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As a middle school art teacher, Heather Gonzales’s influence reaches far beyond the classroom. Her personal experience with dyslexia has shaped her teaching philosophy, and she has become a beacon of support and encouragement to her students who face their own struggles in and out of the classroom, teaching them not only the technical skills of art but also the resilience and self-expression that come with it. Gonzales will now advance to the Georgia Teacher of the Year competition.

Each year, Dancing with the Statesboro Stars brings the community together for an unforgettable evening of dazzling performances by local celebrities, all while raising vital funds for Safe Haven, an organization dedicated to supporting victims of domestic violence. Tickets are ON SALE NOW online and at Morris Bank on North Main Street.

Georgia Southern will take on Old Dominion Thursday night in Norfolk. Kickoff is at 7:05pm.

The 2024 Savannah Music Festival Family Jam will take place on Saturday, October 26 at Plant Riverside District's Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, featuring live jazz and blues performances by student ensembles from the SMF Jazz Academy, along with a community jam session and local food vendors.

Child Advocacy Services SEGA Inc. is set to host the 12th Annual CASA Superhero Run this Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Guyton Civic Center, inviting participants of all ages to join in supporting children in foster care through a 5K run, family fun run, and a costume contest.

Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong Campus is bringing back its popular “Celebrate: Together” festival on October 24, 2024, featuring over 100 booths, activities, and entertainment for the community, students, and alumni.

FEMA is offering Displacement Assistance to eligible survivors of Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby, providing financial support for temporary housing when returning home isn't possible. See additional information about unemployment assistance and how to properly spend assistance funds.

This week, downtown Statesboro will see the return of Fix-It-Friday along with the re-launch of The Fab Lab. Fix-It-Friday will offer free repairs on bicycles, small appliances, and more with their on-site experts, and The Fab Lab will offer demonstrations and tours.

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Chamber members, local leaders and organization came together for an evening almost two years in the making, to recognize the efforts that have strengthened the Bulloch County Community and to share future plans that will sustain and continue this growth. Join Grice Connect for a summary of the thoughtful speeches and exciting announcements shared at the State of the Region Address.