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In response to a surge in water-related emergencies caused by severe storms and flooding last year, Bulloch County Public Safety and EMA have purchased a water rescue boat to enhance their emergency response capabilities. This critical addition will help reduce rescue times and provide life-saving support during future flooding events in Bulloch County, Statesboro, and surrounding areas.

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The Statesboro community is rallying behind U.S. Army veteran Matthew Kleinsorge, a devoted father of four, as he battles acute myeloid leukemia and prepares for a life-saving bone marrow transplant, with a GoFundMe campaign launched to support his family during this challenging time.

Bulloch County and Statesboro officials met to discuss fire protection, with the county voting in December to terminate the Five Mile District coverage by the Statesboro Fire Department. City leaders were shocked to learn about this termination in a public meeting with no prior notice. As the City moves forward with plans to terminate the agreement, leaders expressed concerns about the impact this will have on citizens in the five mile district.

Nonna Picci will host the Statesboro Vintage Market, founded by former Georgia Southern basketball player and entrepreneur Johnny McFatten, at Nonna’s Garage on Sunday, February 2 from 12-5pm. Shop local with various vintage vendors from Statesboro, Savannah, and more.

Senior notches 16 points and 11 rebounds in setback, Banks reaches 500 career points.

The Georgia Ports Authority reports strong increases for both ports and provides an update on new and existing projects.

Athletes In Action is a campus ministry for Georgia Southern student-athletes and coaches. 'A Night With The Eagles' will celebrate the work of the ministry over the last year as well as raise funds for the organization and its mission work. Tickets are on sale now!

The state park in Twin City has been closed since the fall after sustaining significant damage during Hurricane Helene. Certain areas will reopen to the public on Friday, January 31.

Elaine Minick Stone, Shannon Grindler, Shannon Ward, and Sheila Stewart-Leach will compete in the Soup-er Bowl Showdown on February 8 at the Statesboro Food Bank, and Kim Riner and the ceramic artists of the Averitt Center are providing handcrafted bowls. Join the food bank for this fun and delicious event to help make a difference in our community!