Local Government

The Statesboro City Council approved the use of remaining CARES Act funds to provide $250 in rental assistance for residents facing housing instability. Council also recognized Mental Health Awareness Month, honored Love’s Childcare Services for 35 years of service, and approved several budget amendments and incentive programs to support ongoing revitalization and public safety efforts.

The 'Riley Gaines Act' is now law in Georgia, preventing transgender male athletes from competing in female sports at schools and colleges.

Gov. Brian Kemp signed three bipartisan workforce development bills Monday aimed at expanding access to education, apprenticeships, and job training opportunities for Georgians.

The City of Statesboro has embarked on a community-driven journey to update its strategic plan, hosting its first public forum on April 23. The community will have a chance to review the plan before it is finalized later this year.

Keith Hamilton of Arcola Septic Care spoke to the Bulloch County Commissioners about the growing challenges of septic waste management in the county. Drawing on industry experience and state regulations, he outlined the need for long-term infrastructure solutions and urged the board to consider a more sustainable path forward.

The Bulloch County Board of Education addressed critical budget issues and celebrated the inspiring achievements of Langston Chapel Middle School at their April 24 work session.

The Statesboro Fire Department celebrated the addition of a new 100-foot aerial platform, Truck 1, with a ceremonial "push-in" event on April 28. The tradition honors the fire service’s history while marking the department’s continued growth and commitment to serving a rapidly expanding community.

City personnel in Brooklet are manually adjusting well timers to mitigate the overflow from the city's water tanks caused by a faulty control system.

Georgia lawmakers will spend the summer and fall reviewing key issues left unresolved during this year’s legislative session through a series of newly formed study committees.

At its April 17th meeting, the Brooklet City Council swore in Officer Zachary Stendor and reviewed the city’s financial standing, discussed utility rate concerns, and considered a proposal for smaller residential lots.