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Jekyll Island deer an attraction, maybe a problem

SAVANNAH - Tourists on Jekyll Island pull over to snap photos of them grazing by the roads, while island residents leave corn for the four-legged whitetails in their yards. As the sun goes down over the Georgia coast, golfers often see does and their fawns watching from the trees along the fairways.

April 14, 2012 | By RUSS BYNUM Associated Press | Local


Time to choose your favorite film

Which film will take the Grand Prize at the 2012 Statesboro Film Festival? Well, it's now in the hands of the voters - you.

April 14, 2012 | Jim Healy | Local


EPD says Ogeechee is now safe

Almost a year after a major fish kill that was linked to contamination, state officials claim the Ogeechee River is safe for fishing and swimming.

April 14, 2012 | Holli Deal Bragg | Local


Officials look at traffic concerns

Statesboro city leaders made clear Friday their intent to improve traffic and pedestrian safety in the upcoming fiscal year.

April 13, 2012 | Jeff Harrison | Local


The strength of survival

Some held hands. Others held balloons. Every one of the cancer survivors who made the first lap Friday night at the Bulloch County Relay for Life held hope.

April 13, 2012 | Holli Deal Bragg | Local


Deputies apprehend inmate who escaped from jail Tuesday

An escaped prisoner is back behind bars thanks to citizens' tips and "lots of good police work," said Bulloch County Sheriff Lynn Anderson.

April 13, 2012 | Holli Deal Bragg | Local


Reward offered for escaped inmate

The U.S. Marshal's Service is offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to the capture of Ricky Jacktavian Mosley, who escaped from a transportation officer Tuesday, said Bulloch County Sheriff Lynn Anderson.

April 11, 2012 | By HOLLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


Kids get ‘pumped’ for test

If Bulloch County students are as excited after taking an annual standardized test as they are while gearing up for it, local schools should receive scores to be proud of.

April 11, 2012 | By JEFF HARRISON | Local


Concert for a miracle

Brian Murkison, a seven-year-old boy critically injured in a December car crash near Statesboro, is making a miraculous recovery. To help Brian Murkison's family with rehabilitation expenses, a benefit "Miracle Music" concert by Dr. Michael Braz will be held on Saturday, April 21 at the Averitt Center for the Arts Emma Kelly Theater.

April 11, 2012 | By HOLLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


OTC program a ‘Model of Efficiency’

Ogeechee Technical College was named recently as one of 16 colleges and universities nationwide recognized by "University Business" magazine's Models of Efficiency program.

April 11, 2012 | Special to the Herald | Local


Hendley named Humanitarian of the Year

Statesboro realty icon Ray Hendley said he was unable to express his emotions Tuesday night after being named the Statesboro Herald Humanitarian of the Year at the 24th Annual Deen Day Service to Mankind Awards gala.

April 10, 2012 | | Local


2 praised for lifetime achievement

Two Statesboro citizens were honored Tuesday night for dedicating a lifetime to serving others. Horace Harrell and Ralph Andrews were both feted during the 24th Annual Deen Day Smith Service to Mankind Awards gala, hosted by the Statesboro Herald and several local sponsors.

April 10, 2012 | By HOLLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


Perdue calls Boro 'unique'

Former Georgia governor Sonny Perdue praised Statesboro on Tuesday night during the 24th Annual Deen Day Smith Service to Mankind Awards gala, held at Georgia Southern University's Nessmith-Lane Continuing Education Building.

April 10, 2012 | By HOLLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


Historic sign is returning to downtown

Many landmarks have long disappeared in the face of growth and renovation from East Main Street in downtown Statesboro - but after more than four decades, one flashy highlight is all set to return.

April 10, 2012 | Jeff Harrison | Local


Police search for escaped inmate

A man who slipped out of restraints on a transport bus Tuesday and fled from deputies at the Bulloch County Jail remained at large late Tuesday night.

April 10, 2012 | By HOLLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


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Author shares story of covert Confederate hero

Described as the "Pan Am pilot of his era" and "Teddy's favorite uncle," James Dunwoody Bulloch led a life of naval success, international espionage and general was shrouded in mystery - until now.

May 16, 2012 | By BROCK D. VICKERS Herald Correspondent | Local


 Janisse Ray, award-winning author, to speak at the Statesboro Library

"I believe there is a spiritual element to our lives on this planet, and I think that part of that spirituality also comes through the land."

May 16, 2012 | By LYNN LILLY Special to the Herald | Local


Financial fraud suspect targeted neighbors, police say

A man suspected of financial card fraud was caught with evidence including victims' information, said Statesboro Public Safety Director Wendell Turner said.

May 16, 2012 | By HOLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


Traffic stop ends in three arrests

Three men ended up in jail on serious charges Monday after they were stopped for a simple tag light violation, police said.

May 16, 2012 | By HOLLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


Man shoots van, arrested

A man who fired shots during an argument at the Ogeechee River ended up behind bars on aggravated assault charges Saturday.

May 16, 2012 | By HOLLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


Statesboro City Council approves water/sewer extension

Expect more homes and, possibly, businesses south of the Statesboro city limits in the next few years.

May 16, 2012 | By JEFF HARRISON | Local


BoroLive Newscast - 5/16/12

Listen to the BoroLive 2 p.m. update:

May 16, 2012 | | Local


Fugitive siblings return to Ga., plead not guilty

ALBANY - The three siblings accused of committing a cross-country crime spree that started in Florida and ended with a shootout in Colorado were hauled in to court Tuesday in Georgia to face charges of robbing a bank for cash that helped fuel their escape.

May 15, 2012 | By GREG BLUESTEIN Associated Press | Local


County attorney Akins named state association president

Bulloch County's staff attorney, Jeff Akins, was installed as 2012-13 president of the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia county attorneys section at its recent annual meeting in Savannah.

May 15, 2012 | Special to the Herald | Local


OTC holds spring commencement Thursday

Ogeechee Technical College will hold its spring commencement at 7 p.m. Thursday at Georgia Southern University's Hanner Fieldhouse.

May 14, 2012 | Special to the Herald | Local


Teen arrested on entering auto charges

A teen stopped for bicycle law violations Saturday was arrested on entering auto charges and may be linked to several other automobile break-ins in Statesboro.

May 14, 2012 | By HOLI DEAL BRAGG | Local


Council to decide on water line extension

Statesboro City Council will meet today for the second and final scheduled meeting in May.

May 14, 2012 | By JEFF HARRISON | Local


Inside Bulloch Business with Jan Moore - Want to make $33 per hour? Read this

You never know who you are going to meet in a line at the store. This past Saturday, my husband and I struck up a conversation with the gentleman behind us as we waited for a dreaded price check.

May 14, 2012 | Jan Moore | Local


Rehab center sees first grad

After years of alcoholism that began at age 12, Zack Hamrick ended the misery.

May 14, 2012 | By Holli Deal Bragg | Local


Bill might be boon for charter schools

Legislation recently signed by Gov. Nathan Deal could be cause for major changes in the way education funds are dispersed to Bulloch County public schools.

May 12, 2012 | Jeff Harrison | Local


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