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SCAD graduation ceremonies held Saturday

Updated: 7 hours ago

By WTOC Staff

The Savannah College of Art and Design better know as SCAD held their graduation ceremonies Saturday.

News

Chatham county annual Hurricane Expo underway

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 6:12 PM EDT

By Tyler Manion

WTOC joined up with the Chatham Emergency Management Agency Saturday for our annual hurricane expo at the Ogelthorpe mall.

Community

Rep. Gilliard host 6th annual Georgia Economic Empowerment Summit

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 10:11 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Georgia State Representative Carl Gilliard is hosted the 6th annual Georgia Economic Empowerment Summit Friday.

Community

Homeless relief effort planned for Statesboro

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:46 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

A Statesboro woman will host a giveaway Saturday for the homeless.

News

Victims of gun violence remembered at Forsyth Park

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:36 PM EDT

By Camille Syed

Local organizations are remembering the lives of gun violence victims and wearing the color orange in their honor. On Friday, people around the country are doing the same for National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

Community

City of Savannah offering energy-efficiency community workshops

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 9:06 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

The City of Savannah’s Office of Sustainability has added additional community workshops about free energy-efficiency programs for income-qualified Georgia Power customers.

Hurricane Center

Hurricane Expo on Saturday at the Oglethorpe Mall

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 6:09 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

This Saturday, WTOC will be teaming up with the Chatham Emergency Management Agency and the Georgia Insurance Commission to host our annual Hurricane Expo.

Community

Hyundai donates to children’s hospital, SCAD museum

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:40 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

As Hyundai continues to expand in our area, they are spreading the wealth by donating to local causes.

Books

Books to Kids Sort and Pack Day

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 3:42 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

For five weeks this spring we challenged the community to donate books for kids in Savannah- Chatham County schools.

Holidays HQ

Memorial Day program held at Veterans Park in Effingham County

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 11:21 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Effingham County residents gathered at Veterans Park this Memorial Day.

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Holidays HQ

People gather in Vidalia to honor the fallen on Memorial Day

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 11:20 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Over in Vidalia, people gathered at the VFW to remember those lost in combat.

Holidays HQ

Family, friends gather at Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery to honor loved ones

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 6:13 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

Loved ones of the fallen and others gathered at the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

News

Richmond Hill honors veterans for Memorial Day

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 5:13 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

A look at honors in Richmond Hill the ceremony paid tribute by laying the wreath, the 21-gun Salute, and ending the playing of TAPS.

Holidays HQ

Annual display in Statesboro honors services members on Memorial Day

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 4:53 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

A display in Statesboro pays tribute to local service members killed in the line of military duty.

News

Effingham County High School’s graduation moved to May 28

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 4:26 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Due to weather concerns Effingham County High School’s graduation has been moved to Sunday at 2 p.m.

Community

Original Gullah Festival kicking off Friday

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:40 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Beaufort’s annual Original Gullah Festival kicked off Friday.

Morning Break and Afternoon Break

Flags for the Fallen display begins at Might 8th Air Force Museum

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 1:25 PM EDT

By Tim Guidera

Memorial Day is a time when we pay respect to those who gave their lives in military service to our country.

Community

Salvation Army holds “Doing the Most Good” awards for volunteers

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 10:56 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

The Salvation Army showing their appreciation for the people who make their work possible!

Holidays HQ

Georgia State Patrol urges caution as Memorial Day weekend travel period begins

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:44 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

The Memorial Day travel period began Thursday and will go on through Monday.

News

Historical marker honors Savannah woman who fought for women’s rights

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:51 PM EDT

By Camille Syed

Savannah’s newest historical marker honors a local African American woman who fought for women’s rights beginning in the 1920s.

Holidays HQ

Businesses on Tybee Island prepare for Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:24 PM EDT

By Flynn Snyder

This is not only a big weekend for travelers but also for many businesses, especially ones in beach communities like Tybee Island.

Community

Fort Stewart/HAAF, 3rd ID participating in several Memorial Day ceremonies

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:03 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Fort Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield and the 3rd ID are participating in several Memorial Day ceremonies across the Coastal Empire.

Community

Topping-out ceremony for America’s Second Harvest facility being built on Chatham Pkwy

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 6:58 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

America’s Second Harvest is one step closer to opening their new facility being built on Chatham Parkway.

News

Bat near Forsyth Park tests positive for rabies

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 5:43 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff and Flynn Snyder

A bat near Forsyth Park has tested positive for rabies, according to the Coastal Health District.

Morning Break and Afternoon Break

Savannah firefighter lands opportunity to visit Germany

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 3:57 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Earlier this year, the Savannah Fire Department welcomed a firefighter from Halle Germany as part of an international exchange program to learn about how our firefighters do their jobs here.

