Thursday, February 16, 2017
Allegiant this week launched a new nonstop service to Savannah from Cleveland, Ohio. For a time, one-way fares on the new routes are being sold as low as $48.
“We’re thrilled to connect Cleveland to the Savannah area,” said Jude Bricker, Allegiant chief operating officer. “We’re excited for Allegiant travelers in Cleveland to explore all of the beaches, golfing and Southern hospitality that the Savannah / Hilton Head area has to offer.”
The new seasonal service to Savannah / Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) will operate three times weekly. The new route will bring more than 15,000 additional visitors, the company estimates. Flight days, times and fares can be found at Allegiant.com.
"Families and couples from Northeast Ohio have been coming to the Lowcountry for many years, but they've always had to drive,” said Joseph Marinelli, president of Visit Savannah.
“Now, Allegiant has made it easy, quick and most importantly affordable to visit Savannah. Clevelanders are going to love Savannah's beauty, authenticity and charm, in addition to our unique coastal cuisine and terrific retail offerings."
“We’re thrilled to connect Cleveland to the Savannah area,” said Jude Bricker, Allegiant chief operating officer. “We’re excited for Allegiant travelers in Cleveland to explore all of the beaches, golfing and Southern hospitality that the Savannah / Hilton Head area has to offer.”
The new seasonal service to Savannah / Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) will operate three times weekly. The new route will bring more than 15,000 additional visitors, the company estimates. Flight days, times and fares can be found at Allegiant.com.
"Families and couples from Northeast Ohio have been coming to the Lowcountry for many years, but they've always had to drive,” said Joseph Marinelli, president of Visit Savannah.
“Now, Allegiant has made it easy, quick and most importantly affordable to visit Savannah. Clevelanders are going to love Savannah's beauty, authenticity and charm, in addition to our unique coastal cuisine and terrific retail offerings."
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Savannah Stopover has released the full night-by-night, venue-by-venue schedule for this year's edition, to be held March 9-11. The schedules are customizable at the website.
In addition, Stopover has made four new additions to the band lineup:
Savannah’s own CUSSES have been added to the Friday, 3/10 lineup.
Curtis Harding will headline Wild Wing City Market on Friday, 3/10.
Third Man Records' newest signee, Lillie Mae Rische, joins the lineup at Trinity Church on Friday, 3/10.
Taze Daze, a new project from Savannah-based Hunter Jayne (Triathalon, Wet Socks) makes their Stopover debut on Thursday, 3/9 at El Rocko Lounge.
In addition, Stopover has made four new additions to the band lineup:
Savannah’s own CUSSES have been added to the Friday, 3/10 lineup.
Curtis Harding will headline Wild Wing City Market on Friday, 3/10.
Third Man Records' newest signee, Lillie Mae Rische, joins the lineup at Trinity Church on Friday, 3/10.
Taze Daze, a new project from Savannah-based Hunter Jayne (Triathalon, Wet Socks) makes their Stopover debut on Thursday, 3/9 at El Rocko Lounge.
Friday, February 10, 2017
On the heels of last night's State of the City address from the Mayor spotlighting the program, Mayor Eddie DeLoach, Mayor Pro Tem Carol Bell, City Manager Rob Hernandez, and other leaders will announce the kick-off of Summer 500, a youth employment internship program.
The official kickoff is Monday, February 13, at 2 p.m. in Council chambers at City Hall on Bay Street.
Any active student 16 or older will be allowed to apply for a summer internship with the program. This internship will pay a minimum $8 an hour with a minimum of 32 hours a week. Students will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, and interns will be placed in jobs in the public and private sector.
Summer 500 and the Savannah Pre-Apprentice Program have merged to create the Savannah Summer 500 Youth Employment Internship, a City spokesperson says.
"Between the two programs last year, the city employed more than 600 high school students and witnessed a reduction in juvenile violent crime by 21 percent and juvenile property crime by 25 percent over the previous year," the spokesperson reports
If businesses or students would like to apply visit www.SavannahGa.gov/Summer500
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Traffic Investigations Unit responded to a train and pedestrian collision on the 100 block of Logistics Way in Port Wentworth that resulted in the death of James Turnbow, 30, on Friday, February 10.
