Local Government

The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on a major rezoning proposal from Blue Water Bulloch, LLC, which seeks to develop nearly 100 acres on Burkhalter Road into a mixed residential area. With strong community opinions on potential traffic, infrastructure, and environmental impacts, the board ultimately decided to table the decision for further review until December.

Grice Connect team members at the Bulloch County Annex reported election results as the votes are counted throughout the evening. 

Grice Connect team members at the Bulloch County Annex reported election results as the votes are counted throughout the evening. 

The Statesboro City Council approved new patrol vehicles, including a hybrid model, for the police department and allocated funds for a downtown development project known as 1803 East. These moves highlight the council’s focus on enhancing public safety and supporting quality housing options as part of the city’s growth.

Bulloch County’s Board of Commissioners held their first of three meetings this week to catch up on zoning requests delayed by hurricanes. At the meeting they saw a 199 acre development withdrawn by the developer and a mobile home park denied. Continue reading for all business covered in the meeting.

Grice Connect is partnering with the Associated Press to provide more in depth election coverage over the next few days. This story provides answers to many questions you may have about the vote counting process and how this year’s election compares with previous presidential election cycles.

Ray Davis has officially stepped into his role as Bulloch County Commissioner for Seat 2-A after an early swearing-in on Friday. Initially scheduled to begin his term in January, Davis was appointed ahead of time following the resignation of outgoing commissioner Curt Deal.

Bulloch County Manager Tom Couch has announced he will resign on November 29, 2024, after 20 years of service. His tenure has seen transformative growth in public safety, infrastructure, and county services, marking a legacy of lasting impact on the community.

Delta Sigma Theta and the Bulloch County and Georgia Southern chapters of the NAACP recently hosted a candidates forum to make voter information more accessible for all. As the last week of early voting approaches, make sure you are up to date with current offices up for election and have a plan to vote. SATURDAY voting is available on October 26.

Bulloch County Commissioner Curt Deal has announced his resignation, effective Monday, October 21, 2024, as he and his family prepare to relocate to another part of Georgia. Deal's departure follows eight years of service, during which he also served as Vice Chairman of the County Commission and Vice Chairman of the Bulloch County Development Authority.