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Bulloch goes back to school on Thursday, August 1

It's back to school for Bulloch! The new school year begins Thursday, August 1, 2024. Check out these resources from Bulloch County Schools to give your student a great start to the year.

Jul 31, 2024 11:05 AM Read more >

Statesboro Badcock Home Furniture & More closing as part of nationwide closure

Badcock Home Furniture & More is closing all its stores nationwide following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. The Statesboro store, a fixture for more than 40 years, locally owned by Mike Funk, is having a going-out-of-business sale with significant discounts to liquidate its entire inventory.

Jul 31, 2024 10:21 AM Read more >

Peyton Fuller receives Georgia Certified Economic Developer certification

Peyton Fuller, a dedicated member of the Bulloch County community, achieved the prestigious Georgia Certified Economic Developer (GCED) certification earlier this year. This accomplishment furthers his ongoing commitment to economic development and leadership within the community.

Jul 31, 2024 8:05 AM Read more >

Good Morning, Bulloch!

Click on the picture of the day to get local sports scores, weather and lowest gas prices in town. Check back for updates throughout the day.

Jul 31, 2024 5:30 AM Read more >

Eagle Creek archers shine at USA JOAD Nationals and U.S. Open

Three archers from the GSU SSEC Eagle Creek archery team competed in the USA JOAD Target Nationals and JOAD U.S. Open from July 17-21 in Albuquerque, NM, showcasing their impressive skills at Balloon Fiesta Park. Lawton Elmore, Luke Knight, and Melony Blake, who all secured first place in their respective age divisions at the GAA State Outdoor Tournament, delivered remarkable performances on the national stage.

Jul 30, 2024 7:34 PM Read more >

Senator Billy Hickman leads first meeting on farmland preservation at Georgia Southern University

On Tuesday, July 30, 2024, the Senate Study Committee on Preservation of Farmlands, chaired by Statesboro's Senator Billy Hickman, convened for its inaugural meeting at the Georgia Southern University Center for Continuing Education. The session was dedicated to tackling the pressing issue of safeguarding Georgia's valuable agricultural lands.

Jul 30, 2024 6:25 PM Read more >

Eagles football preseason camp schedule announced

The Georgia Southern football program has announced its preseason practice schedule for the first two weeks, inviting Eagle Nation to come out and support the squad.

Jul 30, 2024 5:26 PM Read more >

Area Head Start programs to close July 31, will reopen when new grantee begins

Head Start programs in an eleven-county area, including Bulloch County, will not be opening August 1, 2024. Parents are encouraged to seek alternatives until a new grantee is established.

Jul 30, 2024 4:33 PM Read more >

Rockin' Out Alzheimer's to host benefit concert at The Blue Room Friday

The Rockin' Out Alzheimer's Disease Foundation invites the Statesboro community to The Blue Room this Friday, August 2 for a concert featuring tribute bands for The Eagles and Tom Petty, with all proceeds benefiting Alzheimer's research and the Alzheimer's Association. Buy your tickets today and get ready to rock out for a great cause!

Jul 30, 2024 4:14 PM Read more >

Georgia Power enhances streetlight outage reporting tool

The interactive tool allows customers to submit repair requests online and now features more user-friendly upgrades.

Jul 30, 2024 2:05 PM Read more >