🌱 Missing 16-Year-Old + Savannah Police Officer Dies In Car Crash

Hello, neighbors. I'm here with your Tuesday edition of the Savannah Daily, filled with all the community news you need to know right now. Without further ado...

First, today's weather:

Humid with a stray t-storm. High: 88 Low: 74.

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Here are the top three stories today in Savannah:

1. The Savannah Police Department is currently searching for a missing 16-year-old girl. According to the department, Alyssa Milton went missing from the 500 block of Pennsylvania Avenue wearing a gray tank top and black leggings. Anyone with information about Milton's whereabouts is asked to contact the department. (WJCL News Savannah)
2. The Savannah Police Department is mourning the tragic loss of an officer during a Monday morning car crash. Officer Reginald Brannan, 23 years old, was reportedly driving home after his shift when his vehicle collided with a tractor-trailer. The incident occurred on Garden City's Highway 21. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation. (WTOC)
3. Chatham Emergency Services is conducting an investigation into a fire that occurred at the corner of Walthour and Concord roads. Responding crews were able to contain the fire to the inside of the home. Thankfully, the home's two individuals and dog were able to make it out of the residence safely. The focus of the investigation is to determine the fire's cause. (WTOC)

Today in Savannah:

• Mat Yoga At The Southwest Library (11:00 AM)
• Silver and Gold Storytime At The West Broad Library (11:00 AM)
• Live Music - Jacob Evans, At The DeSoto (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you searching for a new job or considering a career change? Click for a list of the best Savannah area employers hiring for a variety of open positions. (Savannah Patch)
• The Live Oak Public Library System is offering free passes and discounted tickets to various state cultural centers. To take advantage of the program, you just need a library card. Click to learn more. (Live Oak Public Library)
• Savannah's fall recreation programming starts Sep. 6. All of the programs are free. Click to learn about fall programming. (City of Savannah)

That's it for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.

— 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.