Savannah is the county seat of Andrew County, Missouri. Savannah was founded in 1841, the same year that Andrew County was created, although the city was originally named Union. The Platte County Railroad extended its track to the town in 1860, and the Chicago Great Western came in the late 1880s. During the American Civil War, Andrew County was divided. In 1861, Union troops seized the Northwest Democrat, a pro-Confederate newspaper in Savannah, while Confederate troops seized the Plain Dealer, a pro-Union paper. Although no major battles were fought in Savannah, raiding guerrilla bands were active in the area through 1863. After the war, the city grew as a shipping point and trading center. John Peter Altgeld, who became governor of Illinois, lived in Savannah during the early 1870s, and Joseph Toole and Elmer Holt, both of whom became governors of Montana, were born in Savannah, and Marshall Bruce Mathers III, better known as the rap artist, Eminem, spent part of his childhood in Savannah. The community of Kodiak is just east of Savannah.
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Chartered as a non-profit organization, museum volunteers and staff collect, preserve, research, and interpret the history of Andrew County its cities and towns, including Savannah, the county seat. Its location, hours of operation, exhibits, and educational programs are highlighted.
http://www.andrewcountymuseum.org/
The official county government web site features a profile of the county, its cities and villages, offices and facilities, and a calendar of events. County notices and election data are published to the site.
http://www.andrewcounty.org/
M'Shoogy's Emergency Animal Rescue
M'Shoogy's is a no-kill animal sanctuary situated on twenty-two acres in Savannah, Missouri, providing a home to hundreds of dogs, cats and other animals. General information about the shelter is offered, and animals available for adoptions are highlighted.
http://www.mshoogys.org/
The event facility in Savannah, Missouri hosts weddings, receptions, birthday parties, corporate events and other events, including banquet hall rentals, full-service catering services. Its location and services are discussed, and photographs and a calendar of events are included.
http://www.olmacdonaldsfarm.com/
Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce
Made up of business owners and others in the Savannah, Missouri region, the non-profit organization provides networking opportunities for its members and works to advance the commercial and industrial interests of the community. Membership policies, meeting schedules, and a calendar of events are posted, along with a member directory and guide to the region.
http://www.savannahmochamber.com/
Savannah High School Alumni Association
Representing graduates and past students and faculty of Savannah High School in Savannah, Missouri, the organization posts class reunion notices, memorials, and other notices on its site, along with a list of graduates, past principals, staff and faculty, as well as a history of the school.
http://www.shs-alumni.net/
Headquartered in Savannah, Missouri, the R-III public school system is the largest of three in Andrew County, operating an early childhood center, Amazonia Elementary School, Helena Elementary School, John Glenn Elementary School, Minnie Cline Elementary School, Savannah Middle School, and Savannah High School. A district calendar, staff contacts, and announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.savannahr3.com/
The animal medical facility in Savannah, Missouri offers a variety of services to dogs, cats and other pets, as well as horses and livestock. Its location and services are defined, staff contacts are posted, and a number of care guides are available.
http://savannahvetclinic.com/
Savannah is the seat of government for Andrew County, Missouri. The official municipal web site posts council meeting agendas and minutes, departmental and administrative contacts, and access to various forms, documents and reports. Other resources include the city code, photographs, and public notices.
http://www.savannahmo.net/
Located on East Pawnee Drive, the Savannah, Missouri automobile dealership specializes in the sale of Ford cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. Its new and pre-owned inventory are featured, with information about its finance policies, service and parts departments, and special offers.
http://www.waltonmotorsinc.com/
