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Power restored to Savannah after Hurricane HeleneSavannah pub aids displaced after collapseHyundai's new EV plant powers Savannah's economyFirst, today's weather:
Mostly sunny and humid. High: 86 Low: 65.
Savannah in the news:
Georgia Power says power restored to 95%+ of their customers impacted by Helene: Georgia Power has restored electricity to over 1.3 million customers after Hurricane Helene, with significant progress in Savannah and Augusta. Despite extensive damage, crews continue to work tirelessly to reconnect the remaining customers. ( wsav.com ) Savannah Pub staff working to help displaced residents: In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Ordinary Pub in downtown Savannah faces a long recovery after parts of its building collapsed. The pub staff are actively fundraising to support displaced residents and find new jobs for themselves. ( wjcl.com ) Hyundai's Georgia $7.6 billion EV factory is up and running: Hyundai has launched its electric vehicle production at the new Metaplant near Savannah, Georgia, marking a significant development in the state's green manufacturing sector. The plant, which is the largest economic project in Georgia's history, is expected to employ 8,500 people and produce models for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. ( kansas.com ) Asheville or bust: Savannah man donates supplies, food to Helene victims: David Powell, a Savannah resident, mobilized his community to gather supplies for Hurricane Helene victims in Asheville. His efforts, supported by Christian Renewal Church, highlight the spirit of giving and community solidarity. ( wsav.com ) More counties approved for federal assistance: Several Georgia counties, including those near Savannah, have been approved for FEMA Individual Assistance following recent natural disasters. This program provides federal funding to help residents with housing and other essential needs. ( wsav.com ) Upcoming events:
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T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week at T-Mobile Tuesdays app ( Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 8:30 a.m. ) We'd love to feature your events! Add your event here Tuesday, Oct. 8
Imagineering Tuesday at Pooler Library Meeting Room, Pooler Library (4:30 p.m.) Thursday, Oct. 10
Music & Movement at Pooler Library Meeting Room, Pooler Library (10:30 a.m.) Play Learn at Port City Library Meeting Room, Port City Library (11 a.m.) Let the Games Begin - Game Day at Port City Library Meeting Room, Port City Library (3 p.m.) at Green-Meldrim House, 14 W Macon St, Savannah, GA, 31401 ( 6:30 p.m. ) Friday, Oct. 11
Oktoberfest Party at Top Dawg Tavern & Pizzeria on Hilton Head Island at Top Dawg Tavern & Pizzeria - Hilton Head, 13 Harbourside Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928 ( 5 p.m. ) Saturday, Oct. 12
Where's Noble Bones? A Bone-Chilling Scavenger Hunt at Wormsloe Historic Site 7601 Skidaway Road Savannah, GA 31406 (10 a.m.) Heartwood's Run for The Hill 5k at Heartwood at Richmond Hill 35 Outfitters Park Drive Richmond Hill, GA 31324 ( 8 a.m. ) Soul to Sole Breast Cancer Awareness Walk & 5K at C.D. Dean, Jr., Public Safety Complex 505 Magnolia St Guyton, GA 31312 ( 8 a.m. ) The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show - Savannah, GA at Holiday Inn Savannah Historic District, an IHG Hotel, 520 W Bryan St, Savannah, GA, 31401 ( 6 p.m. ) at Green-Meldrim House, 14 W Macon St, Savannah, GA, 31401 ( 6:30 p.m. ) Tuesday, Oct. 15
Pooler PageTurners at Pooler Library Meeting Room, Pooler Library (2 p.m.) Wednesday, Oct. 16
Crafts and Cookies at Port City Library Meeting Room, Port City Library (4 p.m.) Thursday, Oct. 17
Music & Movement at Pooler Library Meeting Room, Pooler Library (10:30 a.m.) Savannah chatter:
Here's what your neighbors and local leaders are talking about.
My wife and I were at the Publics in Whitmarsh today.: "Trying to restock some of the food we lost to the storm. We're a retired couple on a fixed income. We were blessed today, whomever the person(s)..." ( Nextdoor - Betz Creek ) "Here's a look at Tropical Storm Milton right now and it's track from the National Hurricane Center. Milton is expected to become a hurricane by..." ( Twitter ) Sadie is missing from the Joshua's Retreat and Bartram area.: "She is a gray and white long hair, weighs 16 pounds but is very fluffy and looks bigger. Sadie is VERY skiddish! Please call 862-595-0209." ( Nextdoor - Landings South ) "Tropical Storm Milton forms in Gulf of Mexico and could intensify to hurricane threatening Florida | Click on the image to read the full story www..." ( Twitter ) Want to make an announcement, offer a service or list something for sale? Post a classified here.
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