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The Ogeechee Technical College Foundation is pleased to announce a $50,000 endowment from the Rockin’ Out Alzheimer’s Disease Foundation to support academic scholarships for students pursuing Health Sciences degrees, with two scholarships awarded annually.

Bulloch County VOAD needs more trained volunteers to assist our community in times of crisis and encourages churches, civic clubs and individuals to attend this training. The Early Response Team (ERT) Training by UMCOR will take place on Saturday, January 11 at Pittman Park UMC in Statesboro, GA.

What's cooking in your kitchen during the holidays? Find out the most popular dishes and food traditions across the United States based on Instacart data, from mains to beverages, sugary delights, and everything in between!

Read a year-end letter from our editor. Wishing you and your families a wonderful holiday!

Ogeechee Technical College (OTC) celebrated the achievements of 23 Practical Nursing students during a heartfelt pinning ceremony on December 10, marking their transition from academic training to clinical practice and recognizing their dedication to the healthcare profession.

The "man in red" has been busy in the Boro leading up to this Christmas Eve. One recent Friday afternoon, he and Mrs. Claus enjoyed a holiday happy hour with the residents of Willow Pond.

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FEMA has returned to the Kiwanis Fairgrounds Bulloch County to open a temporary mobile Disaster Recovery Center. Bulloch and area residents affected by Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby are being urged to come to the center to make sure they have completed their FEMA disaster assistance applications ahead of the January 7, 2025 , deadline.

Statesboro has a new spot for fried chicken lovers as a second Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has opened its doors, featuring the chain's updated restaurant design. This new location offers residents another convenient option to enjoy Popeyes' signature Cajun-inspired menu while showcasing the brand's commitment to modernizing its customer experience.

Surjith Krishna, a civil engineering student at Georgia Southern University, is part of an innovative student-led research project funded by the EPA to develop a biofilter using algae and 3D printing to combat water pollution and improve water quality.