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Statesboro native Chef Patrick White began as "extra help" in the kitchen at the beloved Emma's restaurant. Through his natural talent, hard work, and dedication to his craft, he quickly worked his way up to chef in the restaurant. Today, he is a private chef who recently had the opportunity to showcase his culinary skills for none other than billionaire Michael Bloomberg.

OTC hosted their local Brawlhalla Fallhalla tournament in the JEK auditorium on Oct. 23. Jacob Flannery took home a $50 credit to the OTC Bookstore and a chance to compete in the November virtual event, where he demonstrated impressive skill and dedication.

Outside hitter Kayla Knowles (Houston) and middle blocker Lydia Seymour (TCU) are joining the squad as reinforcements for the spring and upcoming 2024 regular season.

After working on fighter jets in the Air Force and working for Lockheed Martin, Jonathan Grow needed a degree from a college endorsed by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) to advance in his career at Gulfstream. He achieved his goal in the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing.

"Dining in The Dark," held at the Enmarket Arena in Savannah, GA, is an annual fundraiser for the Savannah Center for the Blind and Low Vision. It is an exceptional event giving guests an intimate understanding of vision loss while raising funds and awareness.

Steve Xuereb is the new owner of BoroTakeout.com, taking the reigns from Sally and Stephen Minton. BOROtakeOut.com works with and represents local Statesboro businesses such as Sugar Magnolia Bistro & Bar, Shogun Hibachi & Sushi, Vandy’s BBQ, and, coming soon, Statesboro Hots.

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Shelby Harvey and her family, lifelong residents of Bulloch County, recently lost their home to a house fire. This Christmas, the family got a wonderful surprise from the Kidd Kraddick Morning Show, thanks to Harvey's best friend Amanda Eakin. Harvey reflects on the situation and has found peace by counting her blessings.

'Denny Key had a true servant’s heart. He cared about his community, the people in the community, and East Georgia State College'