives in New Multiyear Partners

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 Georgia Ports Authority Pledges $6 Million to Savannah Housing Initiatives in New Multiyear Partnership

 

SAVANNAH (Sept. 5, 2023) – The Georgia P...

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Posted on: September 1, 2023

City Offices To Close In Observance Of Labor Day

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 City Offices To Close In Observance Of Labor Day

Sanitation collection impacted; Recycling collection suspended

SAVANNAH (Sept. 1, 2023) – City of Savannah...

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Posted on: August 31, 2023

Hurricane Idalia News Release #6

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City Services Will Fully Reopen On Friday

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 31, 2023) – The City of Savannah will return to full operations o...

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Posted on: August 30, 2023

Hurricane Idalia News Release #5

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City of Savannah Offices To Remain Closed Through Thursday

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 30, 2023) – City of Savannah government offices will remain closed t...

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Posted on: August 30, 2023

Hurricane Idalia News Release #4

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City of Savannah Orders All Tour Operations Suspended, 

Will Open Safety Center

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 30, 2023) –&nb...

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Posted on: August 29, 2023

Hurricane Idalia News Release #3

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 Hurricane Idalia News Release #3

City of Savannah To Issue Curfew If Conditions Warrant

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 29, 2023) – The City of Savannah will cons...

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Posted on: August 29, 2023

Hurricane Idalia News Release #2

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 Hurricane Idalia News Release #2

City of Savannah to Declare State of Local Emergency

 

SAVANNAH, Ga. (Aug. 29, 2023) – Based on expected impacts from Hurric...

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Posted on: August 28, 2023

Tropical Storm Idalia News Release #1

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 Tropical Storm Idalia News Release #1

City of Savannah Prepares For Storm

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 28, 2023) – Based on expected impacts from ...

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Posted on: August 24, 2023

City of Savannah, Partners To Save Historic Kiah House

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 City of Savannah, Partners To Save Historic Kiah House

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 24, 2023) – Galvan Foundation, a mission-driven organization with several ...

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Posted on: August 16, 2023

City’s Summer Aquatic Programs Running Through August

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 City’s Summer Aquatic Programs Running Through August

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 16, 2023) – As originally announced in April, the City of Savannah Recreat...

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

City, Partners Continue To Provide Spaces To Stay Cool

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 City, Partners Continue To Provide Spaces To Stay Cool

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 15, 2023) – With heat index values predicted to exceed 110 degrees, the Ci...

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Posted on: August 14, 2023

Mayor Pro-Tem, Alderwoman Dr. Shabazz To Hold District 5 Town Hall Meeting

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 Mayor Pro-Tem, Alderwoman Dr. Shabazz To Hold 

District 5 Town Hall Meeting

 

SAVANNAH (Aug. 14, 2023) – Mayor Pro-Tem and Fifth District Alderwoma...

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Posted on: August 14, 2023

City, Partners Continue To Provide Spaces To Stay Cool

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SAVANNAH (Aug. 14, 2023) – With heat index values predicted to exceed 110 degrees, the Ci...

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Posted on: August 9, 2023

UPDATE: Speak Out Savannah Budget Event Postponed

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UPDATE: Speak Out Savannah Budget Event Postponed

UPDATE: SAVANNAH (Aug. 17, 2023) – The special budget engagement event Speak Out Savannah, originally scheduled fo...

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Posted on: August 8, 2023

City, partners provide spaces to stay cool from heat

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City, partners provide spaces to stay cool from heat

SAVANNAH (Aug. 8) – With heat index values predicted to reach up to 113 degrees, the City of Savannah and partn...

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Posted on: August 1, 2023

Registration Open For 2023 Great Savannah Community Cleanup

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Registration Open For 2023 Great Savannah Community Cleanup 

 

SAVANNAH, GA (Aug. 1, 2023) — Keep Savannah Beautiful, and the City of Savannah’s Sanitation ...

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Posted on: August 1, 2023

City To Designate Virginia Edwards-Maynor Way

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 City To Designate Virginia Edwards-Maynor Way

SAVANNAH (Aug. 1, 2023) – The City of Savannah will designate a portion of Hopkins Street as Virginia Edwards-Maynor ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: July 27, 2023

City To Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Leeds Gate Gazebo

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 City To Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Leeds Gate Gazebo

SAVANNAH (July 27, 2023) – The City of Savannah will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Leeds Ga...

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Posted on: July 26, 2023

Residents Encouraged To Provide Input On Traffic Safety Plans

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 Residents Encouraged To Provide Input On Traffic Safety Plans

Savannah Vision Zero Will Host Four Meetings

SAVANNAH (July 25, 2023) – The City of Savannah ...

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Posted on: July 21, 2023

City crews respond to minor sewage spill

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill

 

SAVANNAH (July 21) – City of Savannah staff responded to a minor se...

