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Bulloch County Fall Sports Preview: Yellow Jackets look for promising season

To get the community pumped up and ready to see the upcoming fall sports season, we went to the high schools in Bulloch County and spoke with each head coach to see what to expect. Hear from Coach Jared Zito and his Southeast Bulloch Yellow Jackets here. The team is looking forward to an explosive season.

Aug 11, 2024 8:15 AM Read more >

Bulloch County students recognized for essays on racial injustice

On July 23, the community gathered for an awards ceremony and reception honoring seven high school students from Bulloch County. These students had impressed judges from the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) with their essays on racial injustice. The event was held at the Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center’s pavilion and awarded the winning writers cash prizes totaling $5,000.

Aug 3, 2024 7:23 PM Read more >

Peyton Fuller receives Georgia Certified Economic Developer certification

Peyton Fuller, a dedicated member of the Bulloch County community, achieved the prestigious Georgia Certified Economic Developer (GCED) certification earlier this year. This accomplishment furthers his ongoing commitment to economic development and leadership within the community.

Jul 31, 2024 8:05 AM Read more >

GALLERY | Art and Escape: Gators & Gypsies grand opening offers new experience

Gators & Gypsies officially opened on July 20, offering a unique blend of live music, local art, nostalgic arcade games, and themed nights that look to create an unforgettable experience for all. "The turnout was better than I ever could have imagined," said Ginny Hendley, owner of G&G.

Jul 24, 2024 10:05 AM Read more >

Statesboro community leaders give away more than 1,000 bookbags

In an effort to make sure kids all over Bulloch County have what they need to go back to school, the annual Boys and Girls Club Back to School Bash and the Gateway Industrial Park Back To School Supply Drive were able to give out over 1,000 bookbags full of supplies.

Jul 22, 2024 7:25 PM Read more >

Techie Camp at Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center continues to grow

The Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center is about to wrap up its annual Techie Camp -- with record-breaking enrollment. The six-week program expanded this year to welcome students from 3rd to 8th grade, with enrollment skyrocketing from 25 to a whopping 240 campers! The program is looking to expand even more next year, carrying on the legacy of Dr. Gayle Jackson, who was instrumental in founding the camp.

Jul 22, 2024 5:30 PM Read more >

"Back the Teacher Bash" happening July 20th in Statesboro

The 5th annual "Back the Teacher Bash" will take place July 20th at the Outreach Center. Teachers are encouraged to come by and stock up on school supplies while enjoying some food and music.

Jul 18, 2024 4:03 PM Read more >

Bulloch County commissioners approve $13 million bond for new STEAM school

In a significant move to bolster local education, the Bulloch County Commissioners have approved up to $13 million in bonds for the construction of a new Statesboro STEAM Academy. This decision was made during their regular bi-monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

Jul 16, 2024 1:03 PM Read more >

GALLERY | Borofest 2024 makes East Vine come alive

BoroFest 2024 was back for its third year and has continued to grow, as does Statesboro's downtown. Many businesses pitched in to make sure this event was as enjoyable as could be, along with the many vendors that were in attendance.

Jul 16, 2024 8:05 AM Read more >

Cortez and Compton named first recipients of the Elizabeth Scott Brown Scholarship

The newly formed Elizabeth Scott Brown Scholars in Service Foundation Inc. has awarded its first local scholarships to two deserving students. Nicholes Cortes was selected for a renewable annual award of $1,500, while Eli Compton received a renewable annual award of $1,000.

Jul 13, 2024 7:42 PM Read more >