Local Government

A delegation of nearly 40 community leaders, students and citizens traveled to Denver, Colorado this weekend to showcase their community spirit and ground-breaking initiatives on a national stage as it competed to be named by the National Civic League as an All-America City. Even though Statesboro did not bring home the win, they represented on a national stage everything that makes Statesboro a wonderful place to live, work and play.

The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners approved the FY 2026 budget in a 5-1 vote on Thursday, June 26. The budget, which goes into effect July 1, follows months of careful planning and collaboration among commissioners and county staff.

From disaster preparedness to youth-led change, Statesboro, Georgia, is making a mark on the national stage. The city has been named a finalist for the All-America City Award, recognizing its commitment to civic engagement. Representatives from the Boro will travel to Denver this coming week for the national competition.

On June 19, 2025, the Brooklet City Council meeting covered a variety of topics, including the approval of the city's budget, infrastructure improvements, and the discussion of a memorial for Emily Grace Mayo.

When a man's life hung in the balance after a serious car accident, a quick-thinking team of Statesboro Police officers and an off-duty paramedic sprang into action, earning them well-deserved Life Saving Awards.

The Statesboro City Council adopted the FY2026 budget, approved a $4.8 million contract for Fire Station 3, and finalized several annual service agreements funded by Hotel/Motel tax proceeds during its June 17 meeting. The Council also recognized three public safety personnel with Life Saving Awards and heard updates from the city manager on annexation disputes, public safety transitions, and economic development initiatives.

The Bulloch County Commission approved a new recreation site in Register, advanced pre-disaster debris contracts, and received updates on FEMA reimbursement efforts during its June 17 meeting. Officials also highlighted public safety expansions, infrastructure progress, and Statesboro’s selection as a finalist for the All-America City Award.

Sen. Billy Hickman (R–Statesboro) has been appointed by Lt. Governor Burt Jones to serve on several influential state committees and commissions focused on education, agriculture, and stewardship of Georgia’s resources.

The Bulloch County Board of Education met for their regular meeting on June 12, 2025, to review key updates presented in the superintendent’s report, including a prestigious finance award, progress at the Transition Learning Center, and important revisions to the student code of conduct. The board also approved several new business items during the meeting, including software renewals, technology purchases, and updated employee leave policies.

After years of stalled efforts, Georgia lawmakers are finally revisiting the idea of raising the state’s cigarette tax—currently one of the lowest in the nation—amid renewed urgency driven by federal funding cuts and mounting public health costs.