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Morning Savannah! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Savannah's police chief stepped back from a family juvenile case
  • How Savannah State is building a pipeline from Jenkins High
  • Savannah law firm's annual salute to the region's first responders

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 88, low: 71.
  • Monday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 86 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Savannah police chief recuses himself from juvenile case (wjcl.com) — Savannah residents should know that Police Chief Lenny Gunther has recused himself from a juvenile case involving two of his relatives, which is now with Chatham County Juvenile Court. The non-violent incident happened about a month ago, and officials say Gunther had no role in the investigation or charging decisions, with further details restricted under Georgia juvenile privacy laws.
   

2. SSU president rallies Jenkins High students for life after graduation (wtoc.com) — Students at Savannah's Jenkins High School got a homecoming-week visit from Savannah State University President Jermaine Whirl, who brought his admissions team to talk about college and career paths. School leaders say the partnership aims to create a strong pipeline from Jenkins to SSU, encouraging juniors and seniors to match their talents and goals with local higher-education opportunities.
   

3. Savannah law firm honors area first responders at 13th annual event (wtoc.com) — A Savannah law firm marked its 13th annual celebration honoring local first responders, recognizing EMTs, police, detectives, and firefighters for their service to the community. The event also included a memorial for fallen firefighter and Marine veteran Mark Hummeldorf, with the Honor Mark Foundation helping keep his legacy alive at community gatherings.
   

4. Lowcountry pet owners struggle amid rising costs (wjcl.com) — Savannah pet owners are increasingly turning to Renegade Paws Rescue for help as rising costs of vet care, food, and housing make it harder to keep their animals. The rescue reports hundreds of recent surrender requests and urges struggling owners to seek assistance with food, medical care, fostering, or volunteering before giving up their pets.
   

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Ok Savannah! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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