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As part of its 70th anniversary celebration, Historic Savannah Foundation will host author and retired Savannah State University professor Patricia West for a Juneteenth lecture on Savannah’s African American and Gullah Geechee literary legacies on June 19.

Summer at the SSEC is on its way! Georgia Southern's Shooting Sports Education Center offers a variety of summer camps designed to build confidence, concentration, and responsibility in participants while celebrating teamwork and sportsmanship.

Container traffic at the Port of Savannah continues to surge as businesses rush to beat potential tariff hikes, setting a third consecutive monthly record in April with more than 515,000 TEUs handled.

The Lodge at Bethany brought the excitement of the Kentucky Derby to its residents on May 2nd, marking the fifth consecutive year for this beloved tradition with a record number of participants enjoying festive pre-parties and an interactive race day.

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Wayne Williams was recently awarded the Key to the City during Statesboro’s 2025 State of the City Address in recognition of nearly two decades of youth advocacy and leadership. As the founder of the Youth Career Commission, Williams has dedicated his life to creating opportunities for young people through career exposure, college tours, and mentorship. Now approaching its 20th anniversary, the program continues to grow — and Williams is far from finished.

Congratulations and best wishes to the SHS Class of 2025. The Grice Connect team is proud of your accomplishments and can't wait to see what you do in the future!

Congratulations and best wishes to the TCS Class of 2025. The Grice Connect team is proud of your accomplishments and can't wait to see what you do in the future!

Statesboro will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on May 26 to honor fallen veterans, featuring local military leader Larry Shatteen as the keynote speaker.

Ogeechee Technical College celebrated the achievements of its Class of 2024 during a spirited commencement ceremony held on May 15 at Georgia Southern University’s Hanner Fieldhouse.