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The Statesboro City Council voted to approve special exceptions of residential density and commercial spaces for the new Baptist Collegiate Ministries residential facility that will replace the worship hall currently standing on Chandler Road. Jeff Warwick, the founder of the real estate investment company behind the project says the purpose of the project is to support the service of the Georgia Baptist Mission Board.

Georgia Department of Transportation continues essential road work throughout Southeast Georgia.  As a result, work on construction and maintenance projects will continue Saturday, June 29 through Friday, July 5. 

After a 9-24 record in the 2023-24 season, Georgia Southern men's basketball has revamped and retooled their roster for the upcoming season.

The anticipation is building in Statesboro as the new Texas Roadhouse restaurant nears its grand opening, with job-seekers eagerly vying for positions at the upcoming establishment. Set to employ a staff of 220, the restaurant is currently in the midst of hiring for all full and part-time positions, offering a promising opportunity for local residents.

Georgia Ports Authority has appointed Flavio Batista as Chief Commercial Officer and Rob Dooley as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 1, 2024, as part of a planned succession following upcoming retirements and role transitions.

You can help get the children of Bulloch County ready to head back to school this fall by contributing to the eleventh annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive! Join Prevent Child Abuse Bulloch and United Way of Southeast Georgia by dropping off needed supplies at convenient locations around town, now through July 16.

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!

Get ready to celebrate Firecracker Fest 2024 at Mill Creek Park on Saturday, June 29, starting at 5pm! With something for everyone, the event will feature the traditional frog jumping contest (bring your own frog), live entertainment, bounce houses and, of course, FIREWORKS!

Jones is commending the leaders of the campaign, including Senator Billy Hickman, for their commitment to improving literacy outcomes for all of Georgia’s students.

The Bulloch County Board of Education approved the FY25 budget after months of preparation. Representative Lehman Franklin was also invited to the work session to help provide some clarity and guidance on the board's pursuit of state funding for the slated new Southeast Bulloch High School.