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Since 1984, Choices of the Heart, a crisis pregnancy center, has been dedicated to supporting women in Statesboro, GA. On October 29th, they will celebrate 40 years of offering help, medical services, and prayer, so that no woman faces pregnancy alone.

The Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University will host its annual Fall Plant Sale October 26-27, offering a wide selection of pollinator-friendly plants, rare specimens, and houseplants, with proceeds supporting the garden's projects.

AgSouth Farm Credit recently announced the results of their 2024 Board of Directors election, with new leaders set to serve from October 23rd, and a runoff scheduled for Region 7, Seat 3, between two Georgia candidates.

Belue, a hardworking Shetland Sheepdog from Sumter County, took home the title of 2024 Georgia Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year, celebrated for his dedication to farm life and beyond.

The Davenport House Museum invites guests to experience its special Moonlight Mourning tours, offering an immersive glimpse into 19th-century Savannah's death rituals and mourning customs on October 24 and 25.

The Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center has rescheduled its archival collection event that was canceled due to Hurricane Helene. The event is planned for this Saturday at the Visit Statesboro Welcome Center. Intern Lawrence Heber is working to gather and preserve the stories and artifacts of African American World War II veterans from the local community.

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DeWayne Grice, founder of Grice Connect, took the stage reflecting on the unexpected honor of the moment. He shared the journey behind Grice Connect, a local news platform dedicated to highlighting the positivity and resilience within our community. He then surprised everyone and announced he would be sharing the award with Jonathan and Stephanie Smith, who have exemplified community spirit through their tireless efforts to support those in need during recent hurricanes.

Statesboro STEAM Academy has officially closed on its bond to finance a new facility, which clears the way for construction with plans to open in 2026, marking a significant milestone in its development.