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At a called Bulloch County Board of Commissioners meeting, officials focused on the county’s recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debbie, approving key contracts for debris removal and cleanup. Additionally, the board addressed rescheduled Planning and Zoning meetings and discussed the coordination of upcoming projects to ensure the community’s ongoing recovery and development.

The next public show at the Georgia Southern Planetarium is scheduled for Friday, October 25. This immersive experience will take you on a trip to the Arctic Circle to experience the beauty and science of the Northern Lights. Tickets are on sale now.

Hurricane Helene may have deferred football for a sometime, but she didn't stop the season. Bulloch County Football is Back this week!

Georgia’s high school graduation rate reached a record 85.4% in 2024, marking the highest rate since the state began using the adjusted cohort calculation in 2011 and reflecting significant progress over the past decade.

Sen. Billy Hickman led the Senate Study Committee on the Preservation of Georgia’s Farmlands in a productive meeting at the Sunbelt Agriculture Expo Center on September 25, where members discussed updates from key agricultural sectors and explored strategies for farmland preservation amidst community concerns.

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America is hosting a Career Fair at Ogeechee Tech in Statesboro on October 11, from 9am to 5pm, aimed at filling production and maintenance roles while offering attendees the chance to discuss job opportunities and company benefits with recruiters.

Bulloch County EMS is hosting a family-friendly Fall Festival in Statesboro on October 11, 2024, with activities like games, arts and crafts, Trunk or Treat, and more.

Area residents and interested parties are invited to learn more about the city’s water and sewer system. Statesboro Public Utilities staff will be on-site to answer questions, and a recording will be available the following day. This meeting was rescheduled from September 30, 2024.

Over 3 million are without power across Florida as Milton passed across the state overnight. There are no impacts for Bulloch County from Milton. Wind advisory's continue till 8:00 pm Thursday night for Bulloch. Stay alert as trees may fall that are weakened from Hurricane Helene.

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