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The Bulloch County School District is in crisis. Facing a $15 million budget deficit, the board is weighing the needs of students, staff and community against the harsh realities of financial constraints.

Pinnacle Financial Partners and Synovus Financial Corp. have agreed to combine in an all-stock transaction valued at $8.6 billion, creating a leading regional bank focused on the fastest-growing markets in the Southeast, according to a joint announcement.

The Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office is actively recruiting young people for its Explorer Program, offering a unique opportunity for teens to explore careers in law enforcement and build valuable skills.

Georgia Southern’s own Pichon Wimbley is making major waves off the field — the offensive lineman has been nominated for the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team®, joining a record-breaking 197 student-athletes nationwide being celebrated for their commitment to community service and leadership.

Drivers on I-95 northbound in Savannah should prepare for changes as the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is set to shift traffic this evening, opening a new connecting lane at the I-16/I-95 interchange.

SkillsUSA 2025 brought national acclaim to Ogeechee Technical College (OTC), with student Sophia Lewis claiming a Bronze medal. Lewis's winning 'Siren' design, modeled by Georgia Ledford, was a highlight of the competition's 'Under the Sea' theme, held in Atlanta.

East Georgia Regional Medical Center (EGRMC) is proud to announce its Employees of the Month for the first quarter of 2025, recognizing individuals who consistently go above and beyond in their dedication to patient care.

The Community First Partnership Group is excited to announce its Annual Back to School Bash, a free community event designed to equip students with the resources they need for a successful academic year. The event will be held on July 26, 2025, at the Boys and Girls Club in Statesboro.

Fans of country music, mark your calendars! Will Moseley, the Georgia Southern gradutate who captivated audiences on American Idol, is bringing his talents to the Mars Theatre in Springfield on August 15, 2025.

The next food drop will be on Saturday, July 26 at Statesboro High School. Please plan to arrive EARLY to get in line. Food will be provided for 1,000 families, and everyone is welcome.