Local News

The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners announced GADOT has approved a traffic signal at Akins Pond road and Hwy. 80 West, approved an additional $3 million for Hurricane Helene debris removal while addressing concerns about emergency spending and public works operations. They approved 37 new firefighter positions, infrastructure repairs, and zoning requests, with updates from various department heads on ongoing projects and community concerns.

Stevenson will lead the newly established Office of Business Engagement, with a goal of developing and executing a University-wide strategy to increase research collaboration, philanthropy, and student experiential learning opportunities with businesses.

Tyson Brown records double-double, Eren Banks adds 16 in round 1 win.

Leah Johnson with another double-double; four Eagles in double figures as GS moves into the third round.

State School Superintendent Richard Woods has named 301 Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools from 104 school districts for 2025, recognizing their commitment to rigorous, high-quality education and academic excellence. Statesboro High School was named an AP STEM School and AP STEM Achievement School.

U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen has announced the 2025 Congressional Art Competition, inviting high school students in Georgia’s 12th District to showcase their artistic talents for a chance to have their work displayed in the U.S. Capitol.

Georgia Southern University is celebrating a milestone in research excellence, breaking institutional records in total scholarly output, peer-reviewed research papers, and Quartile 1 journal publications, according to 2024 data from Elsevier’s Scival.

During the seventh week of Georgia’s legislative session, the House of Representatives passed a range of significant bills, addressing issues from healthcare and education to veterans' benefits and public safety, as lawmakers prepare for the crucial Crossover Day deadline.

American Legion Dexter Allen Post 90 in Statesboro, alongside local Scouting America leaders, will host a historic Charter signing event on March 6 to officially establish the first all-girls troop in Bulloch County, Troop 935G, and reintroduce Venture Crew 935 to the area after a decade.

The next food drop will be on Saturday, March 8 at Statesboro High School. Please plan to arrive EARLY to get in line. Food will be provided for 1,000 families, and everyone is welcome.