Port Wentworth Today, August 2026: The Massa Center, August Recreation and Meet the Mayor

A new landmark is coming to downtown, the Recreation Department has packed August with things to do, and residents got face time with the mayor.

In the August 2026 episode of Port Wentworth Today, we take a first look at the Massa Center, run down everything Port Wentworth Recreation has planned for the month, recap the latest Meet the Mayor and check in on Anchor Park.

The Massa Center Is Coming to South Coastal Highway

One of the busiest corridors in Port Wentworth is about to get a new landmark. The Massa Center will be a mixed-use project at 205 South Coastal Highway, turning a vacant restaurant building into a real gathering spot.

The plan includes a takeout style restaurant, two retail and office spaces and four apartments upstairs, with a rooftop set aside for future use. It brings new life to a high visibility corridor and adds to the character of a growing main street. We will keep following the Massa Center as it moves forward.

August With Port Wentworth Recreation

August is a busy month for Port Wentworth Recreation. Trisha and Ellie from the Recreation Department walked us through everything happening this month.

• Skate Night, Friday, August 14. This one is space themed. Dressing up is encouraged but not required. Details on the Skate Night event page.
• Line dancing. Two sessions this month, and all skill levels are welcome.
• Gymnastics is back. A new 12 week program with four classes, from tots to beginners. Registration runs through Thursday, September 3.
• Free volleyball clinic, Saturday, August 22. 11 AM to 2 PM for ages 6 to 14, and lunch is free.
• Recreation merch is online. Gear for every fall sport, including football, cheer, soccer and volleyball, plus plenty for the whole family.

Find registration details for every program at PortWentworthToday.com. You might just see some Live Like Locals Ambassadors at these events too.

Meet the Mayor With Mayor Tracy Saunders

On Monday, July 20, Mayor Tracy Saunders hosted Meet the Mayor, an in-person evening at Abrazo at Rice Hope. Residents came out to hear directly from the mayor and ask their questions face to face.

These evenings are one of the best ways to stay connected to what is happening in the city and to have your voice heard. If you missed this one, we will let you know when the next Meet the Mayor is on the calendar.

Anchor Park Keeps Taking Shape

We always check in on Anchor Park. The 150 acre sports and entertainment complex continues to take shape, anchored by the VyStar Pavilion and the Ice Cove, the training facility for the Savannah Ghost Pirates. The park is still under active construction, with official access only, and we will keep bringing you progress every month.

Watch the Full Episode

All of it is in the August episode below. Missed last month? Catch up with the July episode. Then see the pavilion’s first months in the September episode.

For more things to do around town, see every upcoming event at livelikelocals.tv/events. See you out and about in Port Wentworth.

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