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Off-duty paramedic and police officers awarded for saving a life

Off-duty paramedic and police officers awarded for saving a life

When a man's life hung in the balance after a serious car accident, a quick-thinking team of Statesboro Police officers and an off-duty paramedic sprang into action, earning them well-deserved Life Saving Awards.
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Bulloch commissioners weigh two FY26 budget plans ahead of final vote on June 26

Bulloch commissioners weigh two FY26 budget plans ahead of final vote on June 26

During the final public hearing on Bulloch County's proposed FY 2026 budget, Chairman David Bennett presented two budget options—one maintaining current services without a millage rollback and another featuring cuts to allow a full rollback. Citizens voiced both concern over rising taxes and strong support for preserving funding for public safety and recreation ahead of the June 26 vote.
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Statesboro Council adopts FY26 budget, approves Fire Station 3 contract, honors life-saving trio

Statesboro Council adopts FY26 budget, approves Fire Station 3 contract, honors life-saving trio

The Statesboro City Council adopted the FY2026 budget, approved a $4.8 million contract for Fire Station 3, and finalized several annual service agreements funded by Hotel/Motel tax proceeds during its June 17 meeting. The Council also recognized three public safety personnel with Life Saving Awards and heard updates from the city manager on annexation disputes, public safety transitions, and economic development initiatives.
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Bulloch County Commission gains land for a Register recreation park, makes arrangements to prepare for storm season

Bulloch County Commission gains land for a Register recreation park, makes arrangements to prepare for storm season

The Bulloch County Commission approved a new recreation site in Register, advanced pre-disaster debris contracts, and received updates on FEMA reimbursement efforts during its June 17 meeting. Officials also highlighted public safety expansions, infrastructure progress, and Statesboro’s selection as a finalist for the All-America City Award.
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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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