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In September, Georgia's net tax collections totaled about $3.21 billion, down 2.8% from last year, while year-to-date collections rose 0.4% to approximately $8.11 billion, driven by mixed changes in individual income, corporate income, and sales taxes.

Small business owners affected by Hurricane Helene can access in-person assistance at newly opened Small Business Administration Recovery Centers in Bulloch and Chatham Counties, where staff will help with disaster loan applications and provide support during the recovery process.

Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide that took place on October 14, 2024, near Interstate 16. A man was found with multiple injuries, and the suspect, identified as 31-year-old Robert Brandon Lewis Keller, is now in custody following a brief pursuit.

The next Gather & Grow at the Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern is this Thursday and will feature locals Trish and Randy Morton, who will share their knowledge on growing sugarcane on their Georgia Centennial Farm.

Cumming, GA, will host the exciting first round of the Qualifier Meat Cutting Challenge on October 16, where 24 skilled meat-cutters from Georgia Texas Roadhouse restaurants, including Statesboro native Julian Carrasco, will showcase their precision and artistry in a unique competition on the ice, vying for a chance to advance to the national championship.

UPDATE: The victim of the house fire has died. A Statesboro woman is in critical condition following an early morning house fire on North Main Street on Tuesday. Firefighters rescued the woman from the burning home and paramedics rushed her to East Georgia Regional Medical Center for emergency treatment.

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Lane closures on I-16 westbound between exit 116 and exit 111 has caused significant traffic delays Monday night, October 14, 2024. Emergency crews responded to the scene around 9:00 p.m., with law enforcement advising motorists to seek alternate routes.

You are watching live coverage of the 62nd Kiwanis Ogeechee Fair Parade and the GS Homecoming parade in Downtown Statesboro.

Residents of Southern Manor Senior Living in Statesboro and Candler-Metter recently united to show appreciation for the dedicated linemen who restored power after a storm, preparing and delivering 100 gift bags filled with snacks and heartfelt messages of gratitude.