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Statesboro bypass leads in crashes; Fair Road intersection tops list as roundabout solution plans move forward

Statesboro bypass leads in crashes; Fair Road intersection tops list as roundabout solution plans move forward

In 2024, all five of Statesboro’s most crash-prone intersections were located along Veterans Memorial Parkway, with Fair Road topping the list at 135 crashes. A proposed GDOT roundabout at that intersection remains in early planning, with federal engineering funds not scheduled until FY 2026.
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Statesboro, Georgia named first 'Retail Ready' community in the state

Statesboro, Georgia named first 'Retail Ready' community in the state

A new initiative by Georgia Power has chosen Statesboro, Georgia, as its pilot community, awarding the city the 'Retail Ready' designation and setting the stage for an influx of new retail opportunities.
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Driver sentenced in fatal Highway 301 crash that killed local broadcaster

Driver sentenced in fatal Highway 301 crash that killed local broadcaster

Claudio Manuel Perez was sentenced on June 9, 2025, to 15 years, with 10 to serve in custody, for the 2024 crash on Highway 301 South that killed local radio broadcaster Johnathan Vreeland. Vreeland, 24, had just finished covering a high school football game for WMCD “106.5 The Boro” when the collision occurred.
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From Cane Fields to Classrooms: BCHS celebrates local legacy and student excellence

From Cane Fields to Classrooms: BCHS celebrates local legacy and student excellence

The Bulloch County Historical Society’s June meeting featured a presentation by Lee Waters on the history of syrup-making in Bulloch County, highlighting the agricultural tools, traditions, and techniques tied to the region’s past. The society also recognized three local high school seniors as winners of its annual scholarship program.
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Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office confirms ICE activity Friday morning

Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office confirms ICE activity Friday morning

The Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that ICE agents were in the Statesboro area Friday morning and left by around 9 a.m., after taking a small number of individuals into custody and transporting them to Savannah for processing. No further details were available.
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Community events underway to support families of Emily Grace Mayo and Landyn Wilkerson

Community events underway to support families of Emily Grace Mayo and Landyn Wilkerson

Fundraisers and memorial events are being held in Statesboro and Portal to support the families of Emily Grace Mayo and Landyn Wilkerson. Community members are invited to attend. Purchase an 'all-you-can-eat breakfast' at LongHorn Steakhouse on Saturday to support both families.
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Georgia Chamber in Statesboro: Preparing for growth means rethinking jobs, health, and community

Georgia Chamber in Statesboro: Preparing for growth means rethinking jobs, health, and community

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce brought its Georgia 2050 initiative to Statesboro on Tuesday, June 3, highlighting long-term challenges and opportunities tied to population growth, workforce development, and healthcare access. Chamber President Chris Clark and Georgia Southern faculty emphasized the need for regional planning, stronger community infrastructure, and preparing the next generation for a rapidly changing economy.
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Chairman Bennett breaks tie vote to deny 59 lot residential subdivision

Chairman Bennett breaks tie vote to deny 59 lot residential subdivision

Bulloch County Commissioners voted 4-3 to deny a rezoning request for a 59-home subdivision on Highway 119 Connector, siding with a packed room of citizens who raised concerns about traffic safety, emergency services, and school overcrowding. The decision marked a rare rejection of a staff-backed application and underscored growing tensions over rural growth and development.
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Aycock and Williams promoted to Directors of Public Utilities, Planning and Development

Aycock and Williams promoted to Directors of Public Utilities, Planning and Development

The Statesboro City Council promoted Justin Williams to Planning and Development Director and Matt Aycock to Public Utilities Director during a June 3 meeting that also featured a public hearing on the proposed FY2026 budget. Councilmembers discussed infrastructure needs, community growth, and announced a June 4 vigil for two local children lost in recent tragedies.
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Brooklet gathers at candle-lighting vigil to remember Emily Grace Mayo

Brooklet gathers at candle-lighting vigil to remember Emily Grace Mayo

The Brooklet community gathered on Sunday, June 1, for a candlelight vigil in memory of 9-year-old Emily Grace Mayo, sharing stories, prayers, and songs in her honor. She was widely remembered for her warm hugs and love for everyone she came in contact with.
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