Interactive 'Zoom 2.0' Town Hall + 6 Displaced After House Fire

Savannah GA

03 October, 2021

7:53 PM

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Happy Monday, people of Savannah! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locallytoday. First, today's weather: Humid with partial sunshine. High: 86 Low: 70. Here are the top stories in Savannah today: The Savannah City Council introduced a new interactive town hall that Alderman Nick Palumbo calls "Zoom 2.0." The recent virtual event, which was designed to feel more like a conversation than a town hall, featured an interactive poll where people could anonymously share ideas at the same time. Several Aldermen noted that this new format was "an opportunity to get a better understanding of the concerns in their districts." (fox28media.com)Six Savannah residents have been displaced after a house fire broke out on the 400 block of East 35th Street on Sunday afternoon. Although the home was destroyed, no injuries were reported. The cause is currently under investigation by the Savannah Fire Department. (WJCL News)Deputy Fire Marshal Richard Griffin was sworn into the Savannah Fire Department's Fire Investigations Unit on Thursday after completing his peace officer certification, which will allow him to help with the investigation and prosecution of fire-related crimes.. (fox28media.com) More than 400 protesters rallied in Savannah's Forsyth Park this weekend to defend reproductive freedom and Roe v. Wade. (Savannah Now)Savannah State University announced Friday that it will hold its 199th commencement ceremony in person on Dec. 10 at T. A. Wright Stadium. (WSAV-TV) Today's Savannah Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Did you know you can feature your local business right here in the newsletter for just $79 a month? Click here to learn more. You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update! If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Sammi Caramela About me: Assistant Managing Editor at Lightning Media Partners and author of "Some Place Like Home."