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Habitat for Humanity of Bulloch County announces new home groundbreaking and office relocation

Habitat for Humanity of Bulloch County is gearing up to break ground on its next home, marking another step forward in the organization’s mission to help local families achieve affordable homeownership. A groundbreaking ceremony will take place on November 14, 2026, at 2pm at 320 W. Main Street in Statesboro. Community members, volunteers, donors, and local partners are invited to attend as Habitat celebrates the beginning of construction on a new home for a Bulloch County family. The groundbreaking represents the continued dedication of Habitat’s Board of Directors, volunteers, and community partners to creating opportunities for safe, affordable housing in Bulloch County. “Since 1991 when our local chapter was founded, this community has shown its compassion for others and its cooperative spirit by embracing Habitat’s model to help people achieve homeownership,” states board president Dal Cannady. In addition to the upcoming groundbreaking, Habitat for Humanity of Bulloch County has relocated its administrative office to 101 South Main Street, inside Statesboro First United Methodist Church. The move allows the organization to operate more efficiently while maintaining its commitment to serving local families, coordinating volunteers, and connecting with community supporters. The new office is currently open by appointment only. Community members who

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AGC Georgia and local firms to host regional construction skills event at Bulloch Ag Complex

The Associated General Contractors of Georgia (AGC Georgia) is partnering with Ace Electric, Inc., Choate Construction Company, Dabbs Williams and West Construction Company to host construction students from high schools in 26 local counties for the Southeast Georgia Skills Challenge. The event will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in Statesboro at the Bulloch County Agricultural Complex (44 Arena Boulevard). This Skills Challenge is one of the eight regional events held throughout Georgia that will host over 2,300 students from over 100 schools. Competitions held at the Southeast Georgia Skills Challenge are: Blueprint Reading, Cabinetmaking, Carpentry, Electrical, Heavy Equipment Operations, Masonry, Plumbing, Roofing, TeamWorks, Welding and Welding Fabrication. “Hosting the Skills Challenge Series is an opportunity to support students as they discover the many possibilities a career in construction can offer,” said Matt West , President of West Construction Company. “Seeing their enthusiasm and talent firsthand reinforces the importance of creating pathways that connect young people with our industry.” With over 200 students competing in the Southeast Georgia Skills Challenge, 100 additional students will observe in hopes of competing in the future. In addition to the competitions, students will have the opportunity to engage with

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Bulloch BOE approves $6.37 million HVAC project, highlights Langston Chapel Elementary

The Bulloch County Board of Education met Thursday, November 5, 2026, approving a major HVAC replacement project at Statesboro High School while recognizing student achievements and hearing updates on academic performance across the district. Board members unanimously approved a $6,369,389 guaranteed maximum price for the replacement of Statesboro High School's aging heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Pope Construction Company will manage the project, which includes replacing HVAC equipment, communication wiring, and control systems throughout the school. District officials said the existing system has continued to malfunction and has become obsolete. The project includes a $250,000 contingency, and officials explained that the final cost could be lower depending on actual expenses. Pope Construction received competitive bids from subcontractors across the southeastern United States, dividing the project into more than 15 work packages to allow smaller contractors opportunities to participate. The project was approved by an 8-0 vote. The meeting also featured a presentation from Langston Chapel Elementary School Principal Al Dekle , who highlighted improvements in student achievement as part of the school's three-year improvement plan. According to Dekle, the percentage of students performing on grade level in i-Ready reading assessments increased from 18% in fall 2025 to 52%

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