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Posted on: July 21, 2023

Reminder: City, partners provide spaces to stay cool from heat

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Reminder: City, partners provide spaces to stay cool from heat

SAVANNAH (July 21) – With heat index values predicted to reach up to 112 degrees, the City ...

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Posted on: July 20, 2023

City, partners provide spaces to stay cool from heat

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City, partners provide spaces to stay cool from heat

SAVANNAH (July 20) – With heat index values predicted to reach up to 112 degrees, the City of Savanna...

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Posted on: July 17, 2023

Alderman Purtee to host Southside Area Town Hall on July 25

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Alderman Purtee to host Southside Area Town Hall on July 25

 

SAVANNAH (July 17) — Savannah Alderman Kurtis Purtee&...

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Posted on: July 12, 2023

City requests proposals for new Archives’ residency program

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City requests proposals for new Archives’ residency program 

 

SAVANNAH (July 12) — The City’s Municipal Archives announces th...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: July 11, 2023

At-Large Town Hall Meeting to be held Thursday in Carver Village and Greater Westside

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At-Large Town Hall Meeting to be held Thursday in Carver Village and Greater Westside 

 

SAVANNAH (July 11) — Alderwomen Kesha Gibson-Car...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: July 10, 2023

City hosting alcohol stakeholder meetings next week

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City hosting alcohol stakeholder meetings next week 

SAVANNAH (July 10) - The City of Savannah’s Revenue Department will host three public meetings to share informa...

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Posted on: July 7, 2023

City hosting ribbon cutting for the new Hudson Hill Community Center

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City hosting ribbon cutting for the new Hudson Hill Community Center

 

SAVANNAH (July 7) — The City of Savannah will host a ribb...

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Posted on: July 7, 2023

City hosting summit to present findings and recommendations from nightlife report

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City hosting summit to present findings and recommendations from nightlife report 

 

SAVANNAH (July 7) — The City of Sa...

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Posted on: June 29, 2023

City offices to close in observance of Independence Day

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City offices to close in observance of Independence Day

 

SAVANNAH (June 29) – City of Savannah administrative offices and facilities will be closed Tuesday, July&...

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Posted on: June 28, 2023

City awarded federal grant funds for Springfield Terrace School Rehabilitation Project

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City awarded federal grant funds for Springfield Terrace School Rehabilitation Project

 

SAVANNAH (June 28) – As the City continues its work to restore Springfield Terrace Sch...

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Posted on: June 27, 2023

Development impact fees go into effect July 1

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Development impact fees go into effect July 1

SAVANNAH (June 27) -- Effective July 1, 2023, the City of Savannah will begin charging development impact fees to help defray the costs of expandin...

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Posted on: June 27, 2023

SPD holding informational meeting for Explorer Program

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SPD holding informational meeting for Explorer Program

 

SAVANNAH (June 27) – The Savannah Police ...

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Posted on: June 27, 2023

Savannah councilmembers honored for commitment to professional development

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Savannah councilmembers honored for commitment to professional development

 

SAVANNAH (June 27) – Yesterday, the Georgia Municipal As...

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Posted on: June 23, 2023

City crews respond to sewage spill

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City crews respond to sewage spill

 

SAVANNAH (June 23) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a sewage...

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Posted on: June 23, 2023

City of Savannah proud to host, participate in Georgia Municipal Association annual convention

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City of Savannah proud to host, participate in Georgia Municipal Association annual convention

 

SAVANNAH (June 23) – The Hostess City of the South is playing host for the Geo...

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Posted on: June 20, 2023

City receives $1 million EPA brownfield grant; residents invited to give input at June 22 community

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City receives $1 million EPA brownfield grant; residents invited to give input at June 22 community meeting

SAVANNAH (June 20) -- The City of ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: June 14, 2023

City to unveil new Robert “Robbie” Robinson marker in historic Cann Park

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City to unveil new Robert “Robbie” Robinson marker in historic Cann Park

 

SAVANNAH (June 14) – The City of Savannah will dedicate a historical marker for ...

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Posted on: June 14, 2023

City offices to close in observance of Juneteenth

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City offices to close in observance of Juneteenth

 

SAVANNAH (June 14) – City of Savannah administrative offices and facilities will be closed Monday, June 19, in obs...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: June 12, 2023

City to host June 14 public meeting on square naming

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City to host June 14 public meeting on square naming

 

SAVANNAH (June 12) -- The City of Savannah will host a public meeting on Wednesday, June 14 to provide an upda...

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Posted on: June 12, 2023

Girls can Ignite their passion for firefighting with new summer camp

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Girls can Ignite their passion for firefighting with new summer camp

 

SAVANNAH (June 12) – Camp ignite is coming in hot! Applications are...

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Posted on: June 12, 2023

City of Savannah to consider maintaining millage rate at lowest level since 1987

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City of Savannah to consider maintaining millage rate at lowest level since 1987

 

SAVANNAH (June 12) – The City of Savannah will soon consider maint...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: June 9, 2023

City beginning first phase of system-wide “smart” water meter project

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City beginning first phase of system-wide “smart” water meter project

SAVANNAH (June 9) – The City of Savannah and its contractors will begin t...

