Archive for August, 2009

Savannah Peeps Compete on a National Stage at SXSW! (And you can help…)

Posted by
Fitz Haile
on August 31, 2009 at 03:53 PM

Ever heard of SXSW (South-by-Southwest), the uber cool annual music festival that takes place in Austin, TX? Well, did you know the music aspect is one of only three parts of AWESOME conference? The skinny is this… In 1994 as the entertainment business adjusted to issues of future growth and development, SXSW added conferences and festivals for the film industry (SXSW Film) as well as for the blossoming interactive media (SXSW Interactive Festival). Now three industry events converge in Austin during a Texas-sized week, mirroring the ever increasing convergence of entertainment/media outlets.

It’s one of the biggest events in nerdery, and we’re not exaggerating. It’s BIG.

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So, imagine our extreme delight when we learned that three (count ‘em, three) groups of local Savannah braniacs are competing for an invitation to present at the Interactive Festival. This is the major leagues, people. And they could really use your help!

The competition is fierce, so please consider giving some Savannah folks your love! Do it before Friday, 9/4!


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Oscar Gets Grouchier: Southeast recycling giant opens doors in Savannah

Posted by
Summer Teal Simpson
on August 26, 2009 at 05:02 PM

Were endearing Sesame Street character Oscar the Grouch to be a Savannah resident, he’d be pissed today. The company responsible for removing vast quantities of ferrous metals (magnetic metals derived from iron or steel) from the waste stream is celebrating it’s Grand Opening today in Garden City. That means less trash for Oscar. It also means less mining of our natural resources. Oh, and did I mention that it creates an efficient source of recyclable commodities exportable to world markets through our port? Oscar, eat your heart out.


Our newest neighbors in sustainable industry, Newell Recycling, broke ground on 40-acre Garden City site last May, bringing with them an initial investment of $20 million (while not requesting tax abatement). TCCa and local community leaders are thrilled to welcome Newell, one of the largest recyclers and processors of recycled metals in the Southeast. TCCi began courting Newell several years ago, recognizing the nexus of interests between manufacturing, large-scale recycling and shipping industries.


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Volunteer 101: The who, what, where, when and how of volunteering in the Peach State

Posted by
Summer Teal Simpson
on August 24, 2009 at 11:05 AM

It being Monday, we thought we’d do a cheery blog about something really upbeat. Thanks to Shirley Sessions, Director of Hands On Savannah and one of my favorite people in the world, we have some really great information to impart on you about volunteerism. Now what could be more warm-fuzzy than that?

Volunteerism is an extremely powerful, yet often overlooked, aspect of our communities. There are organizations around the country (the world even) that - like Hands On Savannah here in our little community - work to promote the power of service, how it weaves together communities and transforms both those serving and those being served. Volunteering empowers people in communities to improve the quality of life for all. It also develops more informed and inspired citizens. Furthermore, through activities such as fundraising, training, and collaborative development, volunteers help to mobilize community resources and increase the capacity of the organizations that help to support the community structure by reaching out to senior citizens, children, the poor, the disabled and environmental endeavors.


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2, 4, 6, 8, Tell us how you INNOVATE: Deadline for applications is FRIDAY

Posted by
Fitz Haile
on August 19, 2009 at 04:33 PM

Good people of Savannah, we’re your biggest fans. We so believe in your distinct abilities to innovate that we’re carrying on the timeless tradition of honoring you this fall at the 2009 Innovation Awards, sponsored by Lott + Barber. The catch is that you have to APPLY. And you have to do that by this Friday, August 21st.

I, too, am dismayed by how quickly August has flown by. (Time flies when you’re sweating your ass off?!) ‘Tis true that the deadline is fast upon us (FRIDAY!) for applications for this year’s Innovation Awards. So don’t delay (though if you ask nicely Fitz may give you an extension to Monday…just like college!)

As your #1 cheerleader, we’re here to tell you that you have what it takes. We’ve seen your work. We’ve marveled at your creativity. Yours, my friend, is true talent. And, we’ve seen applications run the gamut, from elementary school programs to recycling waste vegetable oil to doggie ladders.  So don’t hide your light - let it shine. Show the world (or at least Savannah) what you’re made of and submit your application today. Like the Lottery, you can’t win if you don’t play.


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