🌱 Search For Missing 17-Year-Old Boy + Chatham COVID-19 Cases Decline

Welcome back, Savannah! I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Enjoy...

First, today's weather:

Humid with some sun. High: 93 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories today in Savannah:

1. The Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber will be hosting its sixth annual Awards Banquet and Gala on Saturday, Sep. 17. Over 300 guests will be in attendance for the event, which is meant to celebrate the accomplishments of Savannah's Hispanic business owners and community leaders. The event will take place at the Hyatt Regency from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Savannah CEO)
2. The Savannah Police Department is still searching for a missing 17-year-old boy. Landon Pinckney was last seen in the 100 block of Grayson Avenue on Aug. 30. Anyone with information about Pinckney's whereabouts is asked to contact the department immediately. (WJCL News Savannah)
3. COVID-19 cases have declined in Chatham County, according to the Georgia Department of Health. The county is now considered a medium-risk community due to the declining numbers. Health officials are still encouraging residents to wear masks in crowded spaces such as buses and planes. (WTOC)

Today in Savannah:

• Music & Movement At Southwest Library (10:30 AM)
• How To Write A Business Plan With Savannah Entrepreneurial Center (12:00 PM)
• Financial Literacy Workshop At Pooler Library (2:00 PM)
• Cool & Crazy Crafts At Forest City Library (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Savannah Police Department announced that funeral services for Officer Reginald Brannan have been scheduled for Sep. 10 at 10:00 a.m. at Jonesville Baptist Church. (Savannah Police Department via Facebook)
• Savannah Pride is currently accepting applications for its parade. Click to join the parade. (Savannah Pride via Facebook)
• Are you struggling to pay rent? Chatham County is offering rental assistance. Click to learn more about the program and see if you qualify. (Chatham County)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! I'll see you soon.

— 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.