Blake Williams

Twenty outstanding high school seniors from Statesboro were awarded $1,000 college scholarships by the Rotary Club of Statesboro, recognizing their commitment to community service and academic excellence.

Keith Hamilton of Arcola Septic Care spoke to the Bulloch County Commissioners about the growing challenges of septic waste management in the county. Drawing on industry experience and state regulations, he outlined the need for long-term infrastructure solutions and urged the board to consider a more sustainable path forward.

Tragedy struck Bulloch County again on Wednesday as a house fire on Old River Road North left a couple without a home, marking the third residential fire in seven days.

The Statesboro Fire Department celebrated the addition of a new 100-foot aerial platform, Truck 1, with a ceremonial "push-in" event on April 28. The tradition honors the fire service’s history while marking the department’s continued growth and commitment to serving a rapidly expanding community.

After months of rumors and rising questions from the community, the mystery surrounding a lot beside Olive Garden has been answered. It is definitely not what you may have guessed or hoped for locating in this prime retail development.

The Southern Pullers Association will host the Battle in the Boro Truck and Tractor Pull on May 2 and 3, 2025, at the Bulloch County Agricultural Complex. The two-night event will feature a variety of modified trucks and tractors competing in multiple classes, with gates opening at 5:00 PM and the show beginning at 7:00 PM each evening.

A moving tribute to fallen officers is underway as John Long begins his annual 50-mile walk, culminating in a memorial service featuring Bulloch County Sheriff Noel Brown.

Miss Rodeo USA 2025 Megan Kelly spoke to the Statesboro Kiwanis Club, sharing how welcomed she’s felt by the community and encouraging everyone to come out and support the rodeo. The Statesboro Kiwanis Rodeo will be held April 24–26 at the Bulloch County Agricultural Complex, with gates opening at 5:00 p.m. and the show starting at 7:30 p.m. each night.

A champion for community revitalization, Keely Fennell was honored with the 2025 Rotary Citizen of the Year award for her exceptional contributions to Statesboro.

Superintendent Charles Wilson addressed the Kiwanis Club on April 17, highlighting updates on literacy initiatives, student behavior policies, teacher recruitment, school safety, and long-term facility planning. He emphasized the importance of community partnerships and detailed how financial challenges and ESPLOST funding will shape future projects like the new Southeast Bulloch High School.