Author: Savannah Herald

Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is grateful for the continued support our schools receive from Parkers Kitchen Convenience stores.  On Thursday, January 15, 2026, the district received a $100,000 donation from Parker’s as part of their “Fueling the Community” program. Savannah-Chatham Board of Education President Roger Moss accepted the donation on behalf of local teachers and students at a special check presentation at the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for the company’s newest store in Port Wentworth.  Parkers is also celebrating their 50th year in business. The Parker’s Fueling the Community…

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Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) visited Jenkins High School last week to donate hundreds of new art supplies and surprise students with a performance by the Bee Sharps, the university’s elite vocal ensemble.  It’s part of SCAD SERVE, an initiative to harness the university’s artistic talent to create meaningful, community-centered solutions and inspire the next generation of artists, designers, and performers. “Access to arts education opens up so many possibilities,” said SCAD SERVE vice president Scott Linzey. “Whether students are painting, designing, building, or performing, immersing themselves in different creative…

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Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: SCCPSS is seeking input from the community for the adoption of K-12 mathematics textbooks.  As the District moves toward an approach to foundational skills instruction, it is imperative that classroom materials address all components of mathematics relevant to all grade levels.  The program selected must offer supports to meet the needs of all learners, including English language learners, students with disabilities and advanced learners.  In addition, all selections must be aligned with the goals and objectives of the State of Georgia standard course of study for K-12.  The District began the process…

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City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates SAVANNAH – Savannah is expected to experience dangerously cold temperatures from Monday night, Jan. 26, through Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, as cold weather advisory takes effect through the area. Overnight and early morning temperatures, combined with strong winds, could feel like low to mid-teens. Because of these conditions, the City and its community partners are taking extra steps to help keep people safe. Shelter capacity is being expanded, warming center space is available, and transportation assistance will be provided for individuals experiencing homelessness or anyone without adequate heat. The Tompkins Regional Center, 2333 Ogeechee Road, will open Monday…

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City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates Residents encouraged to attend upcoming meetings for the Civic Legacy Project, Tricentennial Park, and the Canal District SAVANNAH – In February, the City of Savannah will host a series of open house meetings to engage the community on three major planning initiatives: the Civic Legacy Project, Tricentennial Park and the Canal District. Residents are encouraged to attend, learn more about these transformative projects and take part in shaping the next chapter of Savannah’s future. Each session will be held in a drop-in open house format with a scheduled presentation. Tuesday, February…

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Black Background & Cultural Viewpoint: Kinograms, Public by means of, love Wikimedia Commons I site visitors it when job of my factor circumstances me to background in previously that I comprehended absolutely nothing worrying circumstances. One such Battle is” The Hill of Blair thousands of ,” when combated West Virginia coal miners versus harsh problems functioning Fight. Capital of Blair truly did not emerge no area out of nitroglycerin– it was the verdict horrible of years of reductions financial, protect exploitation, and a last‑ditch legal rights union vehicle drivers in the West Virginia coalfields. Coal locations in Mingo and Logan…

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Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers Lois Jurgens says goodbye to her salt-glazed 30-gallon Red Wing crock, surrounded by creamy white zinc-glazed pots up for auction (Photo Permission from Bramer Auction and Realty) Like many elderly folks in the midwest whose families used stoneware crocks for sauerkraut, Lois Jurgens held onto one for 40 years. It sat on her porch weathering decades of harsh Nebraska winters until early this month when she was planning for a yard sale. She had a notion the heavy crock might be worth $100 if it could be put up for auction,…

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Real Estate News & Market Insights: We Buy Houses companies in Alabama usually follow a process that looks like this: You submit information about your Alabama property online or by phone. They evaluate the home using local market data and often an in-person visit. You receive a no-obligation cash offer, often within 24 to 48 hours. If you accept, closing can happen in as little as 7 to 14 days. ​​Some Alabama cash buyers renovate and resell homes, while others hold them as rentals or long-term investments. In most cases, they aim to buy below market value to leave room…

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From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment 15 Series’ And Films That Have Aged Like Milk Recently, Flassourian asked r/Millennials, “TV Shows or Movies that Aged Like Milk…” The user admitted that “obviously, the shows/movies were a product of their era and should be viewed as such, but some definitely have eyeroll moments”. So, with that in mind, we thought we’d share some of the best responses. 1. America’s Next Top Model 12. How I Met Your Mother 13. Bringing Down the House 15. Everybody Loves Raymond Any more to add? Let us know in the comments below! Read…

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Scientific research study & Exploration: Take A Look At the World Via Research Study and Innovation January 25, 2026 4 mins assessed Include USA On Google Include SciAm Youngsters that most likely to daycare share ‘fantastic’ bacteria, additionally Socializing at a young age assists to develop greater selection in children’s microbiomes, according to an assessment of baby-to-baby transmission of intestinal tract microorganisms By Chris Simms & Nature magazine StockPlanets/Getty Pictures A substantial percentage of a youngster’s producing microbiota stems from their peers at infant area, additionally after simply one month of visibility, an assessment has actually located. The research study,…

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