12 Firefighters Complete Chatham County Officer Academy
Twelve firefighters from across the region have graduated from the Chatham County Fire Department’s Fourth Company Officer Academy. The week-long program, led by Training Chief Joshua Anderson, focused on leadership, decision-making, and command-level exercises to prepare participants for officer responsibilities in...
Mazda Test Drive Event raises $5,750 for Richmond Hill High School
A fundraising event at Richmond Hill High School raised $5,750 for the school’s athletics program, helping provide additional support for equipment, resources, and other athletic needs. The fundraiser was held March 26 through Mazda’s “Be Moved Drive Program,” which allows schools to raise money when community...
Chatham Subaru to give away 100 trees at Wellness Day event
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Chatham Subaru Loves Earth: Wellness Day event is happening on April 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the dealership located at 100 Kita Ave. The event designed to celebrate Earth Month will include clean juice, yoga and meditation and a tree giveaway. Chatham Subaru will give away 100 trees at...
📅 Summer Camp Registration Open April 1–May 4
Registration for the City of Savannah’s summer camps runs from April 1 through May 4, 2026. Families can choose from general camps at multiple recreation centers or specialty camps with unique activities. Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis each week.
Jasper County farmer back to work one week after amputation
Just a week after undergoing a foot amputation, Marissa Paykos of Whippoorwill Farms in Jasper County is already back managing her farm. Paykos, who has run the farm for a decade, made the decision to amputate after years of surgeries following a serious fall that injured her ankle and foot. Now using a prosthetic,...
Coastal Commute Shakeup As State Seeks Input On I-95 Widening
The Georgia Department of Transportation is asking coastal residents to weigh in on a proposal to widen Interstate 95 by one lane in each direction between Richmond Hill and the Savannah River, a busy stretch that carries a heavy mix of trucks and commuters. The agency has opened a virtual Public Information Open...
Ph.D. student remembered after deadly shooting in Savannah; teen accused in her shooting death
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - She came from Ghana to earn her Ph.D., and now, her name and story are coming into focus as police continue investigating the shooting that took her life. A 37-year-old woman, Akpene Tetteh, tragically lost her life to gun violence, police say in early February. Authorities...
UPDATE: FBI investigating after robbery at Wells Fargo on Abercorn St.
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - [UPDATE 3/28 10:45 a.m.] The Savannah Police Department is investigating a bank robbery that took place March 27 at Wells Fargo near the Savannah Mall. Police say it happened around 4:50 p.m. The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5′6″ to 5′9″ in height...
Savannah Spring Fair brings excitement to South Georgia State Fairgrounds
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Spring Fair is at the South Georgia State Fairgrounds until April 5. Morning Break’s Camille Syed got a first look at the attractions and entertainment the fair offers. The fair runs Thursday through Sunday from 5 to 10 p.m. weekdays and 1 to...
🔧 Chatham County, GA Building & Grounds Jobs – Multiple Openings
Chatham County’s maintenance and facilities teams are hiring! If you like hands-on work and keeping buildings running smoothly, there are several solid full-time roles open right now in Savannah.

















