Weather Alert

Hot meals will be available at lunchtime today in Nevils, Brooklet, and Stilson/Leefield. Brooklet First Baptist, Leefield Baptist, and Old Fellowship Baptist will also offer ice, water, and device charging.

To request replacement benefits, eligible SNAP recipients must report the loss of food to DFCS and complete a Food Loss Replacement Form. Customers have 10 days from the date of the food loss to request a replacement for food lost during storm-related power outages that lasted four hours or more. See a link in the story to fill out the form online.

Georgia Power and Excelsior EMC have made significant progress Monday in restoring power to Bulloch County citizens. With nearly 5,000 customers restored there remains over 15,000 without power.

CORE Credit Union has made a powerful statement in supporting hurricane recovery by being the first to donate $5,000 to the Bulloch Strong Recovery Fund. Their donation sets the stage for other businesses to step up and contribute, aiding Bulloch County in its recovery from Hurricane Helene’s devastation.

Volunteer organization Georgia Baptist Disaster Relief is now at Southbridge Community Church. They are able to help with tree removal, tarping, and yard cleanup. Stop by the church to fill out a job request form or to volunteer with them.

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, residents can find essential claim reporting information for various insurance providers to expedite their recovery efforts. This hotline and team is only for the Assured Partners agency and they only have the ability to help or access files of clients of Glenn Davis and Assured Partners.

Georgia Power and Excelsior EMC have made significant progress Monday in restoring power to Bulloch County citizens. With nearly 5,000 customers restored there remains over 16,000 without power.

Bulloch County VOAD has launched the Bulloch Strong recovery fund to address the growing needs of the community following recent events. The fund will help manage financial contributions and direct resources to immediate recovery efforts in partnership with Pittman Park UMC.

Here is a list of current volunteer opportunities in Statesboro. Thank you for being a good neighbor!

Pittman Park United Methodist Church will host a limited emergency food drop on Monday, September 30, 2024, in partnership with Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia and Feed the Boro. In addition to food distribution, several essential services including ice, showers, and a hot meal will be provided to assist those in need.