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From handwritten food orders to computerized systems, Hughette Bonnette has witnessed decades of change in the school nutrition field. But one thing remains constant: her unwavering commitment to the well-being of her students.

More than 70 students from Georgia Southern University’s College of Arts and Humanities displayed their creativity and research at the 2025 CURIO Symposium, competing for nearly $2,500 in prizes across 10 categories in a hybrid event on both the Statesboro and Armstrong campuses.

The Georgia Southern Eagles baseball team lost a close contest to the James Madison Dukes on Sunday, falling 7-6 in the final game of their series.

Lane closures are scheduled for I-16, I-95, and I-516 next week as part of the ongoing 16@95 Improvement Project.

Southeast Bulloch High School’s girls' tennis team punched their ticket to the state semifinals with a thrilling 3-2 win against North Hall in the Elite Eight round.

Tormenta FC Academy has promoted Bulloch County native Johnnie Sanchez to Statesboro Academy Director, where he will lead youth development initiatives and community outreach, with a focus on expanding girls' soccer and launching free clinics and player evaluations throughout May.

The 'Riley Gaines Act' is now law in Georgia, preventing transgender male athletes from competing in female sports at schools and colleges.

In a powerful display of community partnership and athletic impact, Food Lion Feeds teamed up with 51 college basketball programs during the 2024–25 season to help fight food insecurity, resulting in over 1.6 million meals donated through its Score to Give More initiative.

Juneteenth Bulloch will host its fourth annual Juneteenth Music and Food Festival on June 21, 2025, at Fair Road Park, celebrating freedom, culture, and community with live music, food, vendors, and family fun.