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Georgia Southern Athletics has achieved a record-breaking $12.99 million in new pledges and gifts for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, marking the fourth consecutive year of setting fundraising records under Athletic Director Jared Benko.

Governor Brian Kemp has announced a $1.5 billion surplus fund allocation aimed at massively enhancing Georgia's transportation infrastructure, marking a significant boost in the state's efforts to improve roadways, aviation, and freight movement. This includes funding for widening I-16 to improve the movement of cargo in and out of the Port of Savannah.

Statesboro First United Methodist Church is excited to welcome Reverend Mark Burgess as its new Senior Pastor, bringing 23 years of ministry experience and a heartfelt commitment to lead the congregation into its next chapter. The community is invited to Wednesday Night Dinner and service on August 14 to meet him.

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Fordham’s Farmhouse is marking its 20th anniversary on July 29th, celebrating two decades of homestyle cooking and community warmth, and the community is invited to join them. Since opening in 2004, the restaurant has become a cherished local staple, known for its delicious meals and welcoming atmosphere.

On Saturday, July 13, Ogeechee Technical College’s Student Leadership Council sponsored the Statesboro Soup Kitchen, serving 126 hot meals and 132 take-out lunches to the local community.

Georgia Southern was picked to finish fourth in the East division of the Sun Belt.

BJ and Haley McKellar are bringing the fun of axe throwing to a permanent spot in town with the opening of Boro the Hatchet at 19 E. Vine St. in downtown Statesboro. Join them for a grand opening celebration on July 31.

South Georgia Tormenta FC clinched victory over Charlotte Independence in the USL Jägermeister Cup through penalty kicks, following a 1-1 draw in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Founded in 1917 as a resource for Georgian agriculture, the Market Bulletin continues its role today as a one-stop shop on all things ag, with farming and market trends, feature stories, classified advertisements for livestock, and more.