Thursday, July 31, 2025
Good morning!
It’s summer fellow Tyler Davis here! Did you miss me, because I sure missed you. This week we’re letting you know about places to escape the heat, opportunities to get involved in sustainability efforts and a centennial celebration.
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CHATHAM COUNTY
Beat the heat for longer: The City of Savannah will offer extended weekend pool hours from now until Sept. 21. Multiple locations — including Daffin Pool, Bowles C. Ford Pool, Tompkins Pool and W.W. Law Pool — will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a staff break from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. More information is available at the city’s website.
Help with sustainability planning: The Tybee Island Sustainability Committee is looking for applications for 7 seats. The panel advises on and monitors the implementation of the city-wide sustainability plan to create a greener Tybee Island. The committee offers guidance and recommends projects, as well as explores external funding opportunities. To learn more or apply, go to this link.
BRYAN COUNTY
Medieval studies classes: The Eclectic Academy of Learning in Richmond Hill is offering courses in medieval studies for students grades K-12. Students will learn medieval literature, history and philosophy. The classes meet 5.5 hours per week, and high schoolers will receive course credit. More information is available here.
Back-to-school supply drive: Tonight, RE/MAX Accent in Richmond Hill is hosting a back-to-school event from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will be free food and resources for students and parents. RE/MAX is also collecting donations of school supplies.
GLYNN COUNTY
New appointments: Angela Smith, Interim Chief of Police for the Brunswick Police Department (BPD), is the sole finalist for the position. The long-time BPD veteran has been with the department for 20 years, and the Brunswick city manager will recommend the affirmation of the chief to the city commission on Aug. 6. Glynn County also announced that Sean Robinson will serve as the new Public Works Director. Robinson previously served as the Internal Service Division Manager for the Public Works department.
Free after-school program: Coastal Outreach Soccer has an opportunity for students in grades 6-11 that offers an after-school program filled with valuable resources. Some of those resources include tutoring, Chromebooks, high-speed internet for completing homework, mentoring and STEM activities. It will be located at 1116 Lanier Blvd. in Brunswick. Call (912) 266-1491 or email cos-admin@hotmail.com.
Something To Chew On: Join the Glynn Environmental Coalition from noon to 1:15 p.m. Aug. 8, virtually or in-person at Sunrise Diner, 5031 New Jesup Highway, Brunswick, for an update on the federal funding landscape, including ongoing community work that continues to make progress, and how GEC is combating federal funding rollbacks. Visit glynnenvironmental.org/events to RSVP or get more information about this free community event.
LIBERTY COUNTY
Midway marks 100 years: The City of Midway will open its centennial celebration with a tree-planting ceremony a 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 4 . Residents can contribute small items for a time capsule to be buried at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8, followed by a celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. (RSVP by today, July 31, at cityofmidwayevents@gmail.com ). Drop off time capsule items at City Hall or bring them to the ceremony Aug.8. All events take place at City Hall, 41 Charlie Butler Road.
St. Catherines Beach Sweep: Keep Liberty Beautiful needs volunteers for its annual Beach Sweep on St. Catherines Island, Saturday, August 16. Meet at Half Moon Marina at 7 a.m. for a 7:30 a.m. departure. No boat? No problem! You can sign up as a captain or as a volunteer on the same online form. You’ll be done by 1 p.m. Contact klcb@libertycountyga.com or (912) 880-4888. Keep Liberty Beautiful meets for lunch the third Wednesday of each month.
MCINTOSH COUNTY
Landfill Amnesty Days set: Aug. 16 and Nov. 15 will be amnesty days for free disposal of various kinds of waste at the McIntosh County Landfill. Open hours will be 8 a.m. to noon. County residents and property owners must show photo ID and proof of residency or ownership. See this link for acceptable waste and items that will not be accepted.
CAMDEN COUNTY
Cooling centers: The National Weather Service in Jacksonville placed Camden County under an Extreme Heat Warning. Cooling centers are available for residents to beat the heat. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 165 Camden Woods Parkway, Kingsland, and Hidden Treasures Assembly of God, 433 W. King Ave, Kingsland, will be open from 12 to 5 p.m. Camden County public libraries will also serve as informal cooling centers during regular hours if space allows. Call the Camden County Emergency Operations Center at (912) 729-5602 for updates on locations and hours.
EFFINGHAM COUNTY
Sale along the trail: Guyton is hosting a Sale Along the Trail event this Saturday, Aug. 2. Browse various wares from local businesses from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. along the Guyton Walking Trail at 310 Central Blvd. Sellers can reserve a 10-foot-by-10-foot space for $40 by calling Guyton City Hall at 912-772-3353.
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