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Ainslie Smith

Ainslie Smith

Ainslie is an intern and a Senior at Georgia Southern University, majoring in Multimedia Journalism. She is passionate about scientific and cultural journalism, and has gained experience writing and editing news while working with the George-Anne Media Group, as well as multiple other student-led news sites.

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Recent Work by Ainslie

BOE tentatively approves millage rate of 7.932, Three public hearings scheduled for August

BOE tentatively approves millage rate of 7.932, Three public hearings scheduled for August

The Bulloch County Board of Education tentatively approved the adoption of the 2024 Tax Digest and M&O Millage Rate for FY25, at 7.932 mills. This is a decrease from last year's millage rate of 8.478, but an increase of .374 mill over the rollback rate set this year.
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Ribbon cutting ceremony held for the new Joe Bill Brannon Pantry in Statesboro, GA

Ribbon cutting ceremony held for the new Joe Bill Brannon Pantry in Statesboro, GA

Statesboro celebrated the grand opening of the new Joe Bill Brannon Pantry with a heartfelt ribbon-cutting ceremony, honoring the legacy of a dedicated community servant. The event marked a significant milestone for the local food bank, bringing together city and county officials, board members, and residents in a show of unity and support.
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GALLERY | Rolling Monkey celebrates National Ice Cream Day with Christmas in July block-party

GALLERY | Rolling Monkey celebrates National Ice Cream Day with Christmas in July block-party

Rolling Monkey invited the community to celebrate National Ice Cream Day with delicious desserts, a water slide, a car show, trivia and a special visitor from the North Pole. Owners Garrett and Meagan Clark brought fun to the plaza off of Northside Drive with music, smiles and vibes, 'rolling' into their fifth National Ice Cream Day at the shop. Check out these pictures from the event!
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Brooklet annexes 278 acres to be used for single-family developments

Brooklet annexes 278 acres to be used for single-family developments

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'Howdy!' from Sally Mae's new owners

'Howdy!' from Sally Mae's new owners

New hours, a new look, and new additions to the menu are just a few reasons to be excited for the grand re-opening of Sally Mae’s Kitchen, scheduled for late August 2024. Meet the new owners who are bringing the best of over a decade of ‘fast-casual’ restaurant experience to the table.
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Council approves Security Enhancement funds for three apartment complexes, Phil Boyum announces resignation date

Council approves Security Enhancement funds for three apartment complexes, Phil Boyum announces resignation date

The Statesboro City Council approved $20,000 each for three apartment complexes to enhance security. Councilman Phil Boyum announced his resignation after 12 years effective August 1st. Continue reading for all business covered by City Council tonight.
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Bulloch BOE purchasing 5 modular classrooms for two middle schools

Bulloch BOE purchasing 5 modular classrooms for two middle schools

Two Bulloch middle schools will see new modular classrooms, updates to the student code of conduct were approved, and most students will now receive free lunch. Read about this and more from Thursday night's BOE meeting.
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Sharks and crafts, digging for fossils at GS Museum Shark Week

Sharks and crafts, digging for fossils at GS Museum Shark Week

Shark Week has made a splash for the second year in a row. Check out these photos of all the fun, and visit the Georgia Southern Museum before the week is FIN-ished!
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TAD Committee approves The Garage Fitness application for funding

TAD Committee approves The Garage Fitness application for funding

The Statesboro Downtown Tax Allocation District Committee held a brief meeting on Monday, at which they approved Christina Gipson's application for $50,000 of funding to be used for the beautification of the property behind the post office, which will soon be the new site of "The Garage Fitness." Read here for more details about the TAD Committee meeting.
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"Fast-Fire'd" pizzas blazing into University Station

"Fast-Fire'd" pizzas blazing into University Station

Blaze Pizza should be opening its doors and serving slices to Statesboro by this September. Bulloch County native Grant Watkins is excited to bring the restaurant to his hometown for locals to enjoy.
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