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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced a groundbreaking partnership between the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and the University System of Georgia (USG), designed to streamline the path for nursing students and bolster the state's healthcare workforce.

As the 2025-26 school year approaches, the Community First Partnership hosted its annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, July 26, providing essential school supplies and resources to families while fostering community spirit and preparing students for academic success. More than 200 families were served at this year's event.

Langston Chapel Middle School’s nationally top-ranked track and field standout and honor roll student, Grayson Ray, is heading for the biggest opportunity of his young career: competing in the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games at Humble High School in Houston, Texas, beginning July 28. Ranked No. 1 in the nation for high jump in the 13–14 age division, Ray will represent Statesboro on the national stage.

The Statesboro Police Department is seeking donations of new, unused stuffed animals to comfort children during calls for service. Community members can drop them off at the SPD front lobby during business hours.

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A piece of Georgia’s past is paving the way for its green future — the historic Oak Grove Schoolhouse has officially been relocated within Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern to make room for a new educational greenhouse, marking a powerful blend of preservation, sustainability, and hands-on learning for generations to come.

Kamryn Williams and Eden Chavers from Bulloch County are celebrating major accomplishments after being elected to leadership positions within the Georgia chapter of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). Williams and Chavers will now serve the organization at the state and regional levels.

Bulloch County Schools are set to host their Open Houses on Monday, July 28, providing a valuable opportunity for families to connect with school faculty and staff and prepare for the upcoming academic year. Elementary schools will host families from 4-6pm, while middle and high schools will open their doors from 5-7pm.

Weather permitting, Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) construction partners will close interstate lanes at the locations below for the 16@95 Improvement Projects, which will widen Interstate 16 (I-16) and reconstruct the I-16/I-95 Interchange.

Scammers are getting bolder, and now they’re dialing straight into the hearts and bank accounts of Statesboro’s senior citizens.