🌱 Savannah Woman Donates Over 200 Hats + Rabid Raccoon In Savannah

Hello all! I'm here right on time with your Tuesday edition of the Savannah Daily, full of everything you need to know about what's going on locally.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with occasional rain. High: 52 Low: 43.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. A raccoon in Vernon Windsor Forest has tested positive for rabies after attacking two south Savannah dogs. The Chatham County Animal Services says no humans were exposed to the raccoon and both injured dogs were up to date on their babies vaccines. Raccoons, foxes, and bats can all carry rabies and residents are encouraged to make sure their pets are vaccinated against it. (WSAV-TV)
2. The Chatham Savannah Authority preparing resources and supplies to support the unhoused population of the city. The organization is checking in with people experiencing homelessness around the city to inform them of their options during the winter. Inner City Night Shelter, Old Savannah City Mission, Union Mission, and the Salvation Army will have additional bed space. You can donate sleeping bags and handwarmers. (WTOC)
3. On Dec. 16, Georgia Welcome of Savannah has donated over 200 handmade winter hats. Welcome donated to the Canady’s Coats for Kids campaign, which is in its third year and distributes to Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties. Last year, the organization donated 100 coats to the same campaign. (Savannah CEO)

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Today in Savannah:

• Chair Yoga At Southwest Chatham Library (12:30 PM)
• Holiday Singalong At The Desoto Savannah (6:30 PM)
• Holiday Cabaret At Lucas Theater For The Arts (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• After Savannah's favorite Krispy Kreme closed, hundreds of residents expressed their disappointment. Consider checking out smaller local doughnut shops like Baker's Pride for your sweet treats. (Eat It and Like It)
• Looking for a new job or trying to make a career change? There are currently multiple full-time openings in and around Savannah. Available openings include retail sales, cleaning services, and nursing. (Savannah Patch)
• Feed the Hungry is hosting its 14th annual Christmas Dinner on Monday afternoon at 4 p.m. at the Enmarket Arena. The event will include a sit-down dinner, food to take home, $100 gift cards for vaccinations, and free toys for kids. (WJCL News Savannah)

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— 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.