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The commissioners set qualifying fees for the upcoming elections, closed a road and purchased vehicles as part of the business covered in the meeting.  They also listened to citizens concerns.  Keep reading for all business covered at the meeting.

The Statesboro High girls varsity basketball team defeated the Portal girls varsity team 59-29, while the Panther boys took down the Blue Devils in a 60-56 nail biter at Georgia Southern's Hanner Fieldhouse.

EGSC professor Desmal Purcell will deliver the commencement address, while graduate Salma Cueva will present the reflection.

The Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget estimates accelerating the tax cuts would save taxpayers $1.1 billion during the tax year starting Jan. 1.

City Council received recommendations from a pay study to bring employees pay to or above market averages. The city will take action on the recommendations at their next meeting. Read the story to review the compensation presentation and see all City business covered at the meeting.

Through a partnership between United Way of Southeast Georgia, the Department of Public and Nonprofit Studies of Georgia Southern University, and Bulloch Solutions, this session, will provide topics such as recruiting and retaining employees with skills and commitment to the mission, determining fair compensation, training and professional development of employees, and building a positive work culture.

Eagle fans can now purchase tickets for the 2024 baseball and softball seasons. Fans who are looking to renew their season tickets must do so by Jan. 15, 2024.

Over 2,000 students from 35 area schools will perform at Savannah/Hilton Head International this holiday season as part of the airport’s 27th annual School Music Days event.

Click on the picture of the day to get local sports scores, weather and lowest gas prices in town. Check back for updates throughout the day.

Portal residents are awaiting the opening of a Family Dollar/Dollar Tree combo store. The corporate office has not announced an official opening date, but the buzz and anticipation for the new store speak to the important impact that it will have on the Portal community.