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Gabrielle Nelson Announces Candidacy For City Council | The Savannah Tribune

Gabrielle Nelson made the official candidacy announcement for Port Wentworth District 1 City Council last Friday, July 9th, 2021 at Port Wentworth City Hall located at 7224 Ga Hwy 21, Port Wentworth, GA 31407. Mrs. Nelson currently serves on The Port Wentworth Planning & Zoning Commission and intends to use that knowledge along with the leadership, political and planning skills … Continue reading "Gabrielle Nelson Announces Candidacy For City Council"

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