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Hey, Savannah! Danielle Fallon-O'Leary here with your Wednesday edition of the Savannah Patch newsletter, filled with all the community news you need to know right now.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. Savannah will soon see 400 new jobs with the investment of more than $67 million from global auto parts manufacturer PHA. The new facility, located at the Savannah Chatham Manufacturing Center, will produce door modules, tailgate latches, and more for car companies like Hyundai and Kia. The facility's new operations are planned to begin in 2024. (Subscription: Savannah Morning News)
2. Three men have been acquitted and another has accepted a plea deal in the December 2019 shooting death of 25-year-old Torri Sterling here in Savannah. Court documents from the Chatham County court suggest the shooting was a case of mistaken identity by a drug dealing gang. Savannah police had previously received an anonymous delivery of evidence that had named the accused men. (Subscription: Savannah Morning News)
3. The Savannah Chatham County Public School System’s Board of Education is asking for the public's help in its search to find the district's next superintendent. Current Superintendent Dr. Ann Levett is set to retire in June. A public survey is available here for community input through Mar. 17, and the results will help identify the best candidates to fill the role. (WTOC)

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Today in Savannah:

• National Youth Advocacy & Resilience Conference At Hyatt Regency (8:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Marvel superhero "Ghost Rider" brings a new story to Savannah in the comic's latest issues. Author Benjamin Percy said they were inspired by the city's design and architecture during a visit to last year's Savannah Book Festival. (WTOC)
• The Savannah Theatre's latest show kicks off tonight for only six performances through Sunday. The theater calls "The Drowsy Chaperone" the "funniest show you've never heard of" that is filled with upbeat dances, show-stopping songs, and hilarious gags. (The Savannah Theatre via Facebook)
• Is your Georgia Power bill looking a little high? You can learn how to cut some of the cost by attending the Community Energy Efficiency Workshop that starts at 11:30 a.m. at The Front Porch today, Mar. 8. (Savannah.gov)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.