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On the Monday episode of The Commute, Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer talks to the first of the three city of Savannah mayoral candidates, Regina Thomas, about her positions, what she would like to bring to the city and her affection for hats.

On the back half, Van Brimmer talks with SMN reporter Nick Robertson about his piece on increased security measures at Bonaventure Cemetery and what the city plans to do to curb excessive foot traffic in the famous spot.

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On the Friday episode of The Commute, Beacon Project lead writer Amy Condon takes over for Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer and talks with Writers Ariel Felton and Anthony Garzilli about leadership and what Savannah needs to do to have the next generation be strong leaders. 

Read more about this issue of Beacon here.

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On the Wednesday episode of The Commute, Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer talks the kickoff to the 2019 Savannah Philharmonic season with their Music and Artistic Director Keitaro Harada. Harada discusses the opening concert, and what to look forward to the rest of the season.

On the back half, Van Brimmer talks with UGA fan Donnie Bell about the upcoming UGA vs. Notre Dame football game going down this Saturday at the Sanford Stadium in Athens. 

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On the Monday episode of The Commute, Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer talks with Savannah Assistant City Manager Bret Bell about the new Savannah Arena, when it's projected to be open and hints at a professional team calling the new arena home.

On the back half, Van Brimmer talks with Georgia Public Policy Foundation executive director Kyle Wingfield about his upcoming occupational licensing reform event and adds insight to the soon to be empty U.S. senate seat due to Johnny Isakson's resignation.

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On the Friday episode of The Commute, Beacon Project lead writer Amy Condon takes over for Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer and talks with Symbioscity principal Denise Grabowski on how urban planning affects the entire city of Savannah and more more!

Read more about this issue of Beacon here.

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On the Monday episode of The Commute, Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer talks with Augusta University President Dr. Brooks Keel about how the Medical College of Georgia plans to help rural cities in Georgia and also incentives for medical students that in turn helps everyone.

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On the Monday episode of The Commute, Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer talks with City Talk columnist Bill Dawers on the upcoming groundbreaking for the new Savannah Arena. Dawers also touches on the upcoming municipal elections.

On the back half, Van Brimmer talks with Tybee Marine Science Center board chair Cathy Sakas about the progress on the center moving to a new location on Tybee's north beach.

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On the Friday episode of The Commute, Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer talks with SMN executive editor Susan Catron on the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian and why we should continue to be prepared.

On the back half, Sports Reporter Travis Jaudon previews both the Saturday's Georgia Southern Football game and Sunday's Savannah State Football game.  

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On the bonus Thursday episode of The Commute, Environmental Reporter Mary Landers talks with Savannah-based hazards researcher and founder of Enki Research Chuck Watson on the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian, including how much money was lost due to evacuation.

Watson also touches on his frustration on how Hurricane Dorian was reported by the media and Gov. Brian Kemp. 

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Due to Hurricane Dorian, we will have an episode of The Commute daily this week.

On the Wednesday episode of The Commute, Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer talks with Savannah Morning News staff Will Peebles, Deann Komanecky, and Susan Catron on what they've seen so far with Hurricane Dorian. The storm is expected to pass Savannah late Wednesday night to early morning Thursday, but the city has began to see some effects.

Also in the discussion is Bluffton Today editor Lawrence Conneff, who discusses what they are expecting on the South Carolina side and previous hurricanes that have affected the area. 

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