Tuesday, November 8, 2016
The Savannah Asian Cultural Festival, which will take place April 22, 2017 at Armstrong State University, is currently seeking live performers, Cultural Marketplace vendors and event volunteers.
There is no cost for performers or community vendors to participate. The application for food vendors is $125 (after Wednesday, March 1, 2017 the price will increase to $175.) The cost for all other sales and children’s activities vendors is $100 per booth (after Wednesday, March 1, 2017 the price will increase to $150.) All vendors must be consistent with the theme of the festival.
"The festival’s Cultural Marketplace will offer the opportunity to learn more about each country and discover the traditional arts, crafts, fashions and treasures unique to each nation," said Armstrong public relations manager Melanie Simon. From Ming-shared jewelry to calligraphy sets, original paintings, hand-beaded clothing, Asian accessories and henna body painting, an entire continent’s worth of treasures can be found at the festival.
If you would like to participate as a performer, vendor or volunteer at the 2017 Savannah Asian Cultural Festival, please contact Sara Nobles at sara.nobles@armstrong.edu or (912) 344-2687.
There is no cost for performers or community vendors to participate. The application for food vendors is $125 (after Wednesday, March 1, 2017 the price will increase to $175.) The cost for all other sales and children’s activities vendors is $100 per booth (after Wednesday, March 1, 2017 the price will increase to $150.) All vendors must be consistent with the theme of the festival.
"The festival’s Cultural Marketplace will offer the opportunity to learn more about each country and discover the traditional arts, crafts, fashions and treasures unique to each nation," said Armstrong public relations manager Melanie Simon. From Ming-shared jewelry to calligraphy sets, original paintings, hand-beaded clothing, Asian accessories and henna body painting, an entire continent’s worth of treasures can be found at the festival.
If you would like to participate as a performer, vendor or volunteer at the 2017 Savannah Asian Cultural Festival, please contact Sara Nobles at sara.nobles@armstrong.edu or (912) 344-2687.
Monday, November 7, 2016
Fort Pulaski National Monument has reopened to the public after being closed since October 5th due to extensive damage caused by Hurricane Matthew.
"After a month of intense recovery operations conducted by Fort Pulaski staff and members of the National Park Service’s Eastern Incident Management Team, Cockspur Island and Fort Pulaski are again accessible to the visitors," says public information officer Joel Cadoff.
Normal operating hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. have resumed. Due to ongoing recovery efforts, the fort will only be accessible to visitors attending Ranger led programs. Tours of Fort Pulaski will be offered every day at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm.
Tours are limited to 30 people and are available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Reservations will not be accepted and all tour schedules are subject to change.
Most trails on Cockspur Island are now open with the exception of the Lighthouse Trail, Picnic Area Trail, Nature Trail Loop, and the National Park Service maintained portion of the Rails to Trails. These trails remain closed due to widespread damage and require caution. Over 300 trees were downed on the island during Hurricane Matthew, so visitors should stay on trails at all times and be alert for potential tripping hazards and falling tree branches or palm fronds.
There is still a lot of work to be done before Fort Pulaski National Monument will be fully operational. Please observe all safety alerts and closures. The Cockspur Island Lighthouse tower and island are still closed to the public (including kayakers and boaters) due to preservation efforts. Use of unmanned aerial vehicles, also known as drones, is prohibited within the boundaries of Fort Pulaski National Monument.
"After a month of intense recovery operations conducted by Fort Pulaski staff and members of the National Park Service’s Eastern Incident Management Team, Cockspur Island and Fort Pulaski are again accessible to the visitors," says public information officer Joel Cadoff.
Normal operating hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. have resumed. Due to ongoing recovery efforts, the fort will only be accessible to visitors attending Ranger led programs. Tours of Fort Pulaski will be offered every day at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm.
Tours are limited to 30 people and are available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Reservations will not be accepted and all tour schedules are subject to change.
Most trails on Cockspur Island are now open with the exception of the Lighthouse Trail, Picnic Area Trail, Nature Trail Loop, and the National Park Service maintained portion of the Rails to Trails. These trails remain closed due to widespread damage and require caution. Over 300 trees were downed on the island during Hurricane Matthew, so visitors should stay on trails at all times and be alert for potential tripping hazards and falling tree branches or palm fronds.