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Posted on: June 8, 2023

City of Savannah announces 2024 funding opportunities

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City of Savannah announces 2024 funding opportunities

 

SAVANNAH (June 8) – The City of Savannah will start accepting 2024 Arts and Culture Enrichment (ACE) applications for funding of ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: June 7, 2023

Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Shabazz holding Fairgrounds Project Town Hall

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Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Shabazz holding Fairgrounds Project Town Hall Meeting

 

SAVANNAH (June 7) – Mayor Pro Tem and 5th District Alderwoman Dr. Estella Shabazz is hosting a fairgr...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: June 1, 2023

City to offer additional energy-efficiency community workshops

JUNE 14 UPDATE: Another workshop has been added to the series, scheduled for June 29 at the Moses Jackson Center. The addition is highlighted below.

 

 

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Posted on: June 1, 2023

City Manager appoints new Recreation & Leisure Services director

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 City Manager appoints new Recreation & Leisure Services director

SAVANNAH (June 1) – After a national recruitment search, Cit...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Overnight lane closures planned for DeRenne Avenue and Abercorn Street June 1

 

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Overnight lane closures planned for DeRenne Avenue and Abercorn Street June 1

 

SAVANNAH (June 1) - The City of Savannah is performing overnight s...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: May 26, 2023

City to host Joe Tribble Park Re-opening Ceremony

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City to host Joe Tribble Park Re-opening Ceremony

 

SAVANNAH (May 26) – The City of Savannah will host a re-opening ceremony for Joe Tribble Park at 12517 Largo Drive on Wedne...

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Posted on: May 26, 2023

Savannah Fire responds to Friday morning house fire, connects impacted residents to resources

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Savannah Fire responds to Friday morning house fire, connects impacted residents to emergency resources

 

SAVANNAH (May 26) – This morning, at app...

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Posted on: May 25, 2023

City offices to close in observance of Memorial Day

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City offices to close in observance of Memorial Day

 

SAVANNAH (May 25) – City of Savannah administrative offices and facilities will be closed Monday, May 29, in observance o...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: May 22, 2023

City to host 100 Days of Summer Kickoff Pool Party

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City to host 100 Days of Summer Kickoff Pool Party 

 

SAVANNAH (May 22) – The City of Savannah Recreation and Leisure Services Department will host a pool p...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: May 12, 2023

City Celebrates Savannah Youth Council 2023 Graduates, Releases New Application

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City Celebrates Savannah Youth Council 2023 Graduates, Releases New Application

 

SAVANNAH (May 12) – On Tuesday, May 2, Mayor Van R. Johnson, II presented 35 Savann...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: May 8, 2023

City to host Grant Center Gymnasium Ribbon Cutting

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City to host Grant Center Gymnasium Ribbon Cutting

 

SAVANNAH (May 8) – The City of Savannah will host a ribbon cutting for the new Grant Center Gymnasium at 3:30 p....

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: May 4, 2023

Mayor Van R. Johnson, II appointed to African American Mayors Association Board of Trustees

 

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Mayor Van R. Johnson, II appointed to African American Mayors Association Board of Trustees

 

SAVANNAH (May 4) – Mayor Van R. Johnson, II has been appointe...

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Posted on: May 2, 2023

City acquires Evergreen Cemetery

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City acquires Evergreen Cemetery

 

SAVANNAH (May 2) – The City of Savannah has officially acquired Evergreen Cemetery as of Tuesday, May 2. The acquisition is the re...

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

Media Availability for Dean Forest Landfill Expansion Project Completion

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Media Availability for Dean Forest Landfill Expansion Project Completion

 

SAVANNAH (May 1) – There will be a media availability to receive interviews a...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: May 1, 2023

Mayor’s Media Availability Location Change; Entrepreneurial Center to close for MSBC

 

 

Mayor’s Media Availability Location Change; Entrepreneurial Center to close for MSBC

 

SAVANNAH (May 1) – The Mayor’s weekly media availability tomorrow will take place on the second floor of the Sa...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: April 20, 2023

Public invited to square naming informational meeting

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SAVANNAH (April 20) - The City of Savannah invites the public to an informational meeting about the naming pr...

