🌱 Search For Missing Man + Peace Pole Dedication

Hey, friends! It's Tuesday in Savannah and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town.

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Here are the top three stories today in Savannah:

1. The Chatham County Police Department is searching for a missing man. Derek Ramone San Juan, 30, left his home on Saturday and did not return. He may be driving a black 2006 Chrysler Pacifica with "TEP 9688" tags. Anyone with information is asked to contact the department. (WSAV-TV)
2. Unity of Savannah dedicated a peace pole on Sunday afternoon. The purpose of the peace pole is to promote peace within the Savannah community while serving as a symbol of unity and hope. Eight languages are featured on the peace pole, which is located on Sunset Boulevard. (WSAV-TV)
3. Hyundai Motor Company will be breaking ground on a new electric vehicle and battery plant in Savannah on Oct. 25. The new plant will cost $5.5 billion to construct. Production is forecasted to begin on the vehicles in 2025 with a 300,000-unit annual capacity. (Benzinga.com)

Today in Savannah:

• Storytime At Pooler Library (10:30 AM)
• Mat Yoga At Southwest Library (11:00 AM)
• Public Meeting Ogeechee Audubon Society At First Presbyterian Church (7:00 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 Woodville Christmas Parking Lot Party will be held on Dec. 20 at 5:00 p.m. on Darling Street. Mark your calendar! (City of Savannah)
• The American Red Cross will be offering CPR and AED classes at Thompkins Recreation Center Saturday, Oct. 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The classes are free. (City of Savannah)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow morning for another 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.