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Georgia hospital CEO to exit for dual COO, CFO role
Antoine Poythress has shared plans to exit his role as CEO of Millen, Ga.-based Jenkins County Medical Center to become COO and CFO of Effingham Health System in Springfield, Ga., effective Aug. 12. In his new role, Mr. Poythress will report directly to Effingham's CEO Fran Witt, DNP, and help...
Bulloch County shows manufacturing growth before Hyundai
BULLOCH COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – A study commissioned by the Bulloch County Development Authority shows that manufacturing is the second leading industry for the county. “We do a lot more in the areas of manufacturing than people realize to begin with,” said Ben McKay, leader of the study and assistant director of Georgia Southern University’s […]
A dreamer and a doer: Kristina Patterson is a force for good in the midst of community complexity
Dr. Kristina Patterson, known to most as Tina, has been building a bright future for Statesboro residents since she set foot here in 2018. When she’s not teaching in the Public Administration program at Georgia Southern University, she’s regularly out and about in the community: helping nonprofit organizations write grants or work through challenges, deepening community awareness through meetings and events like the April 2024 Data Walks, and building up Statesboro’s safety net through the Statesboro Youth Commission and the Statesboro Village Builders. On any given day, it isn’t unusual to find her leading a workshop for local nonprofit leaders, then coordinating a community initiative, jumping...
Effingham County Sheriff's Office provides protocol for using deadly force on animals
A deputy working for the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office was justified in using deadly force when he shot a pit bull during an investigation Tuesday, according to the sheriff's office. “After being attacked, the deputy had a reasonable belief the dog would cause serious injury to him or others...
Crash temporarily shuts down part of Highway 80 in Pooler
POOLER, Ga. — Update: All lanes of Highway 80 are back open. Initial report: Highway 80 westbound from I-95 to South Rogers Street is currently shut down due to a crash, according to police. The roadway will remain closed for an undetermined amount of time as crews work to...
The 2nd Annual Downtown Live Concert Series continues with Dukes of Country on June 13
The 2nd Annual Downtown Live Concert Series reaches the halfway mark with the fourth concert of the series. The City of Statesboro will present The Dukes of Country as the fourth concert on June 13, 2024. Downtown Live is scheduled from April through September with a total of eight concerts taking place on select Thursday nights at 7:00 p.m. The concerts will be held on East Main Street in front of the Bulloch County Courthouse and are open to the public. While The Dukes of Country will focus on the country music genre, their high energy performance will wow music lovers that...
Statesboro to host regional forestry meeting on June 13
On Thursday, June 13, Statesboro will host its first Regional Forestry Meeting of the year. The Georgia Forestry Association’s Regional Forestry Meetings are planned in locations across the state to bring together the entire forestry sector to discuss the most important issues for that region. GFA facilitates these meetings through local advisory committees that include local GFA members, the Georgia Forestry Commission and the University of Georgia’s Cooperative Extension Service. When: June 13, 2024 from 6-8pm Where: The Market at Visit Statesboro (228 S. Main Street, Statesboro, GA 30458) Topics: Recapping the 2024 Georgia Legislative Session and An Overview of Reforestation and Site Preparation Landowners Invited Today,...
Statesboro officials prepare for Juneteenth event
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - To commemorate Juneteenth, the NAACP organization in Statesboro plans to honor the holiday in a big way. Next week, the organization will host a massive event at the historic Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center. The NAACP organization will be hosting a massive Juneteenth celebration here...
UPDATE: Tragic shooting in Statesboro leaves father dead, son in custody
At a press conference held, on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 1:45pm, Bulloch County Sheriffs Captain Todd Hutchens and Bulloch County Sheriff Noel Brown confirmed certain details shared publicly regarding the fatal shooting on Monday evening in Statsboro, GA where a son murdered his father. It was confirmed that a 9-millimeter semi-automatic handgun was used in the shooting. The son, Brandon Connely, now faces multiple serious charges: Malice Murder (OCGA 16-5-1) – 1 count Felony Murder (OCGA 16-5-1) – 1 count Aggravated Assault with Intent to Murder (OCGA 16-5-21) – 1 count Aggravated Battery (OCGA 16-5-24) – 1 count Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime (OCGA...
Curley Taylor brings Zydeco Trouble to Levitt AMP June 13
Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble headline the June 13 Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series concert. Taylor joins Community Voices to preview the show, share what it was like to perform with CC Adcock & the Layfayette Marquis in the Road House movie remake , and how his upcoming album will move beyond zydeco.
Local musician, Zuh-Cari, triumphantly opens Levitt AMP June 13
Zacari Moore, known professionally as Zuh-Cari, opens the third 2024 Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series concert June 13. Although at the beginning of her career, she's collaborating with artists around the country and entered the NPR Tiny Desk Contest. Her music reflects recovering from two family tragedies and the need for healing.
Arrest made in the death of a 2-year-old in Statesboro
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - An arrest has been made in the death investigation of a 2-year-old. The Statesboro Police Department released a statement regarding the death from June 14, 2020. Nearly four years later, Dorothy Deshay Johnson, has been arrested in connection to the death. On June 14th, 2020, Statesboro...
Video: Gunman robs Statesboro store, threatens clerk. Can you help identify him?
STATESBORO, Ga. — Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Statesboro store. And they need your help identifying the man responsible. Can you help ID the suspect? Watch the video above. According to the Statesboro Police Department, officers responded Monday at 10:39 p.m. to the Five Points store...
Georgia Southern BIG offering free franchise seminar Tuesday
The Georgia Southern Business Innovation Group will host a free seminar on purchasing a franchise on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, from 5:30-6:30pm. The seminar will take place at the BIG City Campus located at 58 E. Main St. in downtown Statesboro. The no-cost seminar will explore the initial steps to purchasing a franchise, including creating a business plan, identifying opportunities, and understanding financing options. Panelists will include Valerie McElveen from the UGA Small Business Developement Center at Georgia Southern; Caroline Nelson, President of Bulloch First Bank; and Britt Hendrix, an experienced franchise owner. The event will be catered by Boro Bagel. For more information, please contact Alan Gross at agross@georgiasouthern.edu.
Local BBQ chefs Stacy Underwood and Ryan Waters place at Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest
Stacy Underwood, owner of Uncle Shug's Bar-B-Q Place in Statesboro, GA, Uncle Shug's Bar-B-Q Place in Brooklet, GA and Uncle Shug's Chicken Barn in Statesboro, along with Ryan Waters of Statesboro Transfer and Storage, recently showcased their barbecue prowess at the Memphis in May International Festival World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest. The duo, representing Bulloch BBQ, combined with other teams to join Lonnie Smith’s Bubba Grills team, which earned placements in one of the most revered BBQ competitions globally, competing against teams from five countries and 22 states. The Competitive Journey Ryan Waters, a seasoned competitor, first entered into the world of BBQ competitions in...
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