"At about 11:15 a.m. Metro responded to scene, locating Turnbow in the woods near the train tracks. Turnbow was transported to Memorial University Medical Center, where he died," police report.
Reportedly, a CSX train was traveling south, police say. "The train’s conductor activated the horn after observing an unidentifiable movement in the train’s path. As the train got closer, the conductor realized a person, later identified as Turnbow, was in the path of the train. The conductor was unable to stop. Turnbow was struck, ultimately resulting in his death," police say.
It is unknown to police why Turnbow was walking on the tracks. This case remains under investigation by SCMPD’s TIU.
"At about 11:15 a.m. Metro responded to scene, locating Turnbow in the woods near the train tracks. Turnbow was transported to Memorial University Medical Center, where he died," police report.
Reportedly, a CSX train was traveling south, police say. "The train’s conductor activated the horn after observing an unidentifiable movement in the train’s path. As the train got closer, the conductor realized a person, later identified as Turnbow, was in the path of the train. The conductor was unable to stop. Turnbow was struck, ultimately resulting in his death," police say.
It is unknown to police why Turnbow was walking on the tracks. This case remains under investigation by SCMPD’s TIU.
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
The Stage On Bay, a performance venue in West Savannah which last week was denied a liquor license by Savannah City Council, has filed notice of intent to sue the City.
The suit says if the liquor license isn't granted by March 2 and projected losses of about $150,000 reimbursed, the court action will ask $6 million in damages.
The amount includes punitive damages as well as projected loss of profit through the already-signed lease term of the venue.
The suit alleges that the City is in violation of its own protocol and is in effect guilty of illegal spot-zoning.
At last week's City Council meeting, neighborhood opposition was cited as the reason the license was denied. However, most on City Council agreed a court case was inevitable.
Stage On Bay Attorney William Claiborne said at the meeting that "no one wakes up in the morning wanting to be a plaintiff," but said if the license was denied a lawsuit would follow.
"We'll see you in court," responded Alderman Van Johnson, in whose district the venue is located.
Johnson was echoing virtually those identical words spoken by Mayor DeLoach at a meeting two weeks prior.
The suit says if the liquor license isn't granted by March 2 and projected losses of about $150,000 reimbursed, the court action will ask $6 million in damages.
The amount includes punitive damages as well as projected loss of profit through the already-signed lease term of the venue.
The suit alleges that the City is in violation of its own protocol and is in effect guilty of illegal spot-zoning.
At last week's City Council meeting, neighborhood opposition was cited as the reason the license was denied. However, most on City Council agreed a court case was inevitable.
Stage On Bay Attorney William Claiborne said at the meeting that "no one wakes up in the morning wanting to be a plaintiff," but said if the license was denied a lawsuit would follow.
"We'll see you in court," responded Alderman Van Johnson, in whose district the venue is located.
Johnson was echoing virtually those identical words spoken by Mayor DeLoach at a meeting two weeks prior.
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Step Up Savannah will host a "conversation" about the ongoing controversy over slow/inaccurate utility billing in Savannah, as the City continues to try to manage the fallout from a faulty new software rollout.
"Many members of our community have voiced concerns and confusion with the new utility billing system implemented last year by the City of Savannah," says a Step Up spokesperson. "In an effort to better understand the changes, Step Up’s Residents Team will host a conversation with the City of Savannah’s Revenue Director, Cindy Landolt."
The event is free and open to the public and happens 6-7:30PM, February 15, at Montgomery Landings, 714 W. 57th St. in Savannah.
"The Residents Team is comprised of individuals from Savannah’s neighborhoods who raise issues important to their communities," says Step Up Savannah. "Many are leaders in Savannah’s neighborhood associations; others simply want to become more involved in eliminating poverty.
"Many members of our community have voiced concerns and confusion with the new utility billing system implemented last year by the City of Savannah," says a Step Up spokesperson. "In an effort to better understand the changes, Step Up’s Residents Team will host a conversation with the City of Savannah’s Revenue Director, Cindy Landolt."
