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Southeast Bulloch Flag Football celebrates fourth straight State Championship at Boro the Hatchet

Southeast Bulloch Flag Football celebrates fourth straight State Championship at Boro the Hatchet

Boro the Hatchet Axe Throwing hosted the Southeast Bulloch flag football team this week, to celebrate their fourth consecutive GHSA Division One State Championship win. Owner BJ McKellar organized the event to show the team that the community supports their hard work, treating them to a night of axe-throwing, food, and a replay of their season highlights.
Gibson McDonald Furniture acquires former Badcock store

Gibson McDonald Furniture acquires former Badcock store

Gibson McDonald Furniture has seamlessly acquired the former Badcock Furniture location in Statesboro, ensuring the community continues to enjoy quality furniture, appliances, and trusted service. As a family-owned business rooted in small-town values, they pride themselves on fostering local connections and offering flexible in-house financing to support their customers.
Commissioners receive an update on expansion of fire service and learn more about impact fees

Commissioners receive an update on expansion of fire service and learn more about impact fees

The Bulloch County Commissioners discussed implementing impact fees, approved several consent agenda items, and focused heavily on fire service plans with Chief Ben Tapley, who addressed concerns about coverage and future infrastructure. Public comments highlighted issues with fire funding, service equity, and the impact of county decisions on taxpayers.
City Council discusses county fire service agreement termination and temporarily suspends local business license

City Council discusses county fire service agreement termination and temporarily suspends local business license

The Statesboro City Council meeting on February 4, 2025, focused on the suspension of a local massage’s business license amid allegations of illegal activity and an in-depth discussion on the proposed changes to the Fire Protection Plan, which could significantly impact funding and service levels for the city and county.
Bulloch County meets City to negotiate 5 mile fire coverage agreement

Bulloch County meets City to negotiate 5 mile fire coverage agreement

Bulloch County and Statesboro officials met to discuss fire protection, with the county voting in December to terminate the Five Mile District coverage by the Statesboro Fire Department. City leaders were shocked to learn about this termination in a public meeting with no prior notice. As the City moves forward with plans to terminate the agreement, leaders expressed concerns about the impact this will have on citizens in the five mile district.
Adapting and Achieving: Statesboro Realtors reflect on 2024 at annual banquet

Adapting and Achieving: Statesboro Realtors reflect on 2024 at annual banquet

The 61st annual Statesboro Board of Realtors banquet celebrated the achievements of local Realtors, recognized outstanding members with awards, and highlighted the organization's community contributions. Speakers, including President Pat Hirsch, Past President Ronald Love, President Elect Denise Mikell and Region 12 Director Sarah Brown, reflected on industry challenges and the importance of continued collaboration and adaptation.
Statesboro City Council approves fire study and landfill plan while recognizing inaugural Emerging Leaders Academy

Statesboro City Council approves fire study and landfill plan while recognizing inaugural Emerging Leaders Academy

The Statesboro City Council heard presentations on regional workforce development and the Emerging Leaders Academy, approved a fire services study and landfill expansion, and recognized city employees for leadership training. They also adjusted school bus violation fines and scheduled a meeting with the county on the fire district agreement on January 30.
Inaugural Brawl in the Boro highlights wrestling’s growth in Southeast Georgia

Inaugural Brawl in the Boro highlights wrestling’s growth in Southeast Georgia

The inaugural Brawl in the Boro tournament showcased the growing passion for wrestling in Southeast Georgia, bringing over 215 competitors from various clubs to the Statesboro High School gym on January 19, 2025. With participants as young as five and a strong push from coaches and parents to expand local wrestling programs, the event marked a significant step in promoting the sport in the region.
Bulloch County Commissioners discuss infrastructure, finances, and storm response

Bulloch County Commissioners discuss infrastructure, finances, and storm response

The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners held a make-up meeting on January 27 following delays caused by Winter Storm Enzo. Key topics included updates on the Brannen Pond Road drainage project, dirt road paving designs, the demolition of the old GBI building for a new Sheriff’s Office, and the Clito Fire Station roof replacement, along with discussions of financial updates and disaster response efforts.
||VIDEO|| Armed robbery at Five Points store on Northside Drive East on Jan. 4th

||VIDEO|| Armed robbery at Five Points store on Northside Drive East on Jan. 4th

On January 4, 2025, the Five Points convenient store on Northside Drive East was robbed. Here is the newly released video, showing the event happened around 5:15 am that Saturday morning. Detectives are releasing it now in hopes of generating additional leads.