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Happy weekend, Savannah! In today’s edition: A 300-year-old live oak saved, a new Buc-ee’s planned, the St. Patrick’s Day parade, and more. Let’s get to it!

— Cait Baker

🏆 Most popular this week

Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.

Community advocacy preserves landmark: After a Savannah neighbor’s viral post, a 300-year-old live oak was spared as Georgia Power postponed removal. The Chatham County Arborist designated it an exceptional Tree, now protected by law — read the full story.

Highway mega stop ahead: Buc-ee’s is planning a new store in Hardeeville, up I-95 from Savannah. Construction is set to begin soon, with a projected 2031 opening and dozens of pumps and EV chargers — see location and timeline.

Neighborhood revitalization gains steam: Last week, Starland unveiled a new mixed-use project on Bull Street, turning a former upholstery supply building into office and retail space to energize storefronts and the neighborhood vibe — get all the project details.

Spotlight on a beloved tradition: With St. Patrick’s Day less than a month away, Savannah’s parade is coming up. Organizers and Savannah Police are planning safety measures, and early festivities have already started — get safety and timing details.

Balancing growth and water security: Savannah will shift groundwater pumping this year to ease stress on the Floridan Aquifer. A Savannah River intake expansion moves ahead, as environmental nonprofits push to prioritize drinking water — see what’s planned for water.

Festival vending rules rethink: Savannah leaders push a home field advantage rule favoring local vendors in St. Patrick’s Day lottery. Mayor Van Johnson supports it, and City Manager Jay Melder will draft an ordinance — learn what leaders agreed to.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

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☔ Come Rain for Come Shine @ Green-Meldrim House | Monday (3/2) at 5:30 AM – Trade your usual playlist for the real thing inside the Green-Meldrim House, where Daniel Weiser and Maria Zouvas fill those stately rooms with music, charm, and zero streaming ads. Rain or shine, the parlor sings, you swoon, then casually out-culture your friends.

🎵 Music Bingo @ Mexicali Fresh Savannah | Tuesday (3/3) at 7:00 PM – Mexicali Fresh is throwing Music Bingo, where your questionable shower-singing finally pays off with prizes. Free to play, family-friendly, and you can phone a friend, your server, or your playlist to ID the song. Tacos, tunes, bragging rights, Savannah-style.

👑 Women Who Rule Luncheon @ Savannah Convention Center | Wednesday (3/4) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’re here for the chicken salad or the changemakers, this luncheon features a panel of leaders sharing wins and wisdom, crowns a Woman of the Year, and funds reliable transportation across the Coastal Empire. Real tickets required, Facebook Going does not count.

🍎 Midtown Farmers Market @ Daffin Park | Wednesday (3/4) at 3:00 PM – If your crisper has seen more takeout than vegetables, swing by the Midtown Farmers Market at Daffin Park this Wednesday. Local farmers, small businesses, and fresh finds under the oaks, plus neighbor sightings, polite dogs, and an excuse for one more jar of pickles.

🎨 Together We Create – Art Show Fundraiser @ Soho South Events | Thursday (3/5) at 5:30 PM – Feel-good art with real impact, right in SOHO South. Browse works by local artists of all abilities, bid at the silent auction, enjoy complimentary bites and a drink with a $20 donation that supports EmployAbility, and catch Lulu the Giant with Ben Keiser.

🖼 Exhibition Reception: “The Ball” and “moonlight & shadow” @ Laney Contemporary | Thursday (3/5) at 5:30 PM – Laney Contemporary is hosting a reception for Marcus Kenney’s The Ball and Jeremiah Jossim’s moonlight & shadow. Expect Dada masquerade collages, moonlit quilted horizons, and the kind of art that invites a real conversation, not a quiz. Consider it therapy, with better lighting.

🎉 March First Friday Festivities @ ARTS Southeast | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – First Friday in Starland brings a sendoff for ON::View’s past residents, Emily Harrold’s finale, and the Where We’ve Been, Where We Go show. Poke around open studios, meet the 2026 Incubator Artist, then ‘just browse’ the Sulfur Shop’s extended hours, because restraint is for tourists.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Savannah report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 66°F – Low: 50°F – Precip: 11%

Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. Northeast wind around 7 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 50. North wind around 3 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 73°F – Low: 50°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50.

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