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The Southeast Bulloch Yellow Jackets defeat the Generals 35 to 9 and head to the second round of the playoffs. They will take on the Harlem Bulldogs in Harlem, GA, Friday, November 22.

We're giving a special shout-out to a member of the GC family for her contributions to this year's Georgia Southern Holiday Helper Tree. Please join her in helping to make holiday wishes come true for so many!

This is an update to an early Friday morning GC story. Seven individuals were arrested after a reported vehicle break-in on Georgia Avenue led Statesboro police to a residence on Lanier Drive, where stolen items, firearms, and drugs were discovered. The operation, involving SPD, GSUPD, and a SWAT team, highlights ongoing efforts to address a string of entering auto incidents in the area.

The Averitt Center for the Arts recently kicked off The Greenhouse Project, a multimedia exhibit featuring artwork from 18 artists at Brigham Young University. During the opening reception, artist Brenna Cooper shared insights into the collaborative nature of the project, explaining how a visit to a greenhouse inspired the diverse works on display. The exhibit, which explores themes of growth and the environment, will be on view through January 3rd.

The Georgia Department of Transportation continues essential road work across Southeast Georgia from Saturday, November 16 through Friday, November 22, with ongoing construction, maintenance, and bridge projects resulting in various traffic interruptions and lane closures.

Five Guys, the popular burger chain known for its fresh ingredients, customizable menu, and not to forget their peanuts, is set to open its first location in Statesboro on Monday, November 18, 2024. The new restaurant will be located at 23992 U.S. Highway 80 East, sharing the building with Mattress Warehouse, which opened earlier this year.

Citizens will have the opportunity to share their thoughts about the drafts of the Comprehensive Plan with the council at four separate work sessions and during a 40-day public comment period in April of next year.

The Georgia Southern Eagles will return to action after their second bye week of the season, hosting Troy for a key Sun Belt Conference matchup on Saturday, November 16, at 4:02 p.m. at Allen E. Paulson Stadium, with the game available on ESPN+ and the Georgia Southern Sports Network.

Southeast Bulloch will take on Heritage in Ringgold, GA, Friday, November 15, 2024. Kickoff is at 7:30 PM.

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!