🌱 Battle Of Savannah Memorial Bench + Double Shooting Investigation

Hello, friends! I'm here with your Wednesday edition of the Savannah Daily, filled with all the local news you need to know right now. Without further ado...

First, today's weather:

Humid with some sun. High: 93 Low: 76.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. The Coastal Health District announced that COVID-19 infection cases are increasing in Chatham County. The increase is due to a new outbreak of a viral COVID-19 variant. The district reminds the community that reporting numbers are likely severely lower than reality due to at-home testing kits. (fox28media.com)
2. A bench honoring the American soldiers that fought in the Battle of Savannah has been unveiled in Tricentennial Park. The bench was unveiled by the Georgia Sons of the American Revolution last Thursday. The Battle of Savannah was on Oct. 9, 1779. The British left Savannah on Jul. 11, 1782. (Savannah Morning News)
3. The Savannah Police Department is currently investigating a double-shooting that occurred on East 54th and Live Oak Streets. Responding officers found two male victims at the shooting scene around 12:15 a.m. on Tuesday morning. Initial evidence indicates that the shooting was the result of a dispute between known associates. (WTOC)

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Today in Savannah:

• Storytime At Bull Street Library (10:30 AM)
• Tiny Tot Explorer At W. W. Law Library (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The Johnny Mercer Theatre will be hosting Peppa Pig's Big Adventure on Oct. 7. Tickets will go on sale this Friday. (Savannah Civic Center via Instagram)
• The City of Savannah is currently hiring. Click to explore open positions and apply today. (City of Savannah)
• The Savannah Police Department offers free business and home inspections. The inspections are by appointment and are meant to provide advice to better protect your property. Click to schedule an appointment. (Savannah Police Department)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer 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.