There is still a lot of work to be done before Fort Pulaski National Monument will be fully operational. Please observe all safety alerts and closures. The Cockspur Island Lighthouse tower and island are still closed to the public (including kayakers and boaters) due to preservation efforts. Use of unmanned aerial vehicles, also known as drones, is prohibited within the boundaries of Fort Pulaski National Monument.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Accident Investigations Team have located the body of Andrew Barnes, 17, in connection with a submerged vehicle accident on Nov. 6.
Metro responded to the Skidaway Narrows Boat Ramp at about 1:40 a.m., after a Chrysler 200 was found submerged into the water. Reportedly, the driver of the vehicle was unfamiliar with the area and drove down into the boat ramp. Three of the occupants — Delaion Woodbury, 20, Matthew Barnes, 21, and Michael Barnes, 19 — were all able to swim back to safety. The fourth occupant, Andrew Barnes, 17, did not return.
The vehicle was recovered from the water and searched. There were no occupants inside. SCMPD divers searched the area and were unable to locate Andrew Barnes.
SCMPD Aviation Unit, Chatham County Marine Patrol, Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the Coast Guard all responded to the area to search for Andrew Barnes.
Metro responded to the Skidaway Narrows Boat Ramp at about 1:40 a.m., after a Chrysler 200 was found submerged into the water. Reportedly, the driver of the vehicle was unfamiliar with the area and drove down into the boat ramp. Three of the occupants — Delaion Woodbury, 20, Matthew Barnes, 21, and Michael Barnes, 19 — were all able to swim back to safety. The fourth occupant, Andrew Barnes, 17, did not return.
The vehicle was recovered from the water and searched. There were no occupants inside. SCMPD divers searched the area and were unable to locate Andrew Barnes.
SCMPD Aviation Unit, Chatham County Marine Patrol, Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the Coast Guard all responded to the area to search for Andrew Barnes.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Violent Crimes detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred in the 500 block of West Gwinnett Street on Nov. 6.
Metro responded to the scene at about 1:20 a.m., finding a 15-year-old female suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Reportedly, she was standing outside when shots were fired. The victim was transported to Memorial University Medical Center for treatment.
"The suspect is described as a black male with a low hair cut standing between 5 feet 5 inches and 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing approximately 120 to 140 pounds. During the incident he wore dark clothing," says Darnisha Green of the SCMPD Public Affairs Office.
Investigators are asking anyone with any information to contact detectives on the SCMPD tip line at (912) 525-3124.
Information may also be forwarded to CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
Metro responded to the scene at about 1:20 a.m., finding a 15-year-old female suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Reportedly, she was standing outside when shots were fired. The victim was transported to Memorial University Medical Center for treatment.
"The suspect is described as a black male with a low hair cut standing between 5 feet 5 inches and 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing approximately 120 to 140 pounds. During the incident he wore dark clothing," says Darnisha Green of the SCMPD Public Affairs Office.
Investigators are asking anyone with any information to contact detectives on the SCMPD tip line at (912) 525-3124.
Information may also be forwarded to CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
Friday, November 4, 2016
"With over 2,180,000 early ballots cast in Georgia leading up to Election Day, Secretary of State Brian Kemp announces today that Peach State voters have shattered the 2008 early voting record of 2,129,316 total early ballots cast," says a spokesperson for the Secretary of State's office.
"This new record will continue to climb today as voters hit the polls on the last day of advance in-person voting for the November 8, 2016 election," the spokesperson says.
"Georgia voters are highly enthusiastic and taking full advantage of unprecedented access to the ballot box to make sure their voices are heard," stated Secretary Kemp.
Thus far, 166,875 mail-in absentee ballots and 2,013,132 advance in-person ballots have been cast in the November election.
"This new record will continue to climb today as voters hit the polls on the last day of advance in-person voting for the November 8, 2016 election," the spokesperson says.
"Georgia voters are highly enthusiastic and taking full advantage of unprecedented access to the ballot box to make sure their voices are heard," stated Secretary Kemp.
Thus far, 166,875 mail-in absentee ballots and 2,013,132 advance in-person ballots have been cast in the November election.
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
The Savannah Waterfront Association hosts the third Hopped Up on Georgia Brews on River Street's Rousakis Plaza on Saturday, Nov. 5.
The event features 20 local craft breweries with returning favorites Southbound, Sweetwater, Terrapin, Coastal Empire, Service Brewing, Moon River and more.
Brew tastings, a "Brats Buffet" and a souvenir pilsner tasting glass are included in the $35 ticket price.
Tickets are on sale now at Craft Brew tickets and may also be purchased onsite. Food provided by Naked Dog. T-shirts are available for purchase.
Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon runners who show their race bib receive a $10 discount on tickets to celebrate after the race. Enjoy brew talks on stage throughout the tasting, as well as live music from Owen Plant and his band, Three Little Birds.
SWA will host a Preview Night open to the public on Friday, November 4, beginning at 4 p.m. United Distributing will offer six different craft brews and Southern Eagle will be hosting its brands, as well. All brews are $6.
Live music provided by local favorite Voodoo Soup starting at 5 p.m.. First Friday
Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. sponsored by Wet Willie’s. Snack vendors, arts and crafts vendors and non-profit organizations will participate throughout the weekend.
The event features 20 local craft breweries with returning favorites Southbound, Sweetwater, Terrapin, Coastal Empire, Service Brewing, Moon River and more.
Brew tastings, a "Brats Buffet" and a souvenir pilsner tasting glass are included in the $35 ticket price.
Tickets are on sale now at Craft Brew tickets and may also be purchased onsite. Food provided by Naked Dog. T-shirts are available for purchase.
Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon runners who show their race bib receive a $10 discount on tickets to celebrate after the race. Enjoy brew talks on stage throughout the tasting, as well as live music from Owen Plant and his band, Three Little Birds.
SWA will host a Preview Night open to the public on Friday, November 4, beginning at 4 p.m. United Distributing will offer six different craft brews and Southern Eagle will be hosting its brands, as well. All brews are $6.
Live music provided by local favorite Voodoo Soup starting at 5 p.m.. First Friday
Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. sponsored by Wet Willie’s. Snack vendors, arts and crafts vendors and non-profit organizations will participate throughout the weekend.
Cecilia Russo
Ten local leaders raised a total of $46,990, "making it a record year for the creative fundraising effort that asks community VIPs to don pink wigs to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer services in Coastal Georgia," they say.
"This is an impressive accomplishment on its own, but even more noteworthy because of the disruption of Hurricane Matthew," said Aileen Gabbey, Executive Director of the Affiliate. "These community leaders were determined to raise funds and awareness all month, and they succeeded handily."
"The community was incredibly supportive," shared top BigWig fundraiser Cecilia Russo of Cecilia Russo Marketing. "Susan G. Komen Coastal Georgia is serving women in need year-round, and we wanted to spread the message and raise critical funds to continue this work."
Dubbed “BigWigs” by the local Komen Affiliate, these leaders led a six-week campaign to serve as breast cancer advocates, all while raising funds to save lives locally and advance global research initiatives. The original goal for the campaign was to raise $15,000 to fund these programs. The current campaign exceeded this goal by raising over $45,000, making it the most successful BigWig effort to date.
By raising $11,432, Russo was recognized as the Biggest BigWig since the campaign started in 2014. She attributes her successful fundraising efforts to her commitment to fight cancer on all levels. "I learned that Komen Coastal Georgia funds local programs such as critical mammograms and screenings. I wanted to contribute my efforts to help save lives in our community."
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Tuesday, November 1, 2016
The Peace Corps and Savannah State University today announced a new partnership centered on an undergraduate certificate program called Peace Corps Prep.
"Students in the Peace Corps Prep program, scheduled to launch at Savannah State University in October, will combine targeted coursework with hands-on experience, building the competencies needed to be strong Peace Corps volunteers or other intercultural fieldworkers," a spokesperson says.
“We are delighted to partner with Savannah State University to give students the opportunity to develop this valuable suite of skills,” Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet said.
“The Prep program will make their undergraduate studies more engaging and professional, and will help jumpstart their careers through Peace Corps or other globally oriented opportunities.’
Peace Corps Prep will be structured as an interdisciplinary certificate program housed in the International Education Center. Students will learn about and practice leadership, intercultural competence, foreign language, and a professional sector of their choice, such as education, health, or the environment.
The Peace Corps has Peace Corps Prep partnerships with more than 78 leading academic institutions nationwide. Established in 2007, the program aims to meet the demand for Peace Corps volunteers with a broad and relevant set of expertise, and to support schools’ efforts to provide substantive, globally focused experiences for their students.
"A unique feature of the Savannah State Peace Corps Prep program is the ability of program participants to earn a Global Citizenship Certification or Global Citizenship with Distinction, in addition to the standard certificate of completion provided by Peace Corps," says the spokesperson.
"Students in the Peace Corps Prep program, scheduled to launch at Savannah State University in October, will combine targeted coursework with hands-on experience, building the competencies needed to be strong Peace Corps volunteers or other intercultural fieldworkers," a spokesperson says.
