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A devastating fire engulfed an entire City block in downtown Metter, GA on Saturday afternoon. Grice Connect reported live from the scene with Jerri Goodman, publisher of the Metter Advertiser.

With more than 40 roads with reported hazardous conditions, students will be picked up from alternate stops on these roads. See a complete list in the story.

State School Superintendent Richard Woods has appointed 74 Georgia students to his 2024-2025 Student Advisory Council, including Bulloch County's Angelica Halaby and Britton Baggarly, to provide insights on educational policies and serve as ambassadors for their schools.

Georgia students have made impressive strides on the 2023-24 Georgia Milestones mathematics assessments, with scores rising in six of the seven tests, highlighting significant growth in areas like eighth-grade math and high-school Algebra.

We only had a half week of action of softball with Hurricane Helene coming through. Let's take a look at how the teams did.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has increased the cap on its Wildlife Viewing Program grants from $3,000 to $5,000 for 2025, offering more support for projects that promote public engagement with Georgia’s native wildlife and natural habitats.

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, make sure you are seeking and sharing information from reputable sources. See several rumors currently circulating about FEMA and the factual information about why they aren't true.

Power has been restored at all schools, and the system is ready to welcome students back on Monday. Cedarwood will remain closed until power is restored there, and families across the district should expect some school menu changes and a few alternate bus routes.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture and supported by the Georgia Farm Bureau, has launched the Weathered But Strong: Hurricane Relief Fund to provide crucial financial assistance to farmers and ranchers affected by Hurricane Helene, aiming to raise $1 million by December.

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