Feature Stories

Mayor Karen Williams, elected in November 2023, brings relationship building and community engagement to Pooler government.

Shelly Fickau spent 34 years in student personnel and higher education and now leads the West Chatham YMCA as Executive Branch Director.

Ryan Christopher Williams lived by the words Pura Vida, and his family honors his memory with Ride on Ryan.

Margie’s Army Foundation, founded by breast cancer survivor Margie Singleton, promotes breast cancer awareness and early detection.

The Coastal Empire Disaster Recovery Committee brings groups together to prepare for, assist with, and recover from disasters.

Pete Waller took over Ottawa Farms in Bloomingdale at 15 and still runs the family farm at 89.

Bloomingdale’s Kimberly Golden survived a car crash and is expanding Socks & Sandwiches, her ministry to people experiencing homelessness.

Author Brittany Whitehead and her family share a story of love, compassion, and creativity that began with a sweet pup.

Dinah Gretsch, a music lover and entrepreneur, champions young musicians while building a legacy for learning.

The Best of Pooler 2023 event was held October 12 at Savannah Quarters Club, celebrating reader-voted favorites.

The Sunshine Girls Ministry, founded in 2011, welcomes women who may not feel welcome elsewhere in church, as told by Cindy Reid.

Rothwell Baptist Church, led by Pastor Micah Ellington, has been part of Pooler’s heritage for years with a mission to grow, connect, serve, and reach.