🌱 Officer Brannan Laid To Rest + Biz Pitch Applications

Morning, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with all the most important things happening in town these days. Here it goes.

First, today's weather:

A shower and thunderstorm; humid. High: 86 Low: 70.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. The Savannah community gathered on Saturday morning at Jonesville Baptist Church to mourn fallen Officer Reginald Brannan. Law enforcement from Savannah, Brunswick, Garden City, and more attended the funeral to honor Officer Brannan's life. He was laid to rest at Hillcrest Abbey West after the funeral service. (fox28media.com)
2. Savannah SCORE's fifth annual Biz Pitch is currently accepting applications. The event is a Shark Tank-style competition for Savannah's entrepreneurs. The application deadline is Monday, Oct. 3. Click here to submit an application today. (fox28media.com)
3. Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ is opening a Savannah location. The establishment is one of the fastest-growing restaurants in the country. Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ is known for its 20-plus topping choices for hotdogs, pulled chicken, and pork sandwiches. The Savannah location will be owned and operated by franchisee Sonji Leach. (Shore News Network)

Today in Savannah:

• Savannah State Farmers Market At 701 U.S. Highway 80 West (6:00 AM)
• Storytime At Islands Library (10:30 AM)
• Islands Book Club At Islands Library (4:00 PM)
• Sip & Pour Candle Making At Savannah Perfume & Candle Co (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Savannah Police Department has identified and located the parents of the two lost children. Thank you to everyone who helped in the search. (Savannah Police Department via Facebook)
• First City Pride Center will be hosting Savannah Pride Festival from Oct. 27-29. Click here to plan your experience. (Savannah Pride via Facebook)
• Fall in Savannah is a magical time. Click the link for a guide on experiencing Savannah's magic in Fall. (The Travel)

You're officially in the loop for today! See you all tomorrow morning for your next 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.