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The Downtown Statesboro Development Authority is gearing up to kick off the school year with its annual Vyve Broadband Downtown Pep Rally, a free event set for August 7th that celebrates local football teams and features marching bands, cheerleaders, and more.

For Melinda Roell, the art of costume-making is more than just a hobby; it's a passion that has blossomed since she moved to Statesboro in 1994. Now, Roell is channeling her love for the arts into creating unique and beautiful costumes for dancers.

Bulloch County Schools kicked off the 2025-2026 school year on Friday, August 1, welcoming back more than 11,000 students and 2,400 employees. This year brings a renewed focus on safety and wellness, with the district looking ahead toward future growth and infrastructure.

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Gdott) has announced upcoming road work projects across several counties in southeast Georgia, with work scheduled to begin Saturday, August 2 and continue through Friday, August 8.

A major food producer is set to invest heavily in Georgia, with plans to build a new plant in Northwest Georgia that will bring hundreds of jobs to the region, Governor Brian Kemp announced.

AgSouth Farm Credit has named Chad Puryear as its next CEO, stepping into the role on September 1 as longtime leader Vance Dalton prepares to retire after 32 years.

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!

Georgia's school voucher program is underway, with approximately 8,500 students approved to receive financial assistance for private schooling. The program, designed to provide alternatives to low-performing public schools, is already generating discussion about its impact on education in the state.

Big news from the Georgia Southern University Planetarium! Starting this semester, you can catch more starry adventures, now offered on select Thursday afternoons and Friday mornings. For just $5 entry, you can enjoy a variety of cosmic wonders with comfy seats included.

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