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Posted on: April 13, 2023

City launches interactive Building Permit Tracker map

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City launches interactive Building Permit Tracker map

SAVANNAH (April 13) - The City of Savannah recently launched the Building Permit Tracker interactive map. Crea...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: April 13, 2023

City crews respond to major spill

 

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City crews respond to major spill

SAVANNAH (April 13) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a major spill on April 12 at 109 Ne...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: April 5, 2023

City to host Open Records Event for Georgia Cities Week

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City to host Open Records Event for Georgia Cities Week 

 

SAVANNAH (April 5) — The City’s Clerk of Council Office will host an...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: April 4, 2023

Registration now open for Mayor’s Small Business Conference

 

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Registration now open for Mayor’s Small Business Conference

 

SAVANNAH (April 4) – Registration is now open for the 2023 Mayor&rsqu...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 31, 2023

City to host event highlighting progress in Highlands Park development

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City to host event highlighting progress in Highlands Park development

 

SAVANNAH (March 31) — The City of Savannah will host an event hi...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 31, 2023

City offering three additional energy-efficiency community workshops

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City offering three additional energy-efficiency community workshops

 

SAVANNAH (March 31) — The City of Savannah Office of Sustainability has add...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 29, 2023

City to host Community Resources and Benefits Fair April 15

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City to host Community Resources and Benefits Fair April 15

SAVANNAH (March 29) — The City's Human Services Department will host a Community Resources and Benefits Fair on Sa...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 28, 2023

City accepting applications for naming of historic square

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City accepting applications for naming of historic square

 

SAVANNAH (March 28) — The City of Savannah is accepting applications for the naming of the square located between A...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 24, 2023

City to mark Substantial Completion of Broughton Streetscape project

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City to Mark Substantial Completion of Broughton Streetscape project

 

SAVANNAH (March 24) – The City of Savannah will mark the substantial completion of t...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

City crews respond to minor sewage spill

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill

 

SAVANNAH (March 24) – City of Savannah staff responded to a minor sewage spill on March 23 at 3102 Islands Expre...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 22, 2023

Nighttime lane reduction of Eastbound DeRenne to continue

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Nighttime lane reduction of Eastbound DeRenne to continue

 

SAVANNAH (March 22) - The City of Savannah will continue work on a sewer repair tonight on DeRenne Avenue....

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Eastbound DeRenne will be reduced to one lane overnight for emergency sewer repairs

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Eastbound DeRenne will be reduced to one lane overnight for emergency sewer repairs

 

SAVANNAH (March 21) - The City of Savannah is performing emergency sewer repair...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Update:City issues Boil Water Advisory for Dutch Island water customers

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City issues Boil Water Advisory for Dutch Island water customers

Update: The boil water advisory for customers on Dutch Island has been lifted as of 9:30 a.m. following sati...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Public invited to meeting on Casey South Phase 2 drainage improvements project

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Public invited to meeting on Casey South Phase 2 drainage improvements project 

 

SAVANNAH (March 21) — The City of Savannah will host an informat...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Student chapter of 2 Legit 2 Lit campaign to host community cleanup

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Student chapter of 2 Legit 2 Lit campaign to host community cleanup

SAVANNAH (March 20) – Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter is teaming up with the Je...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Entrepreneurial Center will be closed to public on Friday, March 24

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Entrepreneurial Center will be closed to public on Friday, March 24

 

SAVANNAH (March 20) — The City of Savannah Entrepreneurial Center at 801 E. Gwinnett ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Earth Day celebration returns to Savannah April 21 in Daffin Park; registration open for exhibitors

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Earth Day celebration returns to Savannah April 21 in Daffin Park; registration open for exhibitors and volunteers

 

SAVANNAH (March 20)—The official Earth...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 6, 2023

City staff to hold three St. Patrick’s Day operations press conferences

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City staff to hold three St. Patrick’s Day operations press conferences

 

SAVANNAH (March 6) – City of Savannah staff will hold thre...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 2, 2023

Small business opportunities available for St. Patrick’s Day festivities

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Small business opportunities available for St. Patrick’s Day festivities

 

SAVANNAH (March 2) -- The City of Savannah has opportunities available for small businesses to parti...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: March 1, 2023

City crews respond to minor sewage spill

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill

 

SAVANNAH (March 1) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a minor sewage spill on March 1 at 102...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 28, 2023

City to celebrate improvements made at Blackshear Park

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City to celebrate improvements made at Blackshear Park

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 28) -- The City of Savannah will host a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of improvements at Blackshear ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 28, 2023

Public invited to Canal District’s Wetlands Preserve Park community discussion

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Public invited to Canal District’s Wetlands Preserve Park community discussion

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 28) -- The City of Savannah invites the public to attend the Wetlands...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 27, 2023

City to highlight solar energy initiative, part of the 100% Savannah Plan

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City to highlight solar energy initiative, part of the 100% Savannah Plan

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 27) – This Wednesday, March 1, at 10 a.m. the City is inviting m...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 23, 2023

City presents data-driven, community-led approach to Vision Zero traffic safety plan

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City presents data-driven, community-led approach to Vision Zero traffic safety plan

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 23) – Today, City of Savannah staff presented the rec...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 21, 2023

Alderwoman Gibson-Carter to host community-wide Fit @ 50! fitness event

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Alderwoman Gibson-Carter to host community-wide Fit @ 50! fitness event

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 21) Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter will host a community-wide fitness event,...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 17, 2023

City offices to close in observance of President’s Day

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City offices to close in observance of President’s Day

