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Larry Mays is now Vice President for College Advancement at Ogeechee Tech, following the retirement of Michelle Davis. OTC President Lori Durden says Mays’s experience in fundraising will be a valuable asset to the Ogeechee Tech Foundation.

Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Speaker Jon Burns, state elected officials, members of the General Assembly and community and religious leaders signed HB 30 at a ceremony at the State Capitol. In his remarks, the Governor said, "In Georgia, we proudly stand with our Jewish brothers and sisters - today, and everyday!"

The National Weather Service (NWS), in conjunction with state and local public safety partners, will recognize the week of February 5-9, 2024, as Georgia Severe Weather Preparedness Week. During this week, we encourage you to review emergency procedures and prepare for severe weather hazards. Each day is dedicated to a different topic. Follow along!

Shortly before 11:30am, a 2003 Chevy S-10 pickup truck was traveling south on US-25 and attempted to negotiate the left curve while passing the intersection at US Highway 80 at too fast a speed. Georgia Power is on scene repairing a damaged power pole, and the roadway will remain blocked until repairs are complete.

The Georgia Southern University String Camerata has received a grant of nearly $55,000 from the Halle Foundation to support the ensemble’s educational tour of Germany. During this tour, Georgia Southern string players will experience German composers, music history and music culture in an authentic manner that players do not get in a typical home setting.

The Georgia Department of Transportation is seeking comments from now until March 10, on the proposed Interstate 16 at Old Cuyler Road Interchange project (PI 0019451) in Bryan County. The proposed interchange will provide new, direct interstate access and offer congestion relief for the existing I-16 at US 280 Interchange to the west. The public is asked to review and submit comments on the project’s latest design concept, Environmental Assessment (EA) document, and Mitigation Plan.

The 2nd Annual Register Pecan Festival will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024, in Downtown Register, Georgia. The family friendly event is hosted by Register Baptist Church and the Town of Register and will grow this year to feature even more shopping, vendors, kids' activities, food trucks, and musical performances.

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“Reduce fines, help your community!” The library will forgive overdue fines in exchange for donations of canned and packaged food for people and pets. Each item donated will equal $1 in fines forgiven on your account. 

Celebrate the third annual Princesses, Princes, and Pis Royal Ball on March 2, 2024, at the Georgia Southern Alpha Delta Pi House. The ball will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire and the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation.