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The Georgia Department of Economic Development has launched a Travel Alert webpage on its Explore Georgia site to help travelers and evacuees find lodging, get information about Visitor Information Centers, and more.

Georgia Power is currently in touch with its response partners, including local and state governments, as well as other regional utilities as the state prepares for Helene. GP is reminding customers to take time to prepare now, ahead of the storm's arrival.  

Bulloch County Schools are monitoring Tropical Storm Helene. At this time, the latest track from the NWS Hurricane Center has the storm shifting west and impacts are expected Thursday evening and Thursday night, after schools have dismissed. The Grice Connect team will provide continuous updates as new information become available.

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) has partnered with the University System of Georgia (USG) to launch a statewide initiative aimed at reducing student suicides by raising mental health awareness through 988 lifeline decals in residence halls across all public colleges and universities. The initiative is expected to reach 200,000 students.

Georgia Southern alumna Anna Snooks Waters has opened Emmie's Fine Gifts in the Market District. Waters plans to offer timeless gifts for every occasion, including registry options for local brides-to-be.

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Those who are helping to carry on the legacy of the Willow Hill School at the Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center are working to record and preserve the important part of our local history the school represents.

Residents of Statesboro, Portal, and Denmark are on alert as a Tropical Storm Watch has been issued, signaling potential tropical storm-force winds within the next 48 hours. Community members are urged to prepare for possible severe weather conditions, including high winds, heavy rainfall, and localized flooding.

Grice Connect's Blake Williams recounts being a first timer at the 35th annual Brooklet Peanut Festival. It was more than just a celebration of peanuts—it was a day packed with community spirit, food, and some fantastic live music. With thousands of folks in attendance, this year’s festival pulled everyone together for another memorable day of fun, fundraising, and good tunes.

In response to the severe impacts of Tropical Storm Debby, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. has declared a major disaster in Georgia including Bulloch County, initiating crucial federal aid to assist in the recovery efforts. This aid is set to support the hard-hit communities across several counties, helping residents and businesses bounce back from the storm's devastating effects.