🌱 Walmart Bomb Threat + Pennsylvania Avenue Shooting

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. A bomb threat evacuated a Savannah Walmart on Sunday. The incident occurred on Abercorn Street. Both customers and employees evacuated the store. The Savannah Police Department systematically swept through the store with K-9 units. The store was reopened after the department confirmed the threat as a hoax. (WJCL News Savannah)
2. The Savannah Police Department reports that a man was shot in the leg at 500 Pennsylvania Avenue. The incident occurred on Sunday evening. The victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment of the non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The department is investigating the circumstances that led to the shooting. (WTOC)
3. July 4 has come and gone but fireworks might still linger. Local adoption experts have provided a list of tips and tricks to mitigate the threat the fireworks have on dogs. Pet owners are advised to offer a quiet space for dogs with access to white noise such as a dishwasher or an A/C unit. It is also important to have pets microchipped. Click for the full list of tips. (WTOC)

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Today in Savannah:

• Outdoor Storytime At The Southwest Library (10:00 AM)
• Mat Yoga At The Southwest Library (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The Savannah Police Department reports that 12-year-old Kareem Stridiron has been safely located. The department shares its thanks to the community for its swift response. (Savannah Police Department via Facebook)
• Live Oak Public Libraries offers several different services centered around lifelong learning. Click to learn about business, genealogy, history, health, and research courses. (Live Oak Public Libraries)
• Savannah's Community Partnership Program is accepting applications until Aug. 5. The selection committee will evaluate proposals and recommend funding for community service contracts. Click to apply. (City of Savannah)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new 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.