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The City of Statesboro will hold a public information meeting on Monday, September 30, 2024, at City Hall to educate residents and business owners about the city’s water and sewer system, its current capacity, and future growth potential. All residents and interested parties are invited to attend.

As Hurricane Helene approaches the Southeast, Excelsior EMC is fully prepared to ensure the safety and reliability of electric service for its members, with crews on high alert and essential resources ready for swift storm response.

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A westward shift in Hurricane Helene has decreased rainfall predictions however NWS Charleston is still predicting the possibility of tropical storm force winds overnight on Thursday. Continue monitoring for updates as conditions change.

Grice Connect is providing a list of business and school closings due to Hurricane Helene. Please check the list often and submit your closure to [email protected] for inclusion in the list.

Bulloch County Schools will dismiss students two hours early on Thursday, September 26, and remain closed on Friday, September 27, following guidance from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency. All after-school activities and the Board of Education's work session for Thursday have been canceled.

The future of Bulloch County depends on its people, and their voices are more important than ever. To foster that dialogue, Georgia Southern University’s Institute for Vibrant and Engaged Communities (IVEC) recently kicked off its series of Community Conversations in Brooklet. Community members shared their thoughts and concerns about the community.

Mike Crews has put together a complete schedule of all college football games this coming weekend. You will find the date of the game, game start times, and where to watch the game. He has included links to listen live the GS, BA, SEB and SHS games live as well. As a bonus he has included NFL games as well. Here's to another great weekend of football!

Mariah McRae, RN, has been recognized with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at East Georgia Regional Medical Center, celebrating her compassionate care and dedication in the intensive care unit over her nearly five years of service.