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Residents from Willow Pond Senior Care and The Cottages at Willow Pond came together on March 17 for a festive and heartwarming St. Patrick’s Day celebration filled with laughter, games, and community spirit.

Georgia Southern University honored its most dedicated donors during the annual Gratitude Gala held March 28 at the JW Marriott Plant Riverside in Savannah, recognizing individuals and foundations whose contributions have significantly advanced the university’s mission. The university's School of Music was named after the Gretsches in 2021.

The Port of Savannah experienced its busiest March on record, handling 534,000 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs)—a 22.5% increase over the same month last year—cementing its position as the fastest-growing container port on the U.S. East and Gulf coasts.

A Tornado Watch has been issued for Bulloch County and a large portion of Southeast Georgia until 6:00 PM EDT this evening, prompting residents to prepare for potential tornadoes and damaging winds.

Statesboro High School’s Class of 1975 will celebrate their 50th reunion on Saturday, May 3, 2025, with an evening of memories, music, and reconnecting at The Venues at Ogeechee Tech. The deadline to register is April 15.

Friday evening in downtown Statesboro saw an impressive turnout for Taste & Tour Statesboro: Downtown, where attendees were able to enjoy live music and samples of local cuisine while strolling the beautiful business district.

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From his roots in Vietnam and Germany to his successful restaurant in Statesboro, Son Nguyen has worked tirelessly to introduce the authentic doner kebab to the area, blending his diverse cultural background with the welcoming spirit of the Boro. Despite the challenges of running a business, Nguyen's dedication to quality, affordability, and customer care has earned him a loyal following, with hopes of one day expanding his beloved eatery beyond College Plaza.

Georgia Southern University honored its most dedicated donors during the annual Gratitude Gala held March 28 at the JW Marriott Plant Riverside in Savannah, recognizing individuals and foundations whose contributions have significantly advanced the university’s mission. The Criders were honored for their steadfast support of various university programs.