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Heavy rain forces road closures in Bulloch County; more storms expected tonight

Heavy rain forces road closures in Bulloch County; more storms expected tonight

Heavy rainfall has led to hazardous road conditions and multiple closures across Bulloch County on Monday, May 12, 2025. As more storms are expected tonight, officials are urging drivers to use extreme caution and stay weather-aware.
Averitt Center opens "Paths to Grace" exhibition by Jasmine Leach

Averitt Center opens "Paths to Grace" exhibition by Jasmine Leach

The Averitt Center for the Arts recently celebrated the opening of a new exhibition in its Rosengart Fine Art Gallery. Titled "Paths to Grace," the show features the captivating abstract expressionist paintings of local artist Jasmine Leach.
BOE celebrates REACH scholars and discusses bus purchases

BOE celebrates REACH scholars and discusses bus purchases

The Bulloch County Board of Education celebrated REACH Scholars in a reception before the meeting and presented each graduate with a cord to wear at graduation. The board reviewed the 2026 fiscal year budget and approved bus purchases and repairs of schools damaged in Hurricane Helene.
GaDOE hosts first Teach in the Peach Statewide Educator Signing Day

GaDOE hosts first Teach in the Peach Statewide Educator Signing Day

The Georgia Department of Education celebrated nearly 2,000 future educators during its first-ever Teach in the Peach Statewide Educator Signing Day, held Tuesday, May 6, at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta and across the state.
State eyeing Atlanta-to-Savannah passenger rail line

State eyeing Atlanta-to-Savannah passenger rail line

The Georgia Department of Transportation has launched a feasibility study for a high-speed rail line connecting Atlanta and Savannah, reviving decades-old hopes for intercity passenger travel that could ease congestion and offer a faster alternative to driving or flying.
Sen. Billy Hickman applauds signing of Dignity and Pay Act into law

Sen. Billy Hickman applauds signing of Dignity and Pay Act into law

Georgia has taken a major step toward equitable employment with the passage of Senate Bill 55, the “Dignity and Pay Act,” which will phase out the subminimum wage for workers with disabilities by 2027.
Bulloch County Touch a Truck to return to the Ag Complex on May 19

Bulloch County Touch a Truck to return to the Ag Complex on May 19

This free community event will coincide with Public Works Week. See Bulloch County service vehicles up close and meet the local heroes who drive them!
Georgia Southern to hold Spring Commencement ceremonies this week

Georgia Southern to hold Spring Commencement ceremonies this week

Georgia Southern University will hold five separate graduation ceremonies this week in Statesboro and Savannah. See the schedule and attendance information in the article. Congrats, Eagle grads!
Good Morning, Bulloch!

Good Morning, Bulloch!

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Quick action by Statesboro Firefighters, including newly commissioned Truck One, prevents major apartment fire

Quick action by Statesboro Firefighters, including newly commissioned Truck One, prevents major apartment fire

A fast response from the Statesboro Fire Department, bolstered by their recently commissioned Truck One, prevented a significant apartment fire at the Copper Beech complex on Sunday evening.