Helpers

Year after year, "Dancing with the Statesboro Stars" draws sold-out crowds as community members gather to witness local celebrities and their dance partners deliver mesmerizing performances to raise funds for Safe Haven, an organization dedicated to assisting victims of domestic violence. The dancers' tireless efforts to perfect their routines ensure an unforgettable, family-friendly event filled with joy and the inspiration of helping others.

Have you heard of CAP? It's the Civil Air Patrol, and we have a squadron right here in Statesboro. Read on to learn more about how you can participate in this volunteer organization to not only serve the community but also to better yourself.

Literacy success in Georgia is a community challenge that's going to take a community solution. Join Grice Connect as we think about ways to support our local learners, from preschool to adult education and beyond.

Gracie Cork, an eighteen-year-old Statesboro native, spent part of her summer building a school for special needs student in San Jose, Costa Rica.

Statesboro native, Elliott Marsh, works as a Financial Advisor by day. But he also invests substantial time and energy into his work with the UGA CARE Center and the ROAD Foundation to establish dementia support services locally. Elliott's crusade began in earnest after the passing of both his parents, Chris and Annette Marsh. Grice Connect tells the story of Elliott's determination to increase dementia support services, while honoring the journey of his parents.

You'll be inspired by the words of one of Statesboro's most remarkable "Helpers," Beth Sands. She is an encourager, water aerobics instructor, cancer warrior, and mom, who understands the importance of community and "finding your people" in the good times and bad.

Despite the hardships that come with cancer, many survivors find that the experience has also provided an opportunity for personal discovery and growth. Through her own words, this interview shares the inspiring story of Johny 'JJ' King, a community member known for her involvement with popular pizza joint, Nonna Picci. JJ King is a HER2+ cancer survivor who was diagnosed with stage zero breast cancer in the summer of 2020 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Physical activity is essential to healthy aging. Check out one fun way Thelma Kilpatrick is helping keep senior citizens in the Statesboro area active.

In a partnership formed from helping each other, the Altrusa Club of Statesboro and Frazier's Flowers, give back to Bulloch County through youth literacy.

Dr. Allen explains how you can help keep diabetes and hypertension from occurring through bariatric weight loss surgery