The event is free and open to the public and happens 6-7:30PM, February 15, at Montgomery Landings, 714 W. 57th St. in Savannah.
"The Residents Team is comprised of individuals from Savannah’s neighborhoods who raise issues important to their communities," says Step Up Savannah. "Many are leaders in Savannah’s neighborhood associations; others simply want to become more involved in eliminating poverty.
Savannah Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division has investigated an "unusually high number of deaths in 2017, believed to be the result of illegal drug overdoses," police reported earlier today.
At least six deaths have been investigated as “probable overdose” since the first of the year. The investigations into the deaths were initiated due to evidence located at the scenes and/or witness statements, police say.
Typically SCMPD investigators say they respond to no more than one or two accidental drug overdoses a month.
"Currently there is no evidence that suggests one particular drug has contributed to the apparent drug overdoses. Drugs found at the scene range from heroin, cocaine and prescription drugs," say police.
The actual cause of death is determined by the Medical Examiner or Coroner, who interprets the results of an autopsy and subsequent toxicology report. The results of the toxicology report typically take 8 weeks or longer, according to police.
“We want to alert our citizens of the dangers of illegal drugs. We are also asking parents, spouses, other family members, and friends of known drug users to help us share the message of the danger of taking illegal drugs and illegal prescription drugs. Often these drugs are laced with synthetic opioids, making the drug even more dangerous,” says Police Chief Joseph H. Lumpkin, Sr.
At least six deaths have been investigated as “probable overdose” since the first of the year. The investigations into the deaths were initiated due to evidence located at the scenes and/or witness statements, police say.
Typically SCMPD investigators say they respond to no more than one or two accidental drug overdoses a month.
"Currently there is no evidence that suggests one particular drug has contributed to the apparent drug overdoses. Drugs found at the scene range from heroin, cocaine and prescription drugs," say police.
The actual cause of death is determined by the Medical Examiner or Coroner, who interprets the results of an autopsy and subsequent toxicology report. The results of the toxicology report typically take 8 weeks or longer, according to police.
“We want to alert our citizens of the dangers of illegal drugs. We are also asking parents, spouses, other family members, and friends of known drug users to help us share the message of the danger of taking illegal drugs and illegal prescription drugs. Often these drugs are laced with synthetic opioids, making the drug even more dangerous,” says Police Chief Joseph H. Lumpkin, Sr.
Thursday, February 2, 2017
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Robbery Unit asks the public’s help in identifying two men suspected in a robbery and shooting on Thursday, Feb. 2 on West Gordon Lane near Whitaker Street.
Metro responded to the 100 block of West Gordon Lane just before 1 a.m. finding Andrew Sellers, 27, with a non-life threatening gunshot wound.
"Sellers was transported to Memorial University Medical Center for care," says Eunicia Baker of the SCMPD Public Affairs Office.
Reportedly, Sellers was walking south on Whitaker Street when a male subject approached him and engaged in conversation. Upon approaching West Gordon Lane, a second male subject with a gun reportedly demanded Sellers’ possession. Sellers complied. Sellers was reportedly pistol whipped and shot before the two suspects left the area. The suspects may have fled in a black 90s model minivan.
Circumstance surrounding this case remain under investigation.
Anyone with information on should contact the SCMPD tip line by dialing (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 100 block of West Gordon Lane just before 1 a.m. finding Andrew Sellers, 27, with a non-life threatening gunshot wound.
"Sellers was transported to Memorial University Medical Center for care," says Eunicia Baker of the SCMPD Public Affairs Office.
Reportedly, Sellers was walking south on Whitaker Street when a male subject approached him and engaged in conversation. Upon approaching West Gordon Lane, a second male subject with a gun reportedly demanded Sellers’ possession. Sellers complied. Sellers was reportedly pistol whipped and shot before the two suspects left the area. The suspects may have fled in a black 90s model minivan.
Circumstance surrounding this case remain under investigation.
Anyone with information on should contact the SCMPD tip line by dialing (912) 525-3124.
