Local Government

The Brooklet City Council discussed term appointments for incoming Planning & Zoning Commission members, funding sources for the Georgia Water & Wastewater initiative, the Brooklet to Statesboro Sewer Project, and more at the most recent work session on Thursday, January 9.

This past week, Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns held a pre-session press conference at the State Capitol to outline his priorities for the 2025 legislative session. See a full video of the press conference.

Beginning on Monday, contractors for the City of Statesboro will conduct 5 to 6 days of sewer smoke testing. If smoke from the testing gets into your home or business, do not be alarmed. Try to locate and repair the area where the smoke is coming from. If this smoke can get in, so can sewer gas and odors. See the article for maps of where testing will occur.

The City of Brooklet broke ground on its sewer project, an initiative to connect the town’s wastewater system to Statesboro, replacing outdated septic systems and paving the way for growth. The ceremony highlighted decades of planning, collaboration among state and local leaders, and the project’s potential to revitalize downtown and support future development, including Southeast Bulloch High School.

The Bulloch County Commissioners approved the abandonment of Bertie Lane, a $37,450 change order for Clark Farm Road, and a $1.8 million GDOT funding application. They also made key appointments and addressed Pulaski Point flooding concerns, while welcoming in the new chairman and commissioner

On a chilly January morning, the Statesboro City Council convened for their first meeting of the year, highlighted by the presentation of the Georgia Transit Association Performance Award to the Statesboro Area Transit System (SATS). Recognized as Georgia’s top-performing transit system, SATS has provided over 27,000 rides since May 2022, showcasing its growth and commitment to service improvements.

A Bulloch County family’s home has been destroyed by fire. The fire was reported by Good Samaritans who noticed smoke and took immediate action to alert authorities and rescue a pet from the home.

Bulloch County held its swearing-in ceremony on December 30, 2024, for newly elected and returning officials. Leaders pledged to serve the community and tackle key local issues. Chairman of the Bulloch County Board of Commissioners, Seat 2A and Seat 2C, Bulloch County Sheriff, District Attorney for the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit, Bulloch County Coroner and more were named.

In a ceremony that brought together family, friends, and colleagues, Matt Hube was officially sworn in as the newest Superior Court judge for the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit. Judge F. Gates Peed, whom Hube is succeeding, officiated the event.

The City of Statesboro's is working on streetscape plans to improve West Main Street in downtown Statesboro. You can review the plans in the story.