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Savannah’s Small Business Week Gets a Fresh Start

April 15, 2026

The city of Savannah is gearing up for its annual Small Business Week, which will run from May 4 to May 8. The highlight is the Mayor’s Small Business Conference on May 6, where entrepreneurs can learn from peers and city leaders. Registration is open online but will close on April 24 or sooner if s

business

A New Financial Leader Joins a Fast-Growing AI Startup

April 15, 2026

The company behind an AI tool that digs through business documents just hired a new chief financial officer. After using the platform for years as an investor, she now runs its finances. The tool indexes over half a billion documents—SEC reports, earnings calls, research papers—so finance teams can

technology

Turning Fusion Experiments Into Real Power Solutions

April 15, 2026

Fusion power isn’t just a dream—it’s slowly becoming real through careful experiments in giant labs. One key player, the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, built a system called the National Ignition Facility (NIF) where 192 lasers blast a tiny gold cylinder holding a diamond-covered fuel pelle

finance

Payroll tech tool lands $6M to simplify finance work

April 14, 2026

A London startup called Round just raised $6 million to make life easier for finance teams. Their software connects to banks, payroll systems, and accounting tools. Instead of clicking through many screens, companies set rules once—like payment deadlines and minimum cash levels—and Round handles the

technology

Drone Growth Shakes Up Oklahoma’s Space Scene

April 12, 2026

Oklahoma is stepping into the future of flight, with companies pushing drones beyond hobbyist use. The state’s aerospace sector is expanding fast, driven by new tech that lets drones fly farther and carry heavier loads. This shift is turning Oklahoma into a hub for high‑tech aviation, attracting t

crypto

Building More Than Walls: A Crypto Leader’s Simple Rule

April 12, 2026

CZ, the founder of the biggest crypto exchange, says success starts with a clear purpose. He explains that feeling proud and taking responsibility for what you do is essential. If you keep working on a task without meaning, you risk getting stuck in a routine that adds little value. He compares t

crime

New DNA Tool Might Unlock Nancy Guthrie Case

April 11, 2026

Scientists are working on a fresh type of DNA test that could finally help find the missing 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie. The DNA taken from her Tucson home is a mix of many people’s cells, making it hard to read. A lab says the sample is so tangled that it could take months or even a year to ana

religion

Baseball meets faith: Players mix sports, beliefs, and community

April 10, 2026

Four young adults tied to Banana Ball baseball found themselves at something more than just a game in Savannah, Georgia. What started as a casual fireside meeting for local young single adults turned into a gathering with a big draw. Kaden Bowler, Bronson Balholm, Jessie Hirzel, and Jordan Watson sh

finance

Money Moves in Musk’s Companies: What’s Behind the CFO’s Sudden Exit?

April 10, 2026

A key financial leader has left xAI, the AI startup connected to SpaceX. The former CFO, Anthony Armstrong, stepped down recently. His departure comes as other top executives also exit, showing bigger changes inside the company. Armstrong had a big role before—helping with the purchase of X (formerl

sports

Coastal High School Sports Awards: Winter Winners Coming Soon

April 9, 2026

The Coastal Empire High School Sports Awards, backed by Chatham Orthopaedic Associates, has released the nominees for player of the year in winter sports. These athletes will be celebrated during a live ceremony on June 5 at the Savannah Convention Center, where winners for each sport will be nam