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At its July 1 meeting, the Statesboro City Council reflected on the city’s recent recognition as an All-America City finalist, with leaders emphasizing the national attention Statesboro has gained for its youth initiatives, poverty reduction, and civic engagement.

The Bulloch County Board of Education approved its FY26 budget, approved updates to the student Code of Conduct, and confirmed personnel recommendations during its continued meeting on Monday, June 30, 2025.

Today, Georgians are seeing the culmination of their state lawmakers' efforts as a wave of new laws take effect.

Effective July 1, Bulloch County has officially taken over fire protection services for the Five Mile Fire District, ending a decades-long agreement with the City of Statesboro. The transition includes changes to response protocols and funding, with the county now fully responsible for coverage, staffing, and future infrastructure in the district.

A proposed rate freeze by Georgia Power is under fire, with critics questioning whether the temporary pause will truly benefit customers. The plan, agreed upon by the utility and the state's Public Service Commission, has raised concerns about storm damage costs and the impact of rising energy demand.

Be prepared! A joint update from the American Heart Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics details the latest guidelines for resuscitation following drowning.

Following a staffing shortage, the Georgia Department of Transportation's HERO program will resume 24/7 patrols on metro Atlanta interstates beginning July 1, providing critical assistance to drivers.

The sooty mold struggle is real! A gardenia I grew from a clipping was on the brink of disaster, but with some research and a lot of elbow grease, I managed to nurse it back to health. Here's the story of my gardening rescue mission, along with some tips from Bill Tyson from the UGA Extension Office.

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