SAVANNAH (Feb. 17) – The City of Savannah administrative offices and facilities will be closed Mon...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 15, 2023

City completes Back to Basics commitment by establishing expanded litter teams

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City completes Back to Basics commitment by establishing expanded litter teams

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 15) – The City of Savannah’s Sanitation departmen...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 16, 2023

City to host Feb. 25 Savannah Gardens energy-efficiency community event

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City to host Feb. 25 Savannah Gardens energy-efficiency community event 

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 16) – The City of Savannah Office of Sustainabi...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 14, 2023

City opens registration for Local Small Business Enterprise program; information sessions available

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City opens registration for Local Small Business Enterprise program; information sessions available Feb. 16 and March 16

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 14) – The City of ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 15, 2023

City lifts boil water advisory for customers impacted by Feb. 13 leak

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City lifts boil water advisory for customers impacted by Feb. 13 leak

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 15) --  As of 10 a.m. today, the City of Savannah lifted the precauti...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 14, 2023

City to unveil renewed Delaware Community Center tomorrow

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City to unveil renewed Delaware Community Center tomorrow

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 14) – The City of Savannah will unveil the renewed John S. Del...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 14, 2023

Water service restored in north Chatham, Effingham

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Water service restored in north Chatham, Effingham

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 14) – Last evening at approximately p.m., the City of Sava...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 13, 2023

City to celebrate Arbor Day with tree planting ceremony

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City to celebrate Arbor Day with tree planting ceremony

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 13) – Representatives from the Park & Tree Commission and staff from ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 9, 2023

Additional glass recycling drop-off sites now available

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Additional glass recycling drop-off sites now available

SAVANNAH (Feb. 9) – The City of Savannah’s Sanitation Department and its partner, The Upcycling C...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 8, 2023

Savannah sees record-breaking permitted development in 2022

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Savannah sees record-breaking permitted development in 2022

SAVANNAH (Feb. 8) – In 2022, the City of Savannah’s Development Services Department ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 2, 2023

City has record year in 2022 for affordable housing initiatives, exceeds goals

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City has record year in 2022 for affordable housing initiatives, exceeds goals

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 2) – The City of Savannah is proud to share that&...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 1, 2023

City hosting energy efficiency community workshops

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City hosting energy efficiency community workshops

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 1) – The City of Savannah Office of Sustainability is hosting a series of comm...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: February 1, 2023

Savannah Cultural Arts Center features Black women artists during Black History Month

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Gallery exhibition at Savannah Cultural Arts Center features Black women artists during Black History Month

 

 

SAVANNAH (Feb. 1) - In honor of Bla...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 31, 2023

Applications open for 2023 Weave-A-Dream and Spotlight Programs

 

Applications open for 2023 Weave-A-Dream and Spotlight Programs

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 31) –Savannah Cultural Arts Center (SCAC) is now accepting applications for the 2023 Weave-A-Dream and the Spotlight Facility Use Programs.

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 31, 2023

City to unveil final phase of Waters Avenue Streetscape project

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City to unveil final phase of Waters Avenue Streetscape project

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 31) – The City of Savannah will formally unveil Phase III of the ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 31, 2023

City crews respond to minor sewage spill

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 31) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a minor sewage spill on Jan. 30 at the...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Alderman Kurtis Purtee Appointed to Serve on National League of Cities Committee

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Alderman Kurtis Purtee Appointed to Serve on National League of Cities’ Public Safety and Crime Prevention Committee

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 27) – Alderm...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Traffic Impacts on Derenne Avenue to end Friday

 

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Traffic Impacts on Derenne Avenue to end Friday

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 18) – All three eastbound lanes of Derenne Avenue between Abercorn and Bull stre...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 18, 2023

City to host Downtown Historic District Meeting

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City to host Downtown Historic District Meeting

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 18) – The City of Savannah will host a meeting on Monday, January 23, at 1:30 p.m. at the F...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 13, 2023

City offices to close in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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City offices to close in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 13) – City of Savannah administr...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 9, 2023

City to rollout new glass recycling program

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City to rollout new glass recycling program 

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 9) – The City of Savannah’s Sanitation Department is partnering with Glass WRX to create convenient glass recycling drop o...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 6, 2023

Municipal Archives to host Savannah Community Memory Project

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Municipal Archives to host Savannah Community Memory Project 

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 6) – The City’s Municipal Archives departmen...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 4, 2023

City crews respond to major sewage spill on Derenne Avenue

 

City crews respond to major sewage spill on Derenne Avenue

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 4) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a major sewage spill on Jan. 2 at 7 East Derenne Avenue in Savannah.

