🌱 New Power Wheelchairs At Savannah Airport + Overturned Trolley Car

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Variable clouds, a t-storm. High: 90 Low: 70.

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Here are the top three stories today in Savannah:

1. The Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport announced that it has added power wheelchairs to make it easier for travelers to navigate the airport. The airport has added four power wheelchairs to its mobility services. Previously, the only option for passengers who required wheelchair assistance was a manual chair pushed by an airport employee. Passengers can book one of the powered wheelchairs when booking flights by selecting the option for wheelchair assistance. (WJCL)
2. President Street was temporarily closed on Saturday morning due to an overturned trolley car. According to the Savannah Fire Department, the trolley became stuck in a ditch and then its engine caught fire. There were no passengers on board, and the trolley's operator was uninjured. (WSAV)
3. Juneteenth celebrations kicked off in Savannah over the weekend. The Jepsen Center held its Free Family Day in what marked Telfair Museum's 16th year of honoring Juneteenth. There are several other upcoming events to mark this holiday, including on Saturday, Jun. 17, when Forsyth Park will host the Savannah Juneteenth Fine Arts Festival at 1:00 p.m. Click here for a full list of upcoming Juneteenth events. (WSAV)

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Today in Savannah:

Tuesday, June 13

• Jared Mattson + Donna Savage At Moodright's (8:00 PM)
• Stafford's Tuesday Comedy Open Mic At Stafford's Public House (8:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens is upgrading its lawn. Workers will be removing the old turf, grading for improved drainage, then replacing the turf with a hybrid Bermuda grass. (Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens via Facebook)
• The City of Savannah is asking residents to vote on what movie will be shown on Jun. 30 at Sundown Cinema! Visit the city's Facebook page to vote for your favorite. Options include Top Gun, Black Panther, Bring It On, and more. (City of Savannah Government via Facebook)
• Live Oaks Public Libraries, Georgia Public Broadcasting, and StoryCorps are working together for the Military Voices Initiative. Veterans, family members, and active service members can register now to share stories and insights at two upcoming sessions. (Live Oaks Public Libraries via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update.

— 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.