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🌱 Second Harvest's Mobile Food Bank + 2022 Summer Fun & Safety

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Savannah.

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Hello, neighbors! It's me again, Kayla Harrison, your host of the Savannah Daily.


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Sunshine, breezy and pleasant. High: 72 Low: 58.


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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

  1. Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia is operating a mobile food bank to provide sustenance to Savannah's families facing food insecurity. The organization saw numbers rise during the COVID-19 pandemic but the numbers remain elevated despite the pandemic nearing an end. Food prices have reportedly increased an average of 12 percent. (WTOC)
  2. Do you know who is running for Chatham County School Board President? The League of Women Voters of Coastal Georgia held a candidate forum on Tuesday to educate the community on the candidates vying for their votes. Click the link to view the full candidate forum on the league's Facebook page. (WJCL)
  3. Officials with the City of Savannah have announced the 2022 Summer Fun & Safety programming. The program reportedly has something for everyone. Click the link to see the full list that includes sports planning, pool activities, cultural events, and creative experiences. (fox28media.com)

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Today in Savannah:

  • Outdoor Storytime At The Bull Street Library (10:30 AM)
  • Back From Paris Book Club At The Southwest Library (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • What is your favorite Savannah summer memory? Click to share with Visit Savannah. (Instagram)
  • The Savannah Police Department recognizes officers that received Exchange Club Awards. Congratulations to Cpl. James Ward, APO Justin Gause, Sgt. Jason Pagliaro, and civilian Ansley Williams! (Facebook)
  • Adoptions are the goal of the Humane Society for Greater Savannah. The Facebook post shares all of the cats and dogs who have found their forever homes. (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.

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