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Herald earns 20 AP awards

The Statesboro Herald won 20 awards in the 2012 Georgia Associated Press Awards contest, including Story and Photo of the Year. The awards were announced Saturday in Macon during the AP’s annual awards luncheon. Read More

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SHS saying farewell to Mr. Ferguson

SHS saying farewell to Mr. Ferguson

Joe Ferguson stays in touch with his own middle school and high school band teachers and many former students. So after five years as band director at Statesboro High School, he’s not going to slip away without a trace. Read More
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Ogeechee River spill – One year later

Ogeechee River spill – One year later

One year after a massive fish kill that left about 38,000 fish rotting along the shores of the Ogeechee River, Ogeechee Riverkeeper Dianna Wedincamp said conditions have not improved. Read More
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Water park offers 'sneak peek' weekend

Water park offers 'sneak peek' weekend

You can cool off a week early at Splash in the Boro when the water park opens for a sneak preview today and Sunday. Read More
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Hearts and Hands moving

Hearts and Hands moving

Fewer than two years after opening its doors to the Bulloch County community, the Hearts and Hands Clinic is moving into a new location to expand services and better support an ever-growing patient-base. Read More
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BoroLive Newscast - 5/18/12

BoroLive Newscast - 5/18/12

      Listen to the BoroLive 2 p.m. update: Read More
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Updated: may. 18, 2012 3:12 p.m.
OTC graduates its largest class yet

OTC graduates its largest class yet

    “Technical College of the Year” Ogeechee Technical College filled Georgia Southern University’s Hanner Fieldhouse with its largest graduating class in history. Read More
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Splash in the Boro set to open Saturday

Splash in the Boro set to open Saturday

As the summer heat settles in, Splash in the Boro is ready to offer relief. Read More
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Police: Gunman in Savannah standoff surrenders

Police: Gunman in Savannah standoff surrenders

      SAVANNAH - A gunman surrendered after barricading himself inside a landmark restaurant in a standoff that closed parts of the 18th-century city's historic district for more than three hours Thursday. Read More
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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.  Read More
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 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.”  Read More
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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. Read More
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Traffic stop ends in three arrests

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. Read More
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Man shoots van, arrested

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. Read More
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Statesboro City Council approves water/sewer extension

Statesboro City Council approves water/sewer extension

    Expect more homes and, possibly, businesses south of the Statesboro city limits in the next few years. Read More
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Fugitive siblings return to Ga., plead not guilty

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. Read More
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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. Read More
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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. Read More
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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. Read More
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Council to decide on water line extension

Council to decide on water line extension

    Statesboro City Council will meet today for the second and final scheduled meeting in May. Read More
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Inside Bulloch Business with Jan Moore - Want to make $33 per hour? Read this

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. Read More
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Rehab center sees first grad

Rehab center sees first grad

After years of alcoholism that began at age 12, Zack Hamrick ended the misery. Read More
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Bill might be boon for charter schools

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. Read More
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A record class at GSU

A record class at GSU

There were no shortages of undergraduates this year, as thousands of students donned the black cap and gown, then turned the tassel to become Georgia Southern University alumnus. Read More
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Southeast Bulloch school dress code proposal dies

Southeast Bulloch school dress code proposal dies

Students at Southeast Bulloch Middle and High schools won’t have to change their wardrobe in the fall. Read More
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Taste for alligator lands local man in jail

Taste for alligator lands local man in jail

A man who shot alligators, butchered them to eat and took photos of the deed said he killed the gators because they were a nuisance. Read More
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Pandering sting nets 10 arrests

Pandering sting nets 10 arrests

Ten men who responded to an undercover officer’s solicitation of “escort services” ended up behind bars Thursday as Statesboro police officers conducted a pandering sting. Read More
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5 arrested after woman reports theft

5 arrested after woman reports theft

    A Waters Farm Road woman saw two men stealing her husband’s tools Wednesday and called law enforcement. A short time later, Bulloch County Sheriff’s deputies arrested five suspects on burglary and theft charges. Read More
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Reading: It’s FUNdamental

Reading: It’s FUNdamental

    Hundreds of Bulloch County students were offered a break from class Thursday, and the opportunity to dive into a good book. Read More
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New post office plan eases hurt for Rocky Ford, Daisy

   Residents of places such as Daisy and Rocky Ford are uttering sighs of relief that their post offices will remain open. However, the U.S. Postal Service’s new plan for saving small post offices will spread the pain more widely with greatly reduced hours at these and many other locations. Read More
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Updated: may. 10, 2012 7:33 p.m.


