Author: Savannah Herald

Savannah, GA — The Savannah beauty and small-business community mourns the loss of April Harmon Daniels. Apirl passed away October 8, 2025, at her home in Savannah after a long and courageous fight with cancer. Known for her warmth, resilience, and deep connections across the community, April left an imprint on those who knew her both personally and through her digital presence. Life & Legacy Born and raised in Georgia, April made Savannah her home, where she started a family, a business and built lasting friendships, professional ties, and participated actively in civic and social life. On her Facebook page, she…

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Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: Christina Maldonado, Director of the Oatland Island Wildlife Center, has been recognized as a Georgia Science Leader for her transformative leadership in science education. Christina’s passion and dedication have reshaped science instruction across the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System – boosting student engagement, enriching content, and strengthening teacher practice. Her innovative leadership and commitment to high-quality, hands-on learning have directly contributed to measurable results, including a 7.6-point increase in 5th grade science scores across SCCPSS on the 2025 Georgia Milestones Assessment. Before stepping into her current role as Director of Oatland Island, Christina served as…

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City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates SAVANNAH – The City of Savannah invites residents of the Highlands neighborhoods to participate in a Community Park Space Feedback Session on Monday, Oct. 20, from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.  The event will be held at Godley Station School, located at 2135 Benton Blvd. This session offers an important opportunity for community members to share their ideas and input, which will help shape the design and development of a future community park space in the Highlands area. City staff will lead a collaborative planning process emphasizing transparency, community ownership, and…

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Savannah State Update: Savannah State University (SSU) officially cut the ribbon on Tiger Walk at the Enmarket Arena today, marking a vibrant new physical installment of SSU Tiger Pride right in Savannah’s entertainment epicenter. The ceremony, held under bright blue skies, took place just days before the start of the 2025 SSU Homecoming festivities (October 19-25) and was energized by the presence of SSU students, cheerleaders, faculty, staff, and alumni. SSU President Dr. Jermaine Whirl was joined by city and county leaders to celebrate the unveiling of the installation. Attendees included SSU students, faculty, staff, and alumni; Savannah Mayor Van…

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Food & Beverage News: Insights, Safety, and Dining Trends Dive Brief: J.M. Smucker is suing Trader Joe’s, alleging that the grocery chain’s version of crustless PB&J sandwiches are an “obvious copycat” of its Uncrustables frozen sandwiches. The food giant claims Trader Joe’s is engaging in unfair competition, infringing on its trademark and using deceptive trade practices to benefit from Smucker’s substantial investment in Uncrustables. Smucker, which is seeking damages and lost profits, said that unless the court acts, Trader Joe’s will “gain an unfair competitive advantage” and that its actions “will continue to cause irreparable injury” to the food manufacturer.…

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Glow & Grow: Black Beauty, Haircare, and Skincare Tips There must always be a perfect balance in our hair between moisture and protein.  Protein gets discussed often for our bodies but our hair needs it just as much and If your hair is limp, mushy and overly moist it needs protein. Our hair is made up of a very hard protein called Keratin and quite often that keratin gets broken down by our manipulation, chemical processes like color or relaxing and the environment.  Using a protein treatment periodically is a great way to keep your hair strong and healthy. The…

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Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration The legendary Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2025 dazzled audiences with a lineup that blended high fashion and top-tier entertainment. On the iconic runway, supermodels showcased the latest in glamour while musical powerhouses Karol G, Madison Beer, Missy Elliott, and TWICE brought the stage to life with unforgettable performances. Madison Beer, though not an official Victoria’s Secret Angel, radiated angelic vibes in her all-pink ensemble. Sweet yet daring, the look was elevated with feathered wings, perfectly complementing her dynamic stage presence. Karol G turned heads in a striking red jumpsuit paired with matching heels,…

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