“We are delighted to partner with Savannah State University to give students the opportunity to develop this valuable suite of skills,” Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet said.
“The Prep program will make their undergraduate studies more engaging and professional, and will help jumpstart their careers through Peace Corps or other globally oriented opportunities.’
Peace Corps Prep will be structured as an interdisciplinary certificate program housed in the International Education Center. Students will learn about and practice leadership, intercultural competence, foreign language, and a professional sector of their choice, such as education, health, or the environment.
The Peace Corps has Peace Corps Prep partnerships with more than 78 leading academic institutions nationwide. Established in 2007, the program aims to meet the demand for Peace Corps volunteers with a broad and relevant set of expertise, and to support schools’ efforts to provide substantive, globally focused experiences for their students.
"A unique feature of the Savannah State Peace Corps Prep program is the ability of program participants to earn a Global Citizenship Certification or Global Citizenship with Distinction, in addition to the standard certificate of completion provided by Peace Corps," says the spokesperson.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Violent Crimes detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred in the 1500 block of Stillwood Drive, Oct. 31.
"Metro responded to the scene at about 2:15 p.m. finding Marcus Wilkinson, 67, inside a residence suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary investigation did not suggest any foul play," police say.
An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the manner of death in this incident.
"Metro responded to the scene at about 2:15 p.m. finding Marcus Wilkinson, 67, inside a residence suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary investigation did not suggest any foul play," police say.
An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the manner of death in this incident.
Chancellor Henry M. Huckaby and Georgia Historical Records Advisory Council (GHRAC) Chair P. Toby Graham presented the City of Savannah Research Library and Municipal Archives, the Georgia Southern University Department of Sociology and Anthropology, and the Shinhoster Youth Leadership Institute with the GHRAC Award for Excellence in the Educational Use of Historical Records during the fourteenth annual GHRAC Archives Awards ceremony at the Georgia Archives on Wednesday, October 26.
"When four interpretive panels were unveiled by the City of Savannah on May 11, 2016, one in each of the four Cluskey Embankment Stores (or, vaults) east of City Hall, the public ceremony was the culmination and conclusion of a nearly five-year collaborative project of archival research, archaeological investigation, physical preservation, and historical interpretation," a spokesperson says.
"The project included a host of participants of various ages, educational levels, professional disciplines, and public responsibilities, all of whom had been involved with, and committed to, a unique educational experience in civic engagement and youth leadership development coordinated by Luciana Spracher, Director of the City of Savannah Research Library and Municipal Archives."
The project, “The Cluskey Embankment Stores Project, 2011 – 2016: Civic Engagement and Youth Leadership Development through History, Archaeology, Preservation, and Interpretation,” had many moving parts, the spokesman says.
"The four arched vaults of the Cluskey Embankment Stores have been used by, fascinated, and mystified both Savannah's locals and tourists for nearly 175 years. Now they are a documented, maintained, and interpreted historic site, adding value to their Factors' Walk and Savannah Riverfront locale after providing valuable “real-world” educational experiences to elementary through graduate students in historical research, archaeological investigation, civic engagement, community leadership, and perseverance to see a worthwhile project through to completion."
"When four interpretive panels were unveiled by the City of Savannah on May 11, 2016, one in each of the four Cluskey Embankment Stores (or, vaults) east of City Hall, the public ceremony was the culmination and conclusion of a nearly five-year collaborative project of archival research, archaeological investigation, physical preservation, and historical interpretation," a spokesperson says.
"The project included a host of participants of various ages, educational levels, professional disciplines, and public responsibilities, all of whom had been involved with, and committed to, a unique educational experience in civic engagement and youth leadership development coordinated by Luciana Spracher, Director of the City of Savannah Research Library and Municipal Archives."
The project, “The Cluskey Embankment Stores Project, 2011 – 2016: Civic Engagement and Youth Leadership Development through History, Archaeology, Preservation, and Interpretation,” had many moving parts, the spokesman says.
"The four arched vaults of the Cluskey Embankment Stores have been used by, fascinated, and mystified both Savannah's locals and tourists for nearly 175 years. Now they are a documented, maintained, and interpreted historic site, adding value to their Factors' Walk and Savannah Riverfront locale after providing valuable “real-world” educational experiences to elementary through graduate students in historical research, archaeological investigation, civic engagement, community leadership, and perseverance to see a worthwhile project through to completion."