 

The spi...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 4, 2023

Mayor Johnson named one of Georgia Trend’s 100 most influential Georgians

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Mayor Johnson named one of Georgia Trend’s 100 most influential Georgians

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 4) – For the third consecutive year, Mayor Van R. Johns...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 3, 2023

Traffic Impacts on Derenne Avenue

 

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Traffic Impacts on Derenne Avenue 

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 3) – A collapsed sewer line on Derenne Avenue between Abercorn and Bull str...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: January 3, 2023

City crews respond to minor sewage spill on River Street

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill on River Street

 

SAVANNAH (Jan. 3) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a minor sewage...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 30, 2022

City crews respond to minor sewage spill at Staley Avenue

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill at Staley Avenue

 

SAVANNAH (Dec. 30) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 29, 2022

City offices to close in observance of New Year’s Day

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City offices to close in observance of New Year’s Day

SAVANNAH (Dec. 29) – City of Savannah administrative offices and facilities will be cl...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 29, 2022

City Manager appoints Lenny Gunther permanent Police Chief

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City Manager appoints Lenny Gunther permanent Police Chief 

SAVANNAH (Dec. 29)?–?Following a robust national search and comprehensive evaluation process, City Manager Joseph A. Melder ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 27, 2022

LOST agreement finalized through collaboration

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LOST agreement finalized through collaboration

SAVANNAH (Dec. 27) – The City of Savannah, along with all municipalities, and Chatham County have officially...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 27, 2022

City encourages residents to assess water lines following freezing temperatures

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City encourages residents to assess water lines following freezing temperatures

SAVANNAH (Dec. 27) – The City of Savannah is encouraging residents and busi...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 22, 2022

Alderwoman At-Large Kesha Gibson-Carter to announce 3rd Annual Kwanzaa Krawl

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Alderwoman At-Large Kesha Gibson-Carter to announce 3rd Annual Kwanzaa Krawl and 39th Annual Citywide Celebration

 

SAVANNAH (Dec. 22) – Alderw...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 22, 2022

City and partners to provide cold weather services to the unhoused this weekend

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City and partners to provide cold weather services to the unhoused this weekend

 

SAVANNAH (Dec. 22) – Ahead of the forecast for extre...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 22, 2022

City offices to close in observance of Christmas

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City offices to close in observance of Christmas

SAVANNAH (Dec. 22) – City of Savannah administrative offices and facilities will be closed Friday, De...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 21, 2022

City Manager appoints AMI director, interim Revenue director

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 19, 2022

Savannah continues annual tradition donating food to those in need

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Savannah continues annual tradition donating food to those in need

 

SAVANNAH (Dec. 19) – The City of Savannah will donate canned food collected by city staff to America's Second Harvest of Coas...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 8, 2022

City crews respond to minor sewage spill at Alfred Street

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill at Alfred Street

 

SAVANNAH (Dec. 8) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a minor sewag...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 5, 2022

City appoints executive directors for housing, homelessness initiatives

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City appoints executive directors for housing, homelessness initiatives

SAVANNAH (Dec. 5) – The City of Savannah is pleased to announce the appointment of two new l...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 2, 2022

City to host Chatham Municipal Association Quarterly Meeting

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City to host Chatham Municipal Association Quarterly Meeting

SAVANNAH (Dec. 2) – The City of Savannah invites media representatives to attend the Chatham M...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 1, 2022

City to host meetings to discuss accessory dwelling units

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City to host meetings to discuss accessory dwelling units

SAVANNAH (Dec. 1) – To address the need for additional housing in our community, the City of ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: December 1, 2022

City to unveil new sign and art restoration in Yamacraw Square

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City to unveil new sign and art restoration in Yamacraw Square

 

SAVANNAH (Dec. 1) – The City of Savannah invites the community to co...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 30, 2022

Ice skating returns to Savannah through the City’s partnership with the Savannah Ghost Pirates

Ice skating returns to Savannah through the City’s partnership with the Savannah Ghost Pirates

SAVANNAH (Nov. 30) – The City of Savannah will join the Savannah Ghost Pirates for a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to officially ann...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 23, 2022

Free holiday parking in City-owned garages to start on select days Nov. 29

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Free holiday parking in City-owned garages to start on select days Nov. 29 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 23) – Starting Nov. 29, the City of Savannah will offer free parking in garages Dow...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 22, 2022

City offices to close in observance of Thanksgiving

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City offices to close in observance of Thanksgiving

SAVANNAH (Nov. 22) – City of Savannah offices and facilities will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov....

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 21, 2022

Fire Chief to be ceremonially sworn in on Wednesday, Nov. 23

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Fire Chief to be ceremonially sworn in on Wednesday, Nov. 23

SAVANNAH (Nov. 21) – The City of Savannah will host a swearing-in ceremony for Fire Chief Elzie Kitchen on Wednes...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 21, 2022

City to hold cooking oil recycling event after Thanksgiving

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City to hold cooking oil recycling event after Thanksgiving

SAVANNAH (Nov. 21) – Following the Thanksgiving holiday, the City of Savannah Water Reclamation division will hold a cookin...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 17, 2022

Public hearings scheduled for 2023 proposed budget

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Public hearings scheduled for 2023 proposed budget

SAVANNAH (Nov. 17) – The City of Savannah will host budget public hearings on Tuesday, Nov. 22 and Thursday, Dec. 8, during regularly schedule...

