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SAVANNAH - A vast wildfire near the Georgia-Florida state line has sputtered and stalled for days after modest rainfall slowed the once-raging blaze, giving firefighters their best chance yet to stop the flames from advancing near the southern edge of the Okefenokee Swamp.
May 19, 2017
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By RUSS BYNUM
Associated Press
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Local
Some of the uncertainty over Georgia's health insurance exchange lifted this week with the state's biggest insurer filing proposed rates for the 2018 marketplace.
May 19, 2017
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By ANDY MILLER
Georgia Health News
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Local
ATLANTA (AP) - Several high-profile failures have plagued Atlanta's reputation on a national stage over the years: unpreparedness for ice and snow storms, a recent highway collapse and subsequent shutdown from a fire, and chronic traffic and public transportation woes.
May 18, 2017
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By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr.
Associated Press
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Local
In a 2002 resolution adopted by the Georgia General Assembly, it was stated that George W. "Jack" Strickland "always credited his tremendous success to his dedicated employees and his loyal customers, but his personal leadership, vision, and commitment to the needs of individuals and families have significantly strengthened their opportunities and well-being."
May 18, 2017
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From staff reports
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Local
The first time the patients found themselves on the hospital campus, it marked the beginning of a long and difficult journey. But this past weekend, their return as alumni signified a celebration of sobriety. And boy, what a celebration!
May 18, 2017
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By JULIE LAVENDER
Herald Writer
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Local
A reported stabbing at Statesboro High School Monday was a "horseplay" altercation and did not result in any injury, said Bulloch County Schools Superintendent Charles Wilson.
May 17, 2017
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Sidewalks and pedestrian and bicyclist safety were issues before Statesboro City Council when four members, with the mayor and one council member absent, held a relatively brief regular meeting Tuesday evening.
May 17, 2017
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A man died Tuesday after he ingested cocaine during a traffic stop at which authorities captured another man suspected of murder, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
May 17, 2017
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A teenage male involved in a stabbing at Statesboro High School on Monday is in jail, arrested without incident on aggravated assault charges, said Statesboro police Chief Mike Broadhead.
May 16, 2017
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Local
The second annual Bulloch County Reading Carnival, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday at Statesboro High School, will offer games, music, food and other attractions of a real carnival, as well as a book giveaway, storytellers and activities to spark summer reading.
May 16, 2017
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From staff reports
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Local
A vintage World War II plane that actually took part in the D-Day invasion will fly into the Statesboro-Bulloch County Airport Saturday as part of "Airport Day."
May 16, 2017
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From staff reports
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Local
The Southern Cruisers Car club loves nothing more than a car show - unless it is one of their own that doubles as a fundraiser for a local child in need.
May 16, 2017
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With a deep respect for law enforcement, Brooklet resident John Long set out early Monday morning to make a 40-mile trek from one end of Bulloch County to the other to raise awareness of National Peace Officers Memorial Day and National Police Week.
May 15, 2017
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Could Statesboro use a new playground? The Statesboro Kiwanis Club thinks so, but your votes are needed to help the club win a $25,000 prize in the "Legacy of Play" contest.
May 15, 2017
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From staff reports
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Local
NEW YORK - The global cyberattack that took computer files hostage appeared to slow on Monday as authorities worked to catch the extortionists behind it - a difficult task that involves searching for digital clues and following the money.
May 15, 2017
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By ANICK JESDANUN and BARBARA ORTUTAY
Statesboro Herald staff reports
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Local
