Mackenzie Baker

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Multimedia Journalist at WTOC-TV (Savannah, GA)

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Articles

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive collects donations for Second Harvest

5 days ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Letter carriers across the nation are collecting food donations for the 33rd annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) is teaming up with organizations like Second Harvest of the Coastal Empire for this event. People are encouraged to fill grocery bags full of nonperishable food items and place them by their mailboxes before mail delivery Saturday.
Plea hearing set for suspect in officer-involved shooting in Statesboro

6 days ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

BULLOCH COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - A plea hearing is happening Friday in the Bulloch County for the man accused of shooting a Statesboro police officer in 2024. Anthony Kent is accused of shooting Officer Joey DeLoach over a year ago in Statesboro. Statesboro police say DeLoach ordered a car break-in suspect at the Copper Beech Townhomes complex to get out of a car on April 16th. The suspect, Anthony Kent, exchanged gun fire with DeLoach before being taken into custody.
Emergency officials, county leaders meet for 2025 Chatham Co. Hurricane Conference

1 week ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Emergency management officials, first responders and county leaders are meeting at the Savannah Convention Center for the 23rd annual Chatham County Hurricane Conference. Reviewing the past to strengthen the future is what Thursday’s Hurricane Conference is all about. Officials are hoping to share what they learned during events like Tropical Storm Debby and Hurricane Helene to help communities more effectively weather future storms.
Savannah Mayor’s Small Business Conference happening Wednesday

1 week ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - It’s Small Business Week in Savannah. Area Chambers of Commerce and the city’s Economic Development Department are hosting events throughout the week, including a Small Business Conference later on Wednesday. Empowering local entrepreneurs and small business owners is the goal of the Mayor’s Small Business Conference which is taking place Wednesday at the Savannah Civic Center.
‘The epitome of the life of a soldier:’ Korean war veteran laid to rest

1 week ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

HAZELHURST, Ga. (WTOC) - After 75 years, a war hero was laid to rest. A funeral service was held Saturday in Hazelhurst for Master Sergeant Luther Grace. He’s a Korean war veteran whose body was recently identified and returned home to Georgia. While from humble roots in Lumber City, Georgia, Grace traveled to lands overseas after joining the U.S. Army in 1940. He died in the name of freedom a decade later in Korea, leaving his body unidentified until last December.
Gov. Kemp & Small Business Administrator visit Effingham to promote workforce development

1 week ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

EFFINGHAM, Ga. (WTOC) - Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler visited the Effingham College and Career Academy to promote workforce development. The governor and administrator met with school officials as well as high school students. The group also toured the school to see automotive, agriculture and culinary arts programs in action. These work-based learning programs are designed to prepare the state and nation’s future workforce for success.
Events happening for Savannah’s Small Business Week

1 week ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Chambers of commerce across the nation are gearing up to highlight and support small businesses. Next week is Small Business Week, and in Savannah, there are several ways business owners and customers can get involved. Small businesses play a vital role in Savannah economy and community life. In recognition of that, the City of Savannah and area Chambers of Commerce have put together a full slate of events happening next week to celebrate.
Historic Savannah Foundation to hold Preservation Awards

2 weeks ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - May is National Preservation Month which aims to honor and promote the importance of preserving historic places and cultural heritage. The Historic Savannah Foundation is celebrating all month long, starting with their annual Preservation Awards Thursday night. The Historic Savannah Foundation is celebrating its 70th anniversary at Thursday night’s event while also recognizing those who exemplify excellence in preservation.
Local mother advocates for more water safety resources aimed at autistic children

2 weeks ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A Savannah mother is advocating for more water safety resources aimed at autistic children. Heather Boatwright-Mimms has a five-year-old son on the spectrum, she wants to help other parents keep kids like hers safe. Heather’s son Matthew was diagnosed with autism in March. Since then, the Savannah mother has been searching for resources to help her nonverbal five-year-old.
9th annual Books, Blankets and Family Fun event kicks off in Daffin Park

2 weeks ago | wtoc.com | Mackenzie Baker

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The 9th annual Books, Blankets and Family Fun event took over Daffin Park Saturday. The Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS) hosted the event to celebrate and promote literacy in the community. To kick off the event, the Windsor Forest High School marching band led a literacy and book character parade through the park. Schools in the district and local organizations lined the streets to pass out free books and resources to kids and their families.