🌱 Savannah Dog-Snatching & Ransom Scam Investigation + 60-Foot Mural

Hello again, Savannah! Important update: You all, as readers, have made the Savannah Daily so successful that it is my honor to announce the next stage of the newsletter. Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Savannah Daily. Although I have loved getting to know this community, we want to pass the torch to someone truly local to write about Savannah long term. So if you're interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here.

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First, today's weather:

Humid with periods of sun. High: 83 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories today in Savannah:

1. The Savannah Police Department is opening an investigation into a dog-snatching and ransom scheme. The investigation is being conducted after a Savannah woman reported that someone stole her dog and asked for a ransom sum to be paid. The department has published a list of tips for any resident that finds themselves in a similar situation. (WJCL News Savannah)
2. Savannah artist Brian MacGregor has been given the opportunity to paint a 60-foot mural on James Island. MacGregor is an esteemed artist that has received over 20 awards nationwide including the coveted National Congressional Art Award. The mural is expected to be completed by the end of next week. (fox28media.com)
3. Drivers in Chatham County school zones have been issued thousands of citations after the installation of speed cameras. In February, the County issued 2,400 tickets, which is substantially lower than the 8,000 citations issued during the first month of the camera use - September 2021. Despite the decrease, Chief Hadley is still concerned about the numbers. (WTOC)

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Today in Savannah:

• AARP Free Tax Assistance At Southwest Library (10:00 AM)
• Senior's Group At W. W. Law Library (2:00 PM)
• Bullish On Books At Islands Branch Library (2:00 PM)
• Teen Book Talk At Pooler Library (4:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Savannah's amateur crafters and makers are meeting together on Apr. 24 for an exciting workshop. Click for details. (Facebook)
• Vendor applications are currently open for Circles of Hope. Click to join the three-day exhibition. (Facebook)
• The Humane Society for Greater Savannah shares an update on last weekend's free pet vaccine clinic and supply giveaway. Click to see the photos. (Facebook)

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— Kayla Harrison

About me: Kayla Harrison is a Writing Arts professor, as well as a freelance writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. In her free time, you can find her listening to podcasts, writing poetry, and visiting local coffee shops.