🌱 Flat Fire Fee To Be Removed + 2022 Hit-And-Run Solved

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Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 91 Low: 70.

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Here are the top three stories today in Savannah:

1. In October 2022, Savannah Police responded to a hit-and-run on Ogeechee Road. Mya Lewis, 20, was found at the scene and died at the hospital from her injuries. On Monday this week, 21-year-old Jamesha Johnson turned herself in to the Savannah Police Department admitting to the crime. She has been arrested and charged with hit and run resulting in serious injury or death. (WTOC)
2. Over the weekend, Savannah Alderwoman Bernetta Lanier announced that she will be running for re-election. Lanier joined Savannah's City Council in 2019. She will be running to fill the city's district one seat and announced the news at Waterworks Plaza. Election Day is on Nov. 7 and there are multiple council members who have announced they are running for re-election. (WTOC)
3. The Chatham County Commissioners voted Friday to remove the controversial $100 flat fire fee. The fire fee included the $100 flat fee and a separate fee charged based on the square footage of the property. Now, residents will be charged 14 cents per square foot for fire services. The new fees will begin on Jul. 1. (WSAV)

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Today in Savannah:

Tuesday, June 27

• Kids Camp At Painting With A Twist (9:00 AM)
• Savannah Airport Commission Job Fair At Crosswinds Golf Course Clubhouse (11:00 AM)
• Name That Tune Trivia At B&D Burgers (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• For those interested, there's still time left to submit an application for the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program and Recreational Trails grant programs. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources will hold webinars to help applicants learn more about the application process. Visit the link for more information. (Georgia Bikes via Facebook)
• Registration is now open for flag football! Chatham County Parks and Recreation will host flag football beginning Aug. 6. Boys and girls aged 3-18 are invited to register. (SCCPSS Health, Physical Education & Athletics via Twitter)
• On Wednesday, Jul. 5, military and first Responders are invited to Memorial Stadium for Military and First Responders Night. The Savannah Clovers will play against Michigan Stars FC beginning at 7:00 p.m. For a chance to win a four-pack of passes, visit the link. (E93 Radio via Twitter)

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— Joyce Nash

About me: Joyce is a freelance writer and poet whose work has appeared in the Hello Gloria newsletter and Nine Cloud Journal. Her background ranges from journalism to fitness instruction and spans the east coast to the West. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her husband and two cats.