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Posted on: November 10, 2022

Budget retreat scheduled for 2023 proposed budget

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Budget retreat scheduled for 2023 proposed budget

SAVANNAH (Nov. 10) – The City of Savannah will host a budget retreat on Monday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the ballroom of ...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 9, 2022

Sanitation services adjusted due to Veterans Day, potential inclement weather

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Sanitation services adjusted due to Veterans Day, potential inclement weather 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 9) – City of Savannah Sanitation services are being adjusted due to the Veterans...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 8, 2022

Joseph Tribble Park to close for lake repairs

 

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Joseph Tribble Park to close for lake repairs

SAVANNAH (Nov. 8) – On Monday, November 14, Joseph Tribble Park will close for lake repairs to ens...

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Posted on: November 7, 2022

City Manager appoints permanent Fire Chief

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City Manager appoints permanent Fire Chief

SAVANNAH (Nov. 7) – Following a robust national search and comprehensive evaluatio...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 4, 2022

Come join 2 Legit 2 Lit for another community cleanup

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Come join 2 Legit 2 Lit for another community cleanup

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 4) – Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter is teaming back up with the Jenkins High School studen...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: November 4, 2022

Spotlight Program open to local nonprofits for early 2023

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Spotlight Program open to local nonprofits for early 2023

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 4) – The City of Savannah Cultural Resources department is accepting applicat...

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City of Savannah Marketing and Communications
Posted on: April 19, 2022

New Spotlight program offers on stage opportunities for local nonprofits

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New Spotlight program offers on stage opportunities for local nonprofits

 

SAVANNAH (April 19) – Applications are now open for the Spotli...

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Posted on: November 1, 2022

City and partners set to break ground on Dundee Cottages

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City and partners set to break ground on Dundee Cottages

 

SAVANNAH (Nov. 1) –The City of Savannah will break ground on the Dundee Cottages project Thursday, Nov. 3,...

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Posted on: October 27, 2022

City unveils new public art project at Enmarket Arena in celebration of community

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City unveils new public art project at Enmarket Arena in celebration of community

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 27) – The City of Savannah will host an unveili...

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Posted on: October 26, 2022

Mayor Johnson to deliver annual State of the City

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Mayor Johnson to deliver annual State of the City 

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 26) – Mayor Van R. Johnson II will deliver the 2022 annu...

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Posted on: October 26, 2022

City recommends Halloween Trick-or-Treat hours and sponsored events

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City recommends Halloween Trick-or-Treat hours and sponsored events

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 26) – In conjunction with Savannah Police Department (SPD), t...

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Posted on: October 21, 2022

City crews respond to minor sewage spill

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill

SAVANNAH (Oct. 21) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a minor sewage spill yesterday at 3001 ...

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Posted on: October 21, 2022

City partnering to host free lecture on the Legacy of Mamie George Williams

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City partnering to host free lecture on the Legacy of Mamie George Williams

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 21) – The City of Savannah Municipal Archives is par...

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Posted on: October 20, 2022

Martin Luther King Jr. Arena to be operated by the Savannah Ghost Pirates throughout the 2022-2023

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Martin Luther King Jr.  Arena to be operated by the Savannah Ghost Pirates throughout the 2022-2023 sea...

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Posted on: October 19, 2022

Mayor Johnson invited to the White House to participate in ‘Communities in Action'

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Mayor Johnson invited to the White House to participate in ‘Communities in Action: Building a Better Georgia’

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 19) – Today, Mayor Van R. Joh...

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Posted on: October 19, 2022

City, PERF release Police Chief Recruitment Community Engagement Report

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City, PERF release Police Chief Recruitment Community Engagement Report

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 18) – Today, the City of Savannah and the Police Executive Research...

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Posted on: October 18, 2022

City set to host “Grow: How to Become A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit” workshop series

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City set to host “Grow: How to Become A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit” workshop series

SAVANNAH (Oct. 18) – The City of Savannah’s Human Servic...

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Posted on: October 12, 2022

City crews respond to minor sewage spill

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City crews respond to minor sewage spill

SAVANNAH (Oct. 12) – City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a minor sewage spill today at 1356 Lavo...

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Posted on: October 11, 2022

City to host 100% Savannah Community Event

 

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City to host 100% Savannah Community Event

SAVANNAH (Oct. 11) – The City of Savannah’s Office o...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

City Manager appoints new Sanitation, Cemeteries directors

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 City Manager appoints new Sanitation, Cemeteries directors

SAVANNAH (Oct. 7) – Today, City Manager Joseph A. Melder appointed Quhanna “Q” Andrews...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

Come join 2 Legit 2 Lit for another community cleanup

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Come join 2 Legit 2 Lit for another community cleanup

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 7) – Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter is teaming back up with the Jenkins High School studen...

