🌱 Williamson Street Shooting + Savannah Rapper NH Skilo Pleads Guilty

Hey, neighbors. It's Monday in Savannah and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community today. Enjoy...

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 92 Low: 72.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. The Savannah Police Department is investigating a Williamson Street shooting. The incident reportedly occurred early Sunday morning in the 300 block. One victim suffered from serious injuries during the shooting. The victim was taken to a local hospital to receive treatment. The investigation is in its early stages. (WTOC)
2. The Savannah community gathered on Saturday to memorialize victims of gun violence. Community members donated victims' items to the National Building Museum as part of the Gun Violence Memorial Project. The project is meant to raise awareness of an issue that is affecting communities across the country. The exhibit closes at the end of September. (WTOC)
3. Savannah's NH Skilo has pleaded guilty to drug possession and COVID-19 relief fraud. The Savannah rapper is facing up to 26 years in federal prison for the charges. Brandon Lamar Williams, 30 years old, obtained more than $40,000 through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act's Paycheck Protection Program. (ActionNewsJax.com)

Today in Savannah:

• Storytime At Islands Branch Library (10:30 AM)
• Come Read With Ms. Becky At Pooler Library (5:00 PM)
• Live Music At The DeSoto (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Savannah Police Department continues to search for missing Dezreon Royal. The 14-year-old went missing from the 6000 block of Damascus Rd. Anyone with information about Royal's whereabouts is asked to contact the department. (Twitter)
• Savannah Mayor Van Johnson discusses violence prevention, the police chief search, and construction during his latest Weekend Update. Click to watch. (Facebook)
• Chatham County is collecting public input on a proposed indoor recreation center. Click to submit your comments. (Chatham County)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow 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.