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East Georgia State College invites the community to its Honey Extraction Party on Monday, September 9, where attendees can explore the fascinating world of honey production and the vital role of pollinators.

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In a heated exchange commissioners pushed back at Lawton Sack leader of the Bulloch Action Coalition regarding the recent First Friday cancelation. Commissioner Anthony Simmons expressed how upset his constituents in the city are that the BAC legal action has stopped these fun family friendly events.

At the September 3rd Statesboro City Council meeting, Mayor Jonathan McCollar highlighted Latinx Heritage Month with a proclamation celebrating Latino American contributions to Georgia. The council also approved various measures, including a temporary relocation of a voting precinct, a grant for fire safety education, and updates on infrastructure projects and public information sessions.

The City of Statesboro Business Commission is hosting a “Beans & Business” forum on September 10, 2024, at Cool Beanz Espresso Bar, offering local entrepreneurs and small business owners a valuable opportunity to engage with city staff about business regulations and network with peers.

Pinewood Manor turned into a fun-filled fest on Saturday as families came together for the Family Fun Resource Day, packed with games, free goodies, and community resources!

SPD will host the six-week long course on topics such as patrol, traffic enforcement, investigation, and special operations. Applications are due by September 17.

After 23 years of serving the Statesboro community, Ralph’s Diner has closed its doors, leaving behind a legacy of hearty Southern cooking and fond memories. Opened in 2001 by Ralph Thompson, the diner has been a beloved local fixture, now managed by his family, who have said their final goodbyes.

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Steve Hein, executive director for the Center for Wildlife Education and the Lamar Q. Ball Jr. Raptor Center at Georgia Southern, recently appeared on TedX Savannah to talk about the dynamics of trust.