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The Georgia Southern Roundball Alumni Club brings together former basketball players, coaches, and managers to celebrate their shared legacy and reconnect during the annual alumni weekend.

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is calling on recreational anglers to support the relaunch of “Operation ROE: Release Over Eighteen” by voluntarily releasing spotted seatrout over 18 inches in length, helping to protect the species during a critical period of recovery following extreme cold weather conditions.

Statesboro Village Builders invites community members to a "Community Resource Workshop Day" on Saturday, February 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Statesboro City Hall. This event offers skill-building sessions, resources, giveaways, and activities for children aged four and up, creating an inspiring opportunity for personal growth and community connection.

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Autumn Johnson, Special Collections Librarian at Georgia Southern University, captivated members of the Bulloch County Historical Society with a detailed presentation on the university’s extensive archives, including rare manuscripts, local history collections, and the Senator Jack Hill papers.

Two individuals were found dead Monday morning at an apartment complex on South Zetterower Avenue in Statesboro, prompting a death investigation by the Statesboro Police Department.

The inaugural Brawl in the Boro tournament showcased the growing passion for wrestling in Southeast Georgia, bringing over 215 competitors from various clubs to the Statesboro High School gym on January 19, 2025. With participants as young as five and a strong push from coaches and parents to expand local wrestling programs, the event marked a significant step in promoting the sport in the region.

The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners held a make-up meeting on January 27 following delays caused by Winter Storm Enzo. Key topics included updates on the Brannen Pond Road drainage project, dirt road paving designs, the demolition of the old GBI building for a new Sheriff’s Office, and the Clito Fire Station roof replacement, along with discussions of financial updates and disaster response efforts.

The Georgia Southern Planetarium will offer its popular "Perfect Little Planet" show on February 6 & 7. It's fun for all ages, and tickets are on sale now!

Georgia's unemployment rate remained steady at 3.7% in December, continuing to outperform the national average. The state also saw significant job growth, with a record high of nearly 5 million jobs, driven by gains in sectors like health care, information, and retail.