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At the September 3rd Statesboro City Council meeting, Mayor Jonathan McCollar highlighted Latinx Heritage Month with a proclamation celebrating Latino American contributions to Georgia. The council also approved various measures, including a temporary relocation of a voting precinct, a grant for fire safety education, and updates on infrastructure projects and public information sessions.

The City of Statesboro Business Commission is hosting a “Beans & Business” forum on September 10, 2024, at Cool Beanz Espresso Bar, offering local entrepreneurs and small business owners a valuable opportunity to engage with city staff about business regulations and network with peers.

Pinewood Manor turned into a fun-filled fest on Saturday as families came together for the Family Fun Resource Day, packed with games, free goodies, and community resources!

SPD will host the six-week long course on topics such as patrol, traffic enforcement, investigation, and special operations. Applications are due by September 17.

After 23 years of serving the Statesboro community, Ralph’s Diner has closed its doors, leaving behind a legacy of hearty Southern cooking and fond memories. Opened in 2001 by Ralph Thompson, the diner has been a beloved local fixture, now managed by his family, who have said their final goodbyes.

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Steve Hein, executive director for the Center for Wildlife Education and the Lamar Q. Ball Jr. Raptor Center at Georgia Southern, recently appeared on TedX Savannah to talk about the dynamics of trust.

The Georgia Department of Education is now implementing the Georgia Early Literacy Act, which includes comprehensive measures for early reading assessment and intervention. This comes alongside mandatory teacher training, in response to a continued decline in third-grade reading proficiency.

We take a look at how the softball teams of Bulloch county performed in the 3rd full week of the season and upcoming games for Week 4. Both the Bulloch Academy Gators and the Southeast Bulloch Yellow Jackets are currently ranked 2nd in the state in their respective divisions.

Georgia's economic development strategy continues to prioritize rural areas, with over $20 billion in investments and significant job creation outside the Atlanta metro area, reflecting a commitment by Governor Brian Kemp to enhance regional economic opportunities.