Jeneane Brown

The Fishing for Shoes Tournament, the first of its kind in Metter, will take place at Open Door Worship Church on Saturday, July 27, 2024, from sunrise to 2pm to benefit local children and relieve the financial pressure of back-to-school shoe buying for struggling families.

One forte of our Statesboro-Bulloch County Library is its ability to find innovative ways to get patrons of any age excited about reading. The newest venture is Story Walk, which is a 16-station, interactive literary display for everyone to enjoy along the scenic McTell Trail downtown.

Daly Glenn of Glenn Family Farms planted his first crops when he was just a junior in high school. Over the past 12 years, he has grown and expanded his farm with the help of AgSouth agents who, he says, are a blessing for their understanding of agriculture and willingness to take a chance on their clients.

Marcus Toole is passionate about plums. His love as a hobbyist transformed into small-volume sales, as well as a Facebook page and a YouTube channel dedicated to educating others about these juicy little gems.

There's a healthcare workforce pipeline right in our backyard: Magnolia Coastlands Area Health Education Center, Inc. is a part of the Georgia AHEC network. It encompasses 39 counties and is headquartered in Statesboro. Their mission is to provide qualified healthcare workers for underserved areas.

Deborah McClendon, co-President of Altrusa Club of Statesboro and a Vietnam Veteran, leads the local chapter with a strong spirit of service and giving. Recently, the club has partnered with the Fisher House Foundation to support military families by collecting essential items and donations for their local Fisher House.

Jade Humphries, B.S., M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, led a mental wellness and stress relief class on Friday morning, June 14, 2024. The class was designed to help participants recognize and effectively deal with stressors.

Juneteenth, also known as the United States' second independence day, is a day of celebration recognizing the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteeth Bulloch hosted its fourth annual Juneteenth Music and Food Festival much to the delight of Bulloch County residents. 

Stephanie Howell is the owner of 3 Beaus & a Belle, a local, full-family consignment shop that focuses on sustainability and quality customer service. Grice Connect's Jeneane Brown went behind the scenes to find out more about the store and its beloved owner, who is currently facing a stage 4 cancer battle with tenacity and positivity.

Shanya Sherman, a college student who graduated from the Our Girls Rock Too program, cites her mentors as her inspiration for many things in her life, including the decision to return as a mentor. "They inspired me to be great, to do great, and become a leader."