Community

WTOC earns two regional Edward R. Murrow Awards

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 12:02 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

WTOC won two regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in digital and podcasting.

Community

Tybee Island Marine Science Center celebrates World Turtle Day

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 10:52 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Tuesday is World Turtle Day and The Tybee Island Marine Science Center put together a special celebration.

Good News

Skilled to Work: Savannah Tech launching new Electric Vehicle program

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 5:39 PM EDT

By Kyle Jordan

When Savannah Tech resumes classes next week, it’s launching a new Electric Vehicle program in partnership with Hyundai.

Education

Public library system offering reading challenge to keep kids engaged this summer

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 11:03 AM EDT

By Shea Schrader

The school year comes to an end on Tuesday for Savannah-Chatham County Public School students.

Morning Break and Afternoon Break

Volunteers helping create American flag display at Mighty 8th Air Force Museum

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 10:55 AM EDT

By Kyle Jordan

26,000 American flags will soon be covering the grounds at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force.

Community

Tybee Island Marine Science Center to celebrate World Turtle Day

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 10:23 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

The Tybee Island Marine Science Center is commemorating World Turtle Day!

Holidays HQ

Georgia State Patrol preparing for heavy traffic over Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 9:41 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

Georgia State troopers and other law enforcement say they’ll be out in force to keep you and others safe.

Community

Frank Callen Boys and Girls Club annual golf tournament underway

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 6:50 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Golfers hitting the greens for a great cause Monday.

Community

Bulloch Co. holds “Touch a Truck” event

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 6:27 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

For plenty of youngsters, there are few things cooler than a fire truck or a police car.

Community

City of Savannah kicking off 100 Days of Summer by hosting pool party

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 1:32 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

The City of Savannah Recreation and Leisure Services Department is hosting a pool party to kick off the 100 Days of Summer on May 26.

News

Overcoming by Faith Church hosts family fun day

Updated: May. 21, 2023 at 11:41 PM EDT

By Shea Schrader

The rain didn’t stop one Savannah church from hosting a family fun day complete with carnival rides and all Sunday.

Education

Family fun day held in Effingham Co.

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 2:19 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

The Effingham County School District held a family fun day on Friday.

Community

Registration open for summer sports camps in Port Wentworth

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 1:35 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

Registration for summer sports camps in Port Wentworth is now open.

Community

Kicking off the summer season with the Beach Bum Parade

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 10:23 AM EDT

By Tyler Manion

If you’re heading to Tybee Island on Friday evening, you should prepare to get wet - rain or shine.

Community

Luncheon held to show appreciation to military community

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 6:37 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

The Savannah Area Chamber honoring the brave men and women who fight for our country.

Community

First ever Pecan Festival this weekend in Register

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 5:46 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

One Bulloch County town hopes they can kick off a festival this weekend that lasts for years to come.

Sports

Community in Brooklet to celebrate flag football state championships

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 1:57 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

Folks will come together in Brooklet on Thursday evening to not only see their state champions get their rings, but also to celebrate how the school’s newest sport has taken the community by storm.

Community

Union Mission helps provide bicycles to those in need

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 12:13 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

The Union Mission partnered up with 4 the Jewel N U Global to give away bicycles to members of the homeless community who otherwise wouldn’t have a way of getting around.

Community

Terry Tolbert has spent 50 years fighting for his community at the EOA

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 12:13 PM EDT

By Sam Bauman

The Economic Opportunity Authority of Savannah-Chatham County has been around for nearly 60 years and Terry Tolbert has been there for 50 of them.

News

The United Negro College Fund annual mayor’s luncheon held Tuesday

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 5:20 PM EDT

By Camille Syed

Hundreds of people packed the Savannah State University ballroom to give back to students.

Business

Students, teachers train free all summer at Pooler Karate

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 4:09 PM EDT

By Sam Bauman

A popular program is coming back to Pooler Karate and Krav Maga just in time for summer. But this year they’re expanding it to a special group of people who certainly deserve it, teachers

Events

Savannah Police Dept. hosts annual Police Memorial Ceremony

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 4:07 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

The Savannah Police Department is hosting their annual Police Memorial Ceremony at the Police Memorial Statue located in front of the SPD Headquarters at 201 Habersham Street.

Community

Oatland Island Visitor Center named the Tony Cope Education and Visitor Center

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 11:36 PM EDT

By WTOC Staff

A local teacher is getting recognized for his work in educating the community about ecology.

News

Fine Arts Extravaganza raising money to transform century old schoolhouse

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 5:57 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

You can enjoy music, painting, and more from Claxton High School students as a way of raising money for a future home for art in the community.

News

Ceremony remembering fallen officers held in Appling Co.

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 4:01 PM EDT

By Dal Cannady

In Baxley, many gathered this Monday morning to remember police officers, sheriff’s deputies, troopers, and others who’ve paid the ultimate sacrifice.