Pizza deliverer robbed at gunpoint

A pizza deliverer was robbed at gunpoint early this morning at the Pointe at Southern apartment complex, Statesboro police said in a text alert sent at 2:39 a.m. Read More
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2 people rescued from burning building

2 people rescued from burning building

   Firefighters rescued two occupants of a South Zetterower Avenue home Wednesday, but the older brick building that housed an alteration business and apartment units was a total loss. Read More
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Updated: may. 09, 2012 8:43 p.m.
Postal Service will keep rural post offices open

Postal Service will keep rural post offices open

    WASHINGTON — Bending to strong public opposition, the nearly bankrupt U.S. Postal Service on Wednesday backed off a plan to close thousands of rural post offices after May 15 and proposed keeping them open, but with shorter operating hours. Read More
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Georgia Southern to benefit from new budget

   When Gov. Nathan Deal signed into law the 2013 state budget Monday, he committed major funding to support Georgia Southern University.  Read More
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Parents, students, teachers explore new Mattie Lively Elementary

Parents, students, teachers explore new Mattie Lively Elementary

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Drought not quenched by recent rain

Drought not quenched by recent rain

    Scattered rains may continue today, but this week’s precipitation is a far cry from the amount needed to relieve drought conditions. Read More
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'Project Graduation' offers safe, fun alternative for SEB grads

'Project Graduation' offers safe, fun alternative for SEB grads

Bulloch County high school seniors will walk across the stage and receive their diplomas in less than three weeks. Read More
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Burglars strike 6 local businesses

Burglars strike 6 local businesses

Burglars targeted six Statesboro businesses Monday night and Tuesday morning, police said. Read More
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Updated: may. 08, 2012 7:13 p.m.


Authorities: Man died after setting himself on fire

    A man whose body was found Thursday during a brush fire committed suicide, authorities said. Read More
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Deal signs bill giving OTC natural resources building the OK

Deal signs bill giving OTC natural resources building the OK

    A new natural resources building is in the works for Ogeechee Technical College now that Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal signed a budget bill giving the go-ahead to the tune of $12.6 million. Read More
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GSU’s Smalley takes rural health concerns to D.C.

GSU’s Smalley takes rural health concerns to D.C.

    Dr. Bryant Smalley helps direct Georgia Southern University’s efforts to improve health care for rural residents. Last week, he went to the White House to advise high-ranking federal officials on the subject. Read More
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Our Views: Keel on target with plan to move Eagles into FBS

Our Views: Keel on target with plan to move Eagles into FBS

      In one of his first interviews after becoming Georgia Southern University's 12th president in January 2010, Dr. Brooks Keel said: Read More
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EPD to hold hearing on discharge draft permit

Citizens interested in the Ogeechee River will have the opportunity to engage in a public hearing June 12 regarding a draft permit for discharge of wastewater into the river. Read More
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Deal promises 'historic reforms'

Deal promises 'historic reforms'

    Bulloch County Sheriff Lynn Anderson said he fully supports a law signed last week that will revamp how the state’s criminal justice system punishes nonviolent criminals. Read More
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No foul play suspected in death

No foul play suspected in death

No foul play is suspected in the death of a man whose body was found burned Thursday afternoon in Statesboro. Read More
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GSU students create new Bioenergy Garden

GSU students create new Bioenergy Garden

Georgia Southern University staff and students gathered Friday at the college’s Botanical Garden to unveil a new garden they say holds the promise of a more sustainable future. Read More
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Two arrested in gambling sting

Two arrested in gambling sting

A two-month investigation by Statesboro police led to the arrest of two on gambling charges and the seizure of seven old-style commercial gambling machines. Read More
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Firefighters discover body near S. College Street Thursday

Firefighters discover body near S. College Street Thursday

    Statesboro firefighters discovered the body of a man after responding to a fire call Thursday afternoon on South College Street. Read More
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Music in the air downtown

Music in the air downtown

Plenty of Statesboro talent will be on display for tonight’s F1RST Friday event downtown. Read More
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Annual prayer gathering Thursday morning

Annual prayer gathering Thursday morning

    A prayer service held on the lawn of the Bulloch County Courthouse will be just one of tens of thousands of prayer events planned across the country today, in recognition of the 61st Annual National Day of Prayer. The service begins at 11:30 a.m. Read More
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