🌱 Uber Drivers Experience Software Issues + American Traditions Event

Good morning, everybody! It's Tuesday in Savannah and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in our community.

But first, today's weather:

Variable cloudiness. High: 78 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories today in Savannah:

1. Several Uber drivers in the Savannah area reported a glitch in the company's app that has caused delays and frustrations. The option to pick up passengers has disappeared, leading to fewer drivers and higher prices for riders. The problem seems isolated to the Savannah area, causing confusion among arriving passengers, and drivers are using alternative apps like Lyft until the issue is fixed. (WTOC)
2. The American Traditions Vocal Collection is hosting its 30th annual singing competition at the Plant Riverside District in Downtown Savannah. The event features judges performing on the first day, followed by singers competing in various music genres from today (Feb. 21) through Friday, Feb. 24, including jazz, art song, Broadway, gospel, and country. The singers hope to win the competition, known for leading people to success. (WJCL News Savannah)
3. Victory North, an event venue in Savannah, donated almost $4,000 to the Emmaus House Soup Kitchen following last month's "Georgia on My Mind" concert featuring local musicians. Victory North hosts several events and concerts annually to give back to the community. The Emmaus House Soup Kitchen provides food, shower facilities, and clean clothes to those in need, including the homeless. (WTOC)

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Today in Savannah:

• Sips At The Station Benefitting Greenbriar Children's Center At Ardsley Station (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Full- and part-time job opportunities are available in the Savannah area. Available positions include inside government sales representative, administrative specialist, business operations associate, merchandiser, and more. More details about companies hiring in the area are available at the link. (Savannah Patch)
• Counselors and technical education teachers from the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System were treated to a special appreciation luncheon on Monday. The luncheon allowed staff to enjoy a food truck lunch, fellowship with their colleagues, listen to music, play games, and simply enjoy each other's company, with over 300 staff participating in the event. (WJCL News Savannah)
• Several City of Savannah council members announced their bids for re-election, with five members formally or informally announcing their re-election campaigns. Visit the link to see who will run in the upcoming election. (WTOC)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager 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.