🌱 Lights On Vouchers + AURA Fest 2022 Celebrates Underground Rock

Good morning, everybody! It's Wednesday in Savannah and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town. Follow along for the latest...

First, today's weather:

Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm. High: 91 Low: 75.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. The Chatham County District Attorney's Office has decided not to prosecute a deadly officer-involved shooting that occurred last summer. The office has concluded that the Savannah Police Department officer was justified in shooting 36-year-old Maurice Antonio Mincey. The bodycam footage reportedly showed Mincey placing a firearm in his lap while in his vehicle. (WJCL News Savannah)
2. Chatham County Police Department has partnered with Lights On to reduce the number of tickets issued for residents caught with broken tail lights and turn signals. Officers will pass out vouchers for free repairs at participating auto shops. The vouchers must be used within 14 days of being issued to motorists. (WJCL)
3. AURA Fest 2022 is coming to Savannah on June 11. The festival will celebrate underground rock music at the Ships of The Sea Museum in downtown Savannah. Click for a full lineup of participating bands and to purchase tickets. (WSAV-TV)

Today in Savannah:

• Music & Movement At The Southwest Library (10:30 AM)
• Storytime At The Oglethorpe Mall Library (10:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• The best way to enjoy the charm of Savannah is through an Old Town Trolley Tour. Click to find hidden gems in the city. (Old Town Trolley Tours via Facebook)
• Savannah Music Festival's newsletter is one of the best tools to remain informed about volunteer opportunities and festival information. Click to sign up today. (Savannah Music Festival via Facebook)
• Everybody's Favorite BBQ & Hot Sauce Festival returns to Savannah on Jun. 17. Tickets start at $25 for the festival that runs from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Forsyth Park. (UNation)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon 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.