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VIDEO | GALLERY | Brooklet Elementary celebrates 29th annual pumpkin parade with storybook-inspired characters

Brooklet Elementary' s 29th annual Pumpkin Parade delighted the community with creative, storybook-inspired displays that brought favorite literary characters to life. Students, teachers, and staff joined together to celebrate reading and imagination, turning pumpkins into everything from classic fairy tale figures to adventurous heroes.

Oct 25, 2024 4:40 PM Read more >

Southeast Georgia Road Work Weekly Traffic Interruption Advisory

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced essential road work throughout Southeast Georgia, leading to potential traffic interruptions from Saturday, October 26, 2024, through Friday, November 1, 2024.

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Bulloch County Manager Tom Couch announces resignation, reflects on 20-year tenure

Bulloch County Manager Tom Couch has announced he will resign on November 29, 2024, after 20 years of service. His tenure has seen transformative growth in public safety, infrastructure, and county services, marking a legacy of lasting impact on the community.

Oct 25, 2024 3:23 PM Read more >

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and NAACP host Candidates Forum for local community prior to November 5 election

Delta Sigma Theta and the Bulloch County and Georgia Southern chapters of the NAACP recently hosted a candidates forum to make voter information more accessible for all. As the last week of early voting approaches, make sure you are up to date with current offices up for election and have a plan to vote. SATURDAY voting is available on October 26.

Oct 25, 2024 2:02 PM Read more >

Kemp announces another $1B tax rebate

Governor Brian Kemp has announced a new tax rebate exceeding $1 billion for Georgians, aimed at providing relief for families, particularly those affected by Hurricane Helene, as part of his mid-year budget proposal to the General Assembly in January.

Oct 25, 2024 12:24 PM Read more >

Don't miss the fun weekend events around the Boro

Grice Connect's interactive events calendar makes it easy to find fun events for date night or the entire family in and around Statesboro. Check it out and start making plans now!

Oct 25, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Monsters & Mad Scientists week kicks off at Georgia Southern Museum on Sunday

The Georgia Southern University Museum is gearing up for a week of Halloween fun with its brand new event, "Monsters & Mad Scientists," running from October 27 to October 31, 2024. The event offers interactive science experiments, spooky activities, and a movie screening, making it a perfect way to celebrate the Halloween season.

Oct 25, 2024 10:05 AM Read more >

Recreation and Parks' Trick or Treat marks the start of spooky season in the Boro!

Bulloch County Recreation and Parks kicked off the fall season with a festive Trick or Treat event at the Ag Complex. With a candy trail, games, and lots of great costumes, it was a fun evening for all.

Oct 25, 2024 8:15 AM Read more >