🌱 Mayor Named In Top 100 Most Influential + Back River Rescue

Morning, Savannah! Here's everything you need to know to get this Saturday started off right.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 59 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. The Georgia Trend magazine named Mayor Van Johnson among the 100 most influential Georgians. The magazine discussed Johnson's work on the $165 million Enmarket Arena, which was the city's largest public works project. This is the second year in a row that Johnson has been named on the list. (WSAV-TV)
2. Two people were rescued after a boat capsized on the Back River near the Talmadge Bridge. The Savannah Fire Marine Unit responded to the call and found the two stranded in marshy shallow water near the bridge. (WTOC)
3. Savannah Fire responded to an apartment fire on Abercorn Street. Four apartments were damaged, but none of the occupants were injured. There was, however, one pet that died. (WSAV-TV)

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Today in Savannah:

• 'Living Well Together' Course With The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society - Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus (9:00 AM)
• State Ballet of Ukraine Presents Cinderella - Savannah Civic Center (2:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens thanks everyone who visited during December Nights & Holiday Lights. Your generous support helps them maintain the garden throughout the year. They are already planning great things for the next year! (Facebook)
• Over the holidays, the Savannah Children's Theatre started some major upgrades to the proscenium theatre! This production of Seussical is going to bring SCT's production quality to a whole new level, using new techniques & new technology. Only two more weeks until opening night! (Facebook)
• The full lineup of the Savannah Music Festival will be released on Jan. 13! Want early access to 2022 Savannah Music Festival Tickets, concierge services, and more? Become a donor and reap the benefits! (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday. I'll see you around!

— 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.