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The Georgia Department of Public Health, in partnership with Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp, is launching a voluntary training program to help EMS personnel identify and assist potential victims of human trafficking.

South Georgia Tormenta FC is excited to announce the signing of defender Jackson Kasanzu to its USL League One roster, pending league and federation approval.

Trinity Episcopal Church in Statesboro will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Parish Hall, inviting all eligible donors to help ensure a steady blood supply for local hospitals.

The Port of Savannah received four new electric ship-to-shore cranes recently, expanding Ocean Terminal's fleet to eight Super Post Panamax cranes, which will soon allow the terminal to service two vessels simultaneously and enhance its capacity to accommodate the largest ships on the U.S. East Coast.

Five Eagles finished in the Top 20, with two in the Top 5, at the Thomas Sharkey Individual Collegiate, played Saturday and Sunday at the Georgia Southern University Golf Course.

It's that time of year again to reduce your library fines while also giving back to the community! On February 1st, the Statesboro-Bulloch County Library begins their annual Food For Fines canned food drive.

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At the Georgia Southern Museum, new curator Marjean Cone is transforming educational experiences through innovative, hands-on programming. With a background in paleontology, she aims to make scientific learning engaging and accessible to diverse audiences. Her approach focuses on continuing community partnerships and interactive workshops that inspire curiosity and discovery.

Shoppers and employees at the Statesboro Mall were forced to evacuate Sunday afternoon after a fire broke out in the food court, sending thick smoke billowing from the building. Statesboro Firefighters quickly extinguished the kitchen fire with little damage to the mall.

Despite the January chill, Georgia Southern’s spring semester 'Boro Browse' connects students with local businesses, campus resources, and exciting opportunities.