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Georgia DOT continues essential road work May 13 through May 19

A new swap-meet style free (really!) market is coming to Statesboro on the second Saturday of each month, weather permitting. The first Free Market is this Saturday, May 13, at 1pm.

The trail, which consists of 13 stops, features countless stories that bring these locations to life. Many of these stories were uncovered through personal interviews conducted by Georgia Southern's Dr. Amy Potter and her then-student researcher Joyah Mitchell.

Camp will begin at the new location on May 30. Registration is still open with spots available

Chris Page, Paramedicine Technology program director, and Justin Clenny, cybersecurity student, both placed as regional finalists on Tuesday, April 25.

Grice Connect's Senior Moment reporter Michele LeBlanc rediscovers a love for the public library. She was surprised by all of the creative, helpful and fun activities they offer to seniors for FREE! Michele is on a mission to get seniors back out into our community, discovering ways they can stay active, be appreciated and live a healthier life.

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To donate, place non-perishable food next to your mailbox before May 13. Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia and the Statesboro Food Bank rely on this food drive to make it through the summer months. Please donate if you are able!

Senate Bill 55 will allow Georgians under age 18 to sell non-consumable goods, pre-packaged food items and non-alcoholic beverages on private property without requiring a permit or license or paying a tax. The Lemonade Stand Act represents a bipartisan effort to support youth education, empowerment and entrepreneurship.