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Representative Lehman Franklin recaps Week 11 of the 2024 Legislative Session

Rep. Lehman Franklin provides his Week 11 legislative update.

Mar 26, 2024 2:32 PM Read more >

World Trade Center Savannah wins two World Trade Centers Association Champions Awards at Global Business Forum in India

Winners of the third Biennial WTCA Champions Awards were announced during the 54th annual WTCA Global Business Forum (GBF) hosted by WTC Bengaluru in Bengaluru, India. Nominees were awarded in four key categories: local connectivity, reciprocity/network support, sustainability and innovation.

Mar 26, 2024 12:05 PM Read more >

Be vigilant to keep aquatic invasive species out of Georgia

Invasive aquatic species can cause significant ecological and economic impacts across the state, from damaging vessels and other boating equipment, to impeding access to waterbodies to disrupting the natural ecosystem by displacing and out-competing native species. Ultimately, almost all these impacts are preventable. So, if you see a plant or animal or fish that looks out of place, report it!

Mar 26, 2024 10:22 AM Read more >

Fishing, fun, and special memories at the 2024 BCRP Fishing Rodeo

Bulloch County Recreation and Parks hosted its annual fishing rodeo for Bulloch County students with special needs on March 14 and 15 at the Fletcher Memorial Park pond. This extra special event is a collective effort for the department that produces smiles and sweet memories for the staff and fishers alike.

Mar 26, 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.

Mar 26, 2024 5:30 AM Read more >

Grillin' for Healing raises $33,500 for Hearts and Hands Clinic

Grillin’ for Healing was a great time for a great cause! The BBQ cook-off fundraiser raised over $33,500 for The Hearts and Hands Clinic on Sunday, March 24, 2024.

Mar 25, 2024 7:23 PM Read more >

An Investment in Growth: Support the Georgia Southern Botanic Garden on ‘Only for Southern’ Giving Day

On March 26 and 27 from noon to noon, Georgia Southern University will celebrate its first “Only for Southern” Giving Day, 24 hours in which our community will come together to support the University and its many programs, initiatives and outreach centers. Learn more about how you can support the Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern on this day of giving.

Mar 25, 2024 6:05 PM Read more >

Magistrate Judge denies Commissioner Timmy Rushing’s Good Behavior Bond request

A Screven County Magistrate Judge denied the Commissioner’s application for a Good Behavior Bond against Lawton Sack at a hearing on Monday. Click on the picture to read more.

Mar 25, 2024 5:48 PM Read more >

Last chance to file Bulloch County homestead exemptions for 2024 | Deadline is April 1st

Homestead exemptions have been enacted to reduce the burden of ad valorem taxation for Georgia homeowners. These exemptions apply to homestead property owned by a taxpayer and occupied as his or her legal residence.

Mar 25, 2024 4:25 PM Read more >

Georgia DOT Holding Public Open House for Proposed US 80 Safety Improvements on Tybee Island

In order to reduce frequency and severity of crashes and improve traffic flow, GDOT proposes to reconfigure the number of travel lanes along the four-mile section of US 80/SR 26 between Lazaretto Creek and Tybrisa Street, add a center turn lane, add pedestrian hybrid beacons (PHB) or rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB) at multiple intersections, and install a cycle track. The open house is this Thursday, March 28, from 4-8pm.

Mar 25, 2024 2:10 PM Read more >