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Arrest made in downtown Savannah arson investigations, according to Savannah Fire --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/13/arrest-made-downtown-savannah-arson-investigations-according-savannah-fire/

Police investigating sidewalk chalk vandalisms in Savannah neighborhood --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/15/police-investigating-sidewalk-chalk-vandalisms-savannah-neighborhood/

Jan. 7 sentencing set for men convicted in Arbery killing --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/14/jan-7-sentencing-set-men-convicted-arbery-killing/

Doug Weathers will be inducted into Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame --- https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/15/doug-weathers-will-be-inducted-into-georgia-association-broadcasters-hall-fame/

WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.

In this week’s episode:

• Soldier arrested in deadly hit and run crash in downtown Savannah: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/06/gsp-looking-vehicle-involved-hit-and-run-that-killed-1-seriously-injured-another-downtown-savannah/
• Historic Savannah church with ties to civil rights movement demolished: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/08/historic-savannah-church-with-ties-civil-rights-movement-demolished/
• Former boyfriend of Mallory Beach files lawsuit against Alex Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/08/former-boyfriend-mallory-beach-files-lawsuit-against-alex-murdaugh/
• Southeast Bulloch claims GHSA state flag football title: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/09/southeast-bulloch-claims-state-flag-football-title/
• Friends, family continue to donate to Toys for Tots in honor of Daniel Zeigler: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/09/donating-daniel/
• WTOC Toys for Tots drive continues through December 13: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/03/wtoc-toys-tots-toy-drive-underway/

WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode: - Savannah Fire seeking person suspected of setting three downtown fires:  https://www.wtoc.com/2021/12/02/savannah-fire-investigating-string-downtown-fires-overnight/ - Federal judge blocks vaccine mandate for healthcare workers: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/30/federal-judge-blocks-vaccine-mandate-health-care-workers/ - Area health leaders urge vaccination as Omicron variant causes concern: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/29/doctors-urging-covid-vaccine-new-variant-causes-concern/ - #1 Dawgs look to add SEC Title to dominant 2021 run: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/ 

WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.

In this episode: - All three men found guilty of felony murder in the death of Ahmaud Arbery: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/24/verdict-announced-trial-3-men-accused-killing-ahmaud-arbery/ - WTOC Coverage of Ahmaud Arbery case: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - Thanksgiving travel ramps up in southeast Georgia, Lowcountry: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/23/ga-sc-troopers-will-be-roads-travel-roars-back-with-holiday/ 

WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode:

- Prosecution, defense rest in trial for men charged in Arbery killing: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - New rail system part of plans to alleviate port congestion: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/12/new-rail-system-part-plans-alleviate-backlog-savannah-port/ - Costco opens in Pooler: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/18/costco-celebrates-grand-opening-pooler/ - WTOC launches annual Toys for Tots campaign: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/18/wtoc-launch-annual-toys-tots-campaign/  

WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this week's episode:

- Testimony continues in trial for three men charged with murder of Ahmaud Arbery: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - Savannah hosts Veterans Day parade: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/11/veterans-day-parade-returns-savannah/ - Wild pigs wreaking havoc on Chatham County neighborhood: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/08/wild-pigs-wreaking-havoc-chatham-county-neighborhood/ - The Final Lap at Oglethorpe Speedway: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/01/wtoc-plus-final-lap-oglethorpe-speedway-park/

WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.

In this episode:

• Opening statements set to begin Friday in Arbery murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
• Former Savannah Mayor Jackson wins special election for State House 165th District seat: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/03/former-savannah-mayor-lead-state-house-165th-district-seat/
• Elections Center: https://www.wtoc.com/politics/elections/
• Runners, Savannah businesses excited for return of Rock N’ Roll Marathon: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/04/savannah-businesses-hopeful-rock-n-roll-marathon-has-positive-impact-revenue/
• Braves win first World Series since 1995: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/11/03/atlanta-braves-win-world-series-after-game-6-victory-over-houston-astros/

WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.

In this episode:

• Pinpoint home explosion and fire leaves three injured, neighbors questioning Chatham County 911 response: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/26/county-manager-feels-call-center-acted-timely-manner-after-witnesses-claim-late-response-home-explosion/
• Jury selection continues for second week in Arbery murder trial: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/
• Final section of Golden Ray removed from St. Simons Sound: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/26/live-news-conference-last-piece-golden-ray-is-removed/
• GHOST PIRATES: Savannah’s hockey team has its name: https://www.wtoc.com/sports/savannah-ghost-pirates/

WTOC Digital Anchor gives you a recap of the week's biggest stories from the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. In this episode:

- Jury selection begins in trial for three men charged with Arbery killing: https://www.wtoc.com/news/ahmaud-arbery-case/ - Bond denied for Murdaugh: https://www.wtoc.com/news/lowcountry/murdaugh-case/ - One dead, one charged in Forsyth Park shooting: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/21/suspect-arrested-deadly-shooting-forsyth-park/ -SCAD Film Festival returns in-person this weekend: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/04/24th-annual-scad-savannah-film-festival-schedule-announced/

WTOC Digital Anchor Jake Wallace gives you a recap of the week’s biggest stories from around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.

In this episode:

• Alex Murdaugh facing charges in connection to misappropriated funds in housekeeper’s wrongful death settlement: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/14/alex-murdaugh-charged-connection-with-misappropriated-funds-housekeepers-death-settlement/
• Deadly shooting at Savannah athletic complex: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/13/parents-concerned-after-shooting-athletic-complex-with-children-playing-nearby/
• Savannah allowing permits for large, outdoor events, clears way for Rock N’ Roll Marathon: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/13/savannah-mayor-provide-update-upcoming-event-permits/
• Jasper, Hampton Co. Schools requiring masks: https://www.wtoc.com/2021/10/12/jasper-co-school-board-votes-require-masks-school/
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