ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah) will host a bridge dedication ceremony honoring Rev. Dr. Bennie R. Mitchell Jr. on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Friendly’s Marketplace in Savannah, Ga.
During the 2025 legislative session, Rep. Gilliard sponsored House Resolution 811, which dedicates a bridge on State Route 405 over State Route 204 in Chatham County as the Rev. Dr. Bennie R. Mitchell Jr. Memorial Bridge.
The dedication ceremony will begin with a brief program followed by a motorcade procession to the location of the bridge.
WHO: Rep. Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah)
WHAT: Bridge Dedication Ceremony Honoring Rev. Dr. Bennie R. Mitchell Jr.
WHEN: Friday, November 13, 2026, at 11 a.m.
WHERE: Friendly’s Marketplace, Parking Lot, 821 King George Blvd, Savannah GA 31419
*Editor’s note: Rep. Gilliard has provided a flyer about the event, which is included below.
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