SUMMARY: Tybee Island, GA, is facing recurring sewage spills, with the third incident in three months occurring after heavy rainfall caused 40,000 gallons of stormwater mixed with wastewater to overflow into Horse Pen Creek. The city is grappling with aging and damaged sewer infrastructure, exacerbated by frequent storms. City crews have made temporary repairs, but a long-term solution is underway, including a $12.5 million upgrade plan and a $2.5 million sewer project launch. Mayor Brian West emphasized ongoing efforts over the past eight years, set to continue for 15 more. An update on the sewer system overhaul will be shared tonight at 6:30 PM at the Tybee Island Public Safety Building.

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SUMMARY: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement has sparked excitement, with Visit Savannah inviting the couple to wed in the scenic Coastal Empire. Visit Savannah president Joseph Marinelli highlighted the city’s beauty, celebrity-friendly community, and nearby honeymoon spot Tybee Island. The city is known for hosting celebrity weddings, including Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck in 2022, John F. Kennedy Jr. and Caroline Bessette in 1996, Mandy Moore and Ryan Adams in 2009, and Paula Deen in 2004. Savannah’s charm and reputation as a bucket-list destination make it an ideal wedding location for the superstar couple.

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SUMMARY: Six suspects linked to a deadly July 2 shooting at Oglethorpe Mall in Savannah, Ga., are moving closer to murder indictment. Four appeared in court: Royce Haynes, Theron Robbins, Franklin James, and Johnathan Jones; Aujawan Hymon and Dahmil Johnson are scheduled later. Police identified two rival gang groups involved: 2X (Group A: Hymon, Haynes, James, Jones) and 3X (Group B: Robbins, Johnson). A physical fight escalated into a shootout, resulting in the death of Tina Smith, who died due to physiological stress fleeing the gunfire. Defense motions to dismiss felony murder charges were denied. Indictments, possibly including gang charges, are expected by October 1.

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