Information may also be forwarded to CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
In January, the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Strategic Investigations Unit (SIU) made a total of four drug-related arrests, during an investigation focused in the Edgemere-Sackville neighborhood.
On Tuesday, Jan. 31, Jawaun Heyward, 23, was arrested near Daffin Park, after making drug transactions with undercover officers over the course of two months in Edgemere-Sackville. He is charged with the sale of a controlled substance, sale of marijuana, possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute and possession and delivery of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute.
Heyward’s passenger, Kuran Gadson, 23, was also arrested. He is charged with possession of a controlled substance (cocaine) and possession of tools for the commission of a crime.
On Jan. 25, Ashley Maurice Hudson, 35, was arrested on the 1500 block of East 56th Street, while in possession of a significant amount of marijuana. He is charged with possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute, obstruction and a number of traffic violations.
Terrance Farrell, 33, was arrested on Jan. 11 after selling narcotics to an undercover officer on East 54th Street and Waters Avenue. He is charged with the sale of a controlled substance and obstruction by false name. He was taken into custody on the 3800 block of Habersham Street.
The SIU launched this investigation at the requests of concerned residents who suspected drug activity in the Edgemere-Sackville neighborhood. The efforts of the SIU are focused on making Savannah’s neighborhoods safe for all residents, by developing and using actionable intelligence to combat violent offenders, drug activity and organized criminal elements.
“The goal of the Strategic Investigations Unit is to vigilantly combat any crime that affects the quality of life of our citizens. The SIU is proud of these outcomes and will continue its work in the Edgemere-Sackville neighborhood and throughout SCMPD’s entire jurisdiction,” said Captain Lenny Gunther, Commander of the SIU. “Edgemere-Sackville citizens spoke and SCMPD responded. We hope that all of our citizens would do the same if faced with any threat to their peace of mind.”
“This type of involvement from our citizens is vital to rid our neighborhoods of crime,” said Operations Major Kerry Thomas. “Public safety is a shared responsibility. We need the citizens to continue to report crime and criminal activity to our officers.”
Anyone with additional information on these cases should contact the SCMPD tip line by dialing (912) 525-3124. Information may also be forwarded to CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
On Tuesday, Jan. 31, Jawaun Heyward, 23, was arrested near Daffin Park, after making drug transactions with undercover officers over the course of two months in Edgemere-Sackville. He is charged with the sale of a controlled substance, sale of marijuana, possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute and possession and delivery of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute.
Heyward’s passenger, Kuran Gadson, 23, was also arrested. He is charged with possession of a controlled substance (cocaine) and possession of tools for the commission of a crime.
On Jan. 25, Ashley Maurice Hudson, 35, was arrested on the 1500 block of East 56th Street, while in possession of a significant amount of marijuana. He is charged with possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute, obstruction and a number of traffic violations.
Terrance Farrell, 33, was arrested on Jan. 11 after selling narcotics to an undercover officer on East 54th Street and Waters Avenue. He is charged with the sale of a controlled substance and obstruction by false name. He was taken into custody on the 3800 block of Habersham Street.
The SIU launched this investigation at the requests of concerned residents who suspected drug activity in the Edgemere-Sackville neighborhood. The efforts of the SIU are focused on making Savannah’s neighborhoods safe for all residents, by developing and using actionable intelligence to combat violent offenders, drug activity and organized criminal elements.
“The goal of the Strategic Investigations Unit is to vigilantly combat any crime that affects the quality of life of our citizens. The SIU is proud of these outcomes and will continue its work in the Edgemere-Sackville neighborhood and throughout SCMPD’s entire jurisdiction,” said Captain Lenny Gunther, Commander of the SIU. “Edgemere-Sackville citizens spoke and SCMPD responded. We hope that all of our citizens would do the same if faced with any threat to their peace of mind.”
“This type of involvement from our citizens is vital to rid our neighborhoods of crime,” said Operations Major Kerry Thomas. “Public safety is a shared responsibility. We need the citizens to continue to report crime and criminal activity to our officers.”
Anyone with additional information on these cases should contact the SCMPD tip line by dialing (912) 525-3124. Information may also be forwarded to CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