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Posted on: October 4, 2022

City’s Revenue Department to close Monday for training

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City’s Revenue Department to close Monday for training

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 4) – The City of Savannah’s Revenue Department, located at the Coastal Georgia Cent...

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Posted on: October 4, 2022

Celebrate Municipal Archives with a whole month of ‘Art in the Archives’

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Celebrate Municipal Archives with a whole month of ‘Art in the Archives’

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 4) – October is American Archives Month, a ti...

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Posted on: October 3, 2022

Honorary street designation ceremony for “Raphael Warnock Way”

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Honorary street designation ceremony for “Raphael Warnock Way”

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 3) – The City will host a street designation for “Raphael Warnock...

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Posted on: October 3, 2022

City of Savannah to host meetings on Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance

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City of Savannah to host meetings on Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 3) – The City of Savannah is considering new revisions to the local Alcoholic Beverage Ordin...

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Posted on: October 3, 2022

Alderman Purtee to host District 6 community townhall

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Alderman Purtee to host District 6 community townhall

 

SAVANNAH (Oct. 3) – District 6 Alderman Kurtis Purtee will host a community townhall meeting on Thursday, Oc...

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Posted on: September 30, 2022

City of Savannah to rescind local state of emergency at 6 p.m. today

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SAVANNAH (Sept. 30) – The City of Savannah’s local state of emergency will be rescinded as of 6 p.m. t...

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Posted on: September 28, 2022

City of Savannah announces closures ahead of expected weather impact

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City of Savannah announces closures ahead of expected weather impact

 

SAVANNAH (Sept. 28) – Based on expected impacts from Hurricane...

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Posted on: September 28, 2022

City of Savannah declares state of local emergency

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City of Savannah declares state of local emergency

 

SAVANNAH (Sept. 28) – Based on expected impacts from Hurricane Ian, Mayor Van R. Johnson, II has declared a state of local...

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Posted on: September 19, 2022

Keep Savannah Beautiful and Sanitation Department to host Great Savannah fall community cleanup

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Keep Savannah Beautiful and the City’s Sanitation Department to host Great Savannah fall community cleanup

SAVANNAH (Sept. 19) – Join Keep Savannah Beaut...

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Posted on: September 12, 2022

Municipal Archives to host Savannah Community Memory Project

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Municipal Archives to host Savannah Community Memory Project 

 

SAVANNAH (Sept. 12) – The City’s Municipal Archives department and commu...

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Posted on: September 9, 2022

City to kick off 2022 United Way campaign

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City to kick off 2022 United Way campaign

 

SAVANNAH (September 9) – The City of Savannah will kick off its participation in the United Way of the Coastal Empire&...

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Posted on: September 8, 2022

City to host Development Impact Fee Advisory Committee Meeting

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City to host Development Impact Fee Advisory Committee Meeting 

SAVANNAH (September 8) – The City of Savannah will host a Development Impact Fee Advisory Committee ...

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Posted on: August 23, 2022

City Manager appoints new Code Compliance director

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 City Manager appoints new Code Compliance director

SAVANNAH (Aug. 22) – Today, City Manager Joseph A. Melder appointed Cynthia Knight to serve as the senior director of Code ...

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Posted on: August 22, 2022

City of Savannah releases community-wide accessory dwelling unit survey

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City of Savannah releases community-wide accessory dwelling unit survey

SAVANNAH (August 22) – A community-wide survey is now available to gather feedback about the...

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Posted on: August 11, 2022

Land Bank Authority takes action to protect housing affordability

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Land Bank Authority takes action to protect housing affordability

SAVANNAH (Aug. 10) – On Aug. 9, the Chatham County/City of Savannah Land Bank Authority adopted new affordability guid...

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Posted on: August 10, 2022

Savannah community survey launched as part of police chief search

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Savannah community survey launched as part of police chief search

SAVANNAH (Aug. 10) – The City of Savannah has launched a survey to attain community input regarding the search for a n...

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Posted on: August 4, 2022

Savannah’s search for next Chief of Police to focus on community engagement

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Savannah’s search for next Chief of Police to focus on community engagement

SAVANNAH (Aug. 4) – The City of Savannah will soon launch a public engagement process as part of t...

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Posted on: August 1, 2022

Savannah invests in public safety wage increases

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Savannah invests in public safety wage increases

Police retention, referral and lateral entry programs also implemented

SAVANNAH (Aug. 1) – Over the weekend, the City of Savannah imple...

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Posted on: July 28, 2022

City Council votes to adopt lowest millage rate since 1987

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City Council votes to adopt lowest millage rate since 1987

SAVANNAH (July 28) – Savannah City Council voted, 6-3, this evening to approve a millage rate of 12.2, which is the city&...

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Posted on: July 14, 2022

City Manager proposes major investments in public safety in tandem with reduction in millage rate

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City Manager proposes major investments in public safety in tandem with reduction in millage rate

SAVANNAH (July 14) – During the first formal City Council discussion on the ...

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