Local News

Bulloch County's 13 Title I schools are hosting Parent Nights from Aug. 12 to Sept. 20, providing families with opportunities to engage in Title I Annual Meetings and participate in breakout sessions focused on school attendance, literacy skills, testing, and more.

Severe flooding has led Bulloch County EMA Director Corey Kemp to activate an emergency shelter at Pittman Park United Methodist Church in Statesboro, GA, where over 30 residents were evacuated by boat. Continuous rain has caused localized flooding throughout the county, prompting overnight rescues by local fire departments, law enforcement, and a swift water rescue team.

Click on the picture of the day to get local sports scores, weather and lowest gas prices in town. Check back for updates throughout the day.

Grice Connect has put together an interactive road closure map for Bulloch and surrounding counties. We have also created a guide with helpful information for TS Debby. Click on the picture to read more.

Ogeechee Area Hospice has achieved a significant milestone by earning The Joint Commission accreditation, placing it among the top tier of hospices in Georgia. This prestigious recognition highlights their unwavering commitment to providing the highest quality care and sets them apart as the area's premier non-profit hospice with an inpatient center.

Former Eagles Isabel Kopp and Elis Nemtsov have inked deals to pursue professional careers overseas.

Georgia Power worked through the night Monday to begin restoring power locally and across the state. At this time, they anticipate restoring power for the majority of local customers by midnight.

While the worst of TS Debby has moved past Bulloch County, 4-6" of rain is still possible through Friday. Major river flooding is expected at Eden. Many roads are closed due to flooding. Flash flooding is still possible. Stay alert and limit travel in the county, especially on dirt roads. Click on picture to get useful information on TS Debby.

Bulloch County Schools will remain closed on Wed., August 7, 2024, for all students and staff. The condition of local roadways has made travel unsafe, especially for school buses and student drivers.

Statesboro's Dan Snipes, a member of the State Transportation Board, is providing a local update on Governor Kemp's amended FY24 budget, in which the Georgia Department of Transportation is set to supercharge transportation projects across the state, including key developments in our own Congressional District 12.