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As summer approaches, the American Red Cross is urging families to stay safe around water by getting “water smart” through swim lessons, safety education, and critical drowning prevention strategies.

The 200 Club of the Coastal Empire is thanking Georgia lawmakers, including Governor Brian Kemp, for passing legislation that guarantees tuition grants for the families of public safety workers and educators killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty.

Food Lion is urging customers to discard bulk slicing cucumbers and cucumber-products purchased between April 29 and May 20 after a national recall was issued due to potential Salmonella risk.

After once vowing never to attend Georgia Southern, graduating senior Whitley Gatch is now heading to Yale with two degrees, a prestigious exhibit under her belt, and a passion for using archaeology and history to amplify forgotten voices.

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The charming town of Register, Georgia, hosted its third annual Register Pecan Festival on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Visitors gathered to celebrate the beloved pecan and enjoy a day filled with local flavor and fun.

The Statesboro City Council honored retiring department heads Steve Hotchkiss and Kathy Field during a packed May 20 meeting that also featured strong FY2024 financial results and multiple housing-related approvals. Council also accepted new infrastructure, announced a $1.3 million CHIP grant, and appointed six members to the Youth Commission.

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

State Representative Lehman Franklin (R-Statesboro) was recently honored at the third annual Greater Georgia Legislative Awards Ceremony for his work supporting policies that strengthen Georgia’s families, communities, and economy.

Ogeechee Technical College has recognized 284 full-time students for their outstanding academic achievement during the Spring 2025 semester by naming them to the President’s List and Honor List.