🌱 Teacher Reassigned Due To Altercation + Police Officer Terminated

Morning, friends! It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Daily. Come along for everything you need to know about what's happening around town.

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Pleasant with periods of sun. High: 70 Low: 59.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. A Savannah Chatham County Public School System teacher has been administratively reassigned after an altercation between students on Wednesday. The male teacher became involved in the altercation while attempting to diffuse the situation. Four female students were involved in the altercation. The teacher has been reassigned to a non-school-related position pending the outcome of an investigation. (WSAV-TV)
2. The Savannah Police Department confirms that it has fired Officer Ernest Ferguson. According to the department, he was not fired for the officer-involved shooting that occurred earlier this year. He shot and killed Saudi Lee, 31 years old, on Jun. 26. He was on administrative leave at the time of his termination. (WJCL News Savannah)
3. It has been three weeks since the disappearance of Quinton Simon. The toddler went missing from his Chatham County home and 11 different agencies have been searching for him. The Chatham County Police Department reports that finding Simon remains their top priority. The department has been searching for his body at the landfill. (WTOC)

Today in Savannah:

• Adult Relaxation At The W. W. Law Library (2:30 PM)
• 4 Nights of Halloween At Bonaventure Cemetery (5:00 PM)
• Vampire Ball 2022 At Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Savannah area to hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Savannah Patch)
• Are you in the market for a new best friend? Consider this list of adoption-ready pets in the Savannah area that are searching for a forever home. Click to view the complete list. (Savannah Patch)
• The City of Savannah is currently hiring for various open positions. Click to view the full list and apply if you’re interested. (City of Savannah)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll see you around!

— 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.