(SAVANNAH, GA) The Celebration of Love event, held Friday, Feb. 7, raised $48,500 to benefit The Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter and its Street Team program for local youth. The money raised will be used to pay for 356 days of services for the children of the shelter. For more information, visit http://carriagetradepr.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1474&Itemid=16
SAVANNAH, GA) Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty presents 4 Wylly Island Drive in Savannah, a 4 bedroom/ 3 1/2 bath home priced at $949,000. For more information on this property, visit http://celiadunnsir.com/savannah/idx/mls-119352-4_wylly_island_drive_savannah_ga_31406
(SAVANNAH, GA) Chatham Area Transit announced the St. Patrick’s Day shuttle service will operate from three locations: Garden City, Whitemarsh Island and Savannah Mall. For more information, visit http://savannahnow.com/st-patricks-day/2014-03-06/cat-releases-st-patrick-s-day-schedule#.UxjcHfldWao
(SAVANNAH, GA) Bernard Williams & Company recently announced the addition of Account Executive, Ryan Gibson. Gibson will handle Commercial Property and Casualty accounts, including both new and renewal business. For more information, visit https://carriagetradepr.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1475&Itemid=16
(SAVANNAH, GA) Goodwill of the Coastal Empire is pleased to announce that Stephen Wheelock has joined the company as the new chief financial officer. In his new role, Wheelock will be responsible for overseeing the financial activities of Goodwill of the Coastal Empire including: financial planning, monitoring cash flow, analyzing financial strengths and weaknesses, and suggesting plans for improvement. For more information, visit https://carriagetradepr.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1476&Itemid=16
(SAVANNAH, GA) Lisa Wald Chappell has joined Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty as a sales associate. Lisa is a graduate of Auburn University. An avid runner, Lisa is married with two teen children. She volunteers at her children’s school and various local charities. She is a member of Christ Church Episcopal. For more information, visit http://mysavannah.wordpress.com/2014/03/05/lisa-wald-chappell-joins-celia-dunn-sothebys-international-realty/
(SAVANNAH, GA) Wright Security Systems, Inc. integrated their technology with an app, allowing you to check in on your property while at work or on vacation, arm or disarm the system remotely, turn the lights on or off, adjust the thermostat, view live video and send commands to your security system from your smartphone or mobile device. Contact Noel Wright at 912.354.2692 for more information.
(SAVANNAH, GA.) The Coastal Empire Council, Boy Scouts of America and the Okefenokee Area Council, Boy Scouts of America have announced that they are combining forces to form a new Coastal Georgia Council. Merger of the two Councils will enhance Scouting in the region by strengthening programs and better utilizing each Council’s resources, making the new larger Council the premiere Scouting organization in this area. For more information, visit http://mysavannah.wordpress.com/2014/03/07/merger-confirmed-for-neighboring-boy-scout-councils/
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SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah SCORE presents a thought provoking business lecture entitled “Adding L-I-F-E To Your Business”. The event will be in the SCORE conference room, 111 E. Liberty St. Savannah from 11:30 to 1:00 Wednesday, March 26,2014. Our expert speaker is noted Savannah attorney, Howard Spiva. There is no charge for the presentation, but attendees are requested to bring a lunch. RSVP by calling the SCORE office at (912)-652-4335.
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Coastal Georgia Council, Boy Scouts of America recognized outstanding community leaders and volunteers at the annual Silver Beaver Banquet on Saturday, February 22, 2014. http://mysavannah.wordpress.com/2014/03/06/coastal-georgia-council-announces-annual-boy-scout-volunteer-awards/
(SAVANNAH, GA) Coastal Pet Rescue introduces Kalina, a 3 year old Husky/Corgi Mix who was surrendered due to a divorce. Kalina is a medium sized, highly energetic female, and friendly with other dogs and children. All shots are current, and Kalina is neutered, microchipped, and housebroken. To apply for the adoption of Kalina, visit http://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2014-d-037-kalina/
(SAVANNAH, GA) Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter announces that Kenneth J. Brown has joined the organization as coordinator of the Street Outreach Program. Brown has spent more than two decades working in the social services field, most recently as a residential case manager at AmericanWork, Inc. and as a houseparent at Park Place Outreach. For more information, visit https://carriagetradepr.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1477&Itemid=16
(AUGUSTA, GA) A 42,000-square-foot Augusta location scheduled to open March 20 is Cabela’s first in Georgia. http://www.cabelas.com/
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Creative Coast announces the TEDxCreativeCoast Sessions will take place Friday, May 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jepson Center, located at 207 West York Street. Anyone interested in speaking is asked to contact Charisse at 912.447.8457 or charisse@thecreativecoast.org
(SAVANNAH, GA) Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) is calling for stories and tips from families with children with different abilities. LDSS hopes to collect 25 stories that will be published in a book. The goal of this project is create a resource for parents and families to learn from each others’ experiences. There are no limitations set on the length of the stories submitted, but entries should include the writer’s full name, a photo to accompany the story, information on your child, and words of wisdom to other families that have a child with Down Syndrome. All proceeds from ebook sales will benefit the Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society. Share your story in hopes to help other families on their journey. Please send story submissions to savannahpublicrelations@gmail.com by March 31.
(SAVANNAH, GA) In recognition of National Youth Art Month (YAM), the Savannah Mall will showcase 34 artwork panels created by local youth. Unveiling March 1, the displays will feature creative works from students in Chatham County public schools. YAM is an annual observance each March to emphasize the value of art education for all children, and to encourage support for quality school art programs. This year’s theme is “Folk Art on my Mind.” For more information, call 912.927.7467 or visit www.savannahmall.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) On Wednesday, March 5, the inaugural Mission:PR Intern and Nonprofit MIXER offered a chance for students to meet representatives from a number of nonprofit agencies in the hopes of developing an internship for the upcoming semester. More than 30 students attended, and were matched with 30 nonprofits from Savannah. For more information on the results, visit http://mysavannah.wordpress.com/2014/03/07/the-missionpr-intern-and-nonprofit-mixer-matched-30-local-nonprofit-organizations-with-students-from-gsu-and-ssu/
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