October 7, 2025 

Governmental Affairs Council Begins Work on 2026 Legislative Agendas   
 
The Chamber's Governmental Affairs Council convened last week to begin developing the 2026 local and state legislative agendas. Read more▶

UPCOMING EVENTS
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President's Council 
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MEMBER NEWS

SAVANNAH CHAMBER NEWS

Remembering Barbara Deal and Her 42 Years of Service to the Chamber    
 
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Barbara Deal, a beloved member of the Chamber family who devoted 42 years of service to our organization. Read more▶
Chamber Promotes Workforce Wellness with Free Flu Shots     
 
In support of workplace wellness, the Chamber partnered with Lo Cost Pharmacy last week to provide an on-site flu shot clinic for employees. Read more ▶    
Early Voting for Chatham County SPLOST Begins October 14     
     
Early voting for Chatham County's SPLOST referendum begins Monday, October 14. Click to find your voting location. Read more▶

VISIT SAVANNAH NEWS

Visit Savannah Team Attends ASAE Summit Awards in Washington, D.C.  
 
Visit Savannah’s Anjuli King and Larry Browder recently attended the annual ASAE (American Society of Association Executives) Summit Awards at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. Read more▶
Savannah Storytelling Takes Center Stage at Boston Media Event   
  
Director of Public Relations, Supriya Christopher, hosted Boston media professionals for an evening of storytelling and destination updates highlighting the final stop of the Surprisingly Savannah Mobile Tour’s 2025 season. Read more▶
 
Savannah Earns "Best Small Cities" Ranking for Condé Nast Traveler's Reader’s Choice Awards     
 
Condé Nast Traveler has recognized Savannah as one of the nation’s most celebrated destinations, ranking #6 on the publication’s 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards list of Top Small Cities in America. Read more▶
Mid-Atlantic Partners Discover Savannah’s Group Travel Appeal    
 
Last month, Visit Savannah's Aunjuli King led a five-day fall sales mission through Baltimore, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., highlighting Savannah's unmatched blend of history, hospitality, and coastal charm. Read more▶

SPORTS COUNCIL NEWS

Show Your Southern Hospitality—Donate Items for SEC Volleyball Athletes     
 
Get ready, Savannah! Tickets are on sale NOW for the SEC Volleyball Championship, returning to Enmarket Arena November 19–23. Read more▶