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Get Dirty with the Jailbreak Mud Challenge

It's time to get down and dirty. And we mean literally. Come roll in the mud this Saturday, June 11th, for the 2nd annual Jailbreak Mud Challenge.  With over 50 obstacles and five miles of mud, competitive and non-competitive participants…

Meet the Coastal Heritage Society at the May Martinis Event

For eight years, South Magazine and the Mansion on Forsyth Park have hosted the popular Martinis at the Mansion event at 700 Drayton Restaurant, creating a power networking environment where professionals can learn about and support local non-profit organizations.  Always on…

Tequila's Town Narrowly Escapes Emergency

Written By Emilie Kefalas Tequila’s Town, one of Savannah’s top go-to restaurant for quality Tex-Mex cuisine, experienced a hit-and-run this week when the venue experienced a temporary shut down, according to Owner Melody Rodríguez-Ortiz Schanely.  My immediate thoughts upon hearing…

5 Things You Need to Know About Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini is country music’s new sweetheart. She is breaking records and taking names in Nashville, and we are lucky to have her perform right here at the Savannah Civic Center on April 7. Before you see her on stage,…

Feel the Magic of Magic Bands (Disney Vacation Part 2)

I couldn’t stop smiling.   After weeks spent counting down the days then the hours, I finally arrived “home” at Walt Disney World.  It was 12:30 p.m., and the day was as young as I felt.  My suitcase leaned against…

Why Your Daughter Should Join Girls on the Run

Elementary and middle school are some formidable years, especially for girls and especially in 2016.   Every single day, young girls are told how they should look, act, feel, and be. This information comes at them from peers, parents, the…

A Magical Vacation Only a Few Hours Away (Part 1)

My writing professor recently said it best: Walt Disney World (WDW) is “yes-ville.”  In an adult world boggling with no’s and responsibilities pummeled by reality’s harsh whip, a trip to “yes-ville” doesn’t sound half bad.  In fact, it practically sounds,…

Tapping Into Savannah's Newest Beer Joint

Crafting an eloquent write-up of pretzel bites and beer is a delicate process.  The last thing I want in describing the taste of sea salt and cheese dip combined between sips of brew is to come off as tacky, pretentious,…

10 Women Who Built Savannah

President and Founder of SCAD Paula Wallace - an influential woman in her own right - is celebrating Georgia Day by celebrating women. Her Savannah Women of Vision investiture honors 10 notable women who went above and beyond societal norms…

Savannah Downtown Business Association Luncheon Eddie DeLoach

Members of the Savannah Downtown Business Association gathered at the Charles H. Morris Center on January 13th to attend the first SDBA luncheon of 2016. Guest speaker for the January event was newly elected Mayor, Eddie DeLoach, who gave his first…

In Remembrance: Al St Lawrence

As friends and family gather to say their final goodbyes to longtime law enforcement leader, Al St Lawrence, we take a look back to our August/September 2013 Issue when we featured this pillar of the community. Sheriff Lawrence, you will be missed.

Confed-roversy

Dylann Roof's act of terror unleashed more than bullets. The furor over the flying of the confederate flag in public is a fire that didn't need more fuel.

The Last Man Standing?

Does Murray Silver have what it takes to be mayor of one of the most eccentric cities in the South? He's out to make a change in Savannah, but if he loses the fight, he vows he'll leave Savannah forever.