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Robert Lucas, also known as The Sweet Impact, is a self-taught cake artist and baker. Lucas's journey from IT professional to viral sensation is as delightful as his fantastical creations. With seven million followers across platforms and collaborations with major brands, Lucas spreads joy with each cake creation. Now, with a storefront opening soon, Statesboro and surrounding locals can indulge in Lucas's treats firsthand.

In 1951, James and Doris Tucker married and began their wonderful life together. The parents of six daughters, they shared their advice for a long and happy marriage with us. Commitment, resilience, and devotion are just a few of the qualities that have made their marriage into a legacy worth leaving.

Dr. Michael Braz spent the holidays in Morocco! His natural curiosity and penchant for learning plunged him into a whole new world of North African experiences. Grice Connect recently spoke with Dr. Braz to get a recap of his Moroccan experiences and a few meaningful highlights from his travels abroad.

Volunteers from Altrusa Club of Statesboro spent Valentine's Day day delivering a whopping 330 flower arrangements in and around Statesboro on behalf of Frazier's Flowers. This is the 12th year of their partnership, and it has become the organization's largest fundraiser every year. Altrusa earns a portion of each delivery fee, which they spend on books and literacy initiatives for local children and community organizations.

Susan Allen, Minister of Children at First Baptist Church Statesboro for 25 years, has announced she will retire in early March. She leaves behind a robust, faith-filled children's program and a legacy of love.

Newlyweds Zach and Gracie Clifton are awaiting results and remaining strong in the midst of tremendous uncertainty. The couple recently learned of a 3.5cm brain tumor that will have an immediate impact on their lives, and they are grateful for the love and support of their community.

Grice Connect's Michele LeBlanc shares some highlights from the Bingo and Birthday festivities she attended at The Gardens Senior Living Community. Mayor McCollar has just one request for his next visit: that the residents let him win at least one game!

Grice Connect's new food columnist Chef Patrick White shares memories of how food brings us together -- and a special family recipe. Chef Patrick will take us on a culinary journey each month. It may be a local restaurant review or a special recipe and memory it evokes from one of you that he will share. It will always be a fun and flavorful adventure! Special thanks to The Sullivan Law Firm for making this feature possible.

Esther's Place, a nonprofit organization designed to help Statesboro's women in need, offers food, clothing, confidence, and hope to the ladies it serves. Since its inception in April of 2022, Esther's Place has served over 318 women and 171 children, provided 1,348 meals, 171 showers, 231 shopping sprees in its wardrobe, and completed 544 loads of laundry. 

A seasoned businessman and supporter of progress in our community, Earl Dabbs, Sr., left a legacy of "service above self" that we should all appreciate as Statesboro continues to grow.