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Bulloch County voters turned out in record numbers this past weekend, setting a new high for Saturday voting with 845 ballots cast on October 19, 2024. As early voting continues, local officials are seeing significant engagement, with over 6,800 votes already placed in the 2024 general election.

The inaugural "Comedy for a Cause" at The Blue Room drew a packed crowd and raised $5,000 for Safe Haven. Organized by DWTSS Team Duvall/Schwertfeger, the event featured a mix of comedy and live music, creating an unforgettable night of entertainment and community support.

A rapidly spreading woods fire on Westside Road Sunday afternoon sent thick black smoke billowing into the sky, visible from miles away. Firefighters from multiple agencies responded swiftly, managing to contain the blaze before it could damage any nearby structures.

Georgia Southern University’s Tyler Cyronak, Ph.D., has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to explore the critical role of seagrass in climate change mitigation through enhanced carbon dioxide removal.

Chatham County advises motorists of upcoming lane closures on Interstate 16 and at the I-16/I-95 Interchange as part of the 16@95 Improvement Projects, starting Friday, October 18, and continuing through late October, weather permitting.

Food Lion and its customers teamed up to fight food insecurity, providing over 10 million meals through the annual Gala Apple Bag campaign, with proceeds benefiting hunger relief organizations and disaster recovery efforts like Hurricane Helene. They will continue to match customer donations, up to $1 million, through October 30.

Senator Jon Ossoff is officially delivering a massive $1.3 billion boost to expand high-speed internet across Georgia, bringing reliable connectivity to rural and underserved areas through the bipartisan infrastructure law.

Planning to go camping this fall? You can help prevent the spread of invasive pests and diseases on your next camping trip by following these simple guidelines from the National Park Service.

McKeithen's Hardware wants to reassure customers that despite the recent Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by True Value Company, their operations remain steady with minimal impact on our store. They have multiple supply sources and are committed to continuing to serve the community with the same dedication you've come to expect.

High school students looking to dive into natural resources careers have a golden opportunity this summer, as the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for its 2025 Career Academy.