🌱 Calhoun Square Name Change + New Evidence In Missing Toddler Case

Hello, everybody! Danielle Fallon-O'Leary here with your fresh copy of the Savannah Daily, full of all the things you need to know about what's happening locally.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. The Savannah Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at Waters Avenue and East Montgomery Cross Road. The incident resulted in one individual being transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation is still in its early stages. (fox28media.com)
2. The Savannah City Council will be considering a possible Calhoun Square name change. The proposal would remove former slave owner John C. Calhoun's name from the downtown Savannah square. There is a movement to rename the square to honor Susan King Taylor, the first Black nurse and teacher of freed slaves in the United States. The name removal vote will likely occur on Oct. 27 during the council's regular meeting. (WTOC)
3. The Chatham County Police Department reports that it is analyzing new evidence in the case of missing Quinton Simon, 20 months old. The toddler has been missing for almost a week. Authorities have been searching the area and following all possible leads. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is encouraging the community to share Quinton's story. (WJCL News Savannah)

Today in Savannah:

• Music & Movement At Southwest Library (10:30 AM)
• Toddler Time Storytime At West Broad Library (10:30 AM)
• Wonderful Wetlands At Skidaway Island State Park (10:30 AM)
• In Stitches At Pooler Library (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Savannah area to hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Savannah Patch)
• Levy’s Jewelers trunk show will be coming to Savannah today, Oct. 12. Click to watch the informational video. (WTOC)
• Savannah Pride will be hosting its Costume Costume on Saturday, Oct, 29 at House of Gunt. Click to register. (Savannah Pride via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. 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.