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Bulloch County Commissioners met on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 for a special meeting to vote on the approval of memorandum of understandings (MOU) with Bryan County on two issues related to wells being drilled in Bulloch County to provide water to the Hyundai Metaplant America in Bryan County. One of...

Good morning! We start today with an EV update, move along to see where mercury contamination poses the biggest threat to dolphins and then learn more about a settlement between shrimpers and the operators of the capsized Golden Ray. Questions, tips or concerns? Send me a note at mary.landers@thecurrentga.org. Editor’s...

Bulloch County Schools’ lead nurse was named Georgia’s School Nurse Administrator of the Year during the Georgia Association of School Nurses’ (GASN) annual conference in Jekyll Island on June 12. Fay Blythe, who has served Bulloch County Schools for almost nine years, was nominated by LaShunda Staten,...

The Georgia Southern football team has hosted a few 7-on-7 camps this summer. Friday saw some local teams out there competing as Statesboro, Southeast Bulloch and Portal were all in attendance. Enter your email address to continue reading. By creating an account, you agree to the Terms of Service and...

The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners’ special meeting for approval of two proposed agreements with Bryan County that was cancelled on a 4-3 tiebreaker vote Tuesday has been rescheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 27. A updated version of the story about Tuesday’s aborted meeting, with information about Thursday’s...

Doesn't it kind of look like a pair of legs that kittie is standing behind?

Bulloch County Animal Services - (June 17-23) - Rural county intake — Eight adult dogs and three puppies; one adult cat and three kittens. Enter your email address to continue reading. By creating an account, you agree to the Terms of Service and acknowledge our Privacy Policy. This site...

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The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners, split 3-3 but with Chairman Roy Thompson casting the tiebreaker vote, halted a 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, special meeting that had been called for the purpose of approving two agreements with Bryan County having to do with wells, water and wastewater. One of...

At the 50th Annual Meeting of the Bulloch County Historical Society held Monday, the society elected new officers for the upcoming year. The nominations for officers were presented by Jenny Foss, Chair of the Nominating Committee, and the following individuals were elected to key positions: President: Joe McGlamery Vice President: Dr. Brent Tharp Secretary: Robert Seamans Treasurer: Matt Hube Directors (Expiring in 2025): Rodney Harville, Frank Parker Directors (Expiring in 2026): Bill Waters, Tyson Davis Directors (Expiring in 2027): Lee Waters In addition to electing officers, Matt Hube, the Treasurer, presented the Bulloch County Historical Society Scholarships to three deserving students. Hube expressed his gratitude for being able...

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced the names of five 12th District students who were nominated by his office and received and accepted appointments to attend one of the United States Military Service Academies.  These academies include: the United States Military Academy (USMA) in West Point, New York; the United States Naval Academy (USNA) in Annapolis, Maryland; the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) in Kings Point, New York; and the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Upon making the announcement, Congressman Allen issued the following statement: "It is a great honor of mine to have nominated these esteemed young students to receive an appointment to attend one of our nation's service academies. Through their tireless work and dedication, they have proven themselves to be leaders among their peers as they prepare to serve our nation in uniform. I wish each of them the very best and know they will represent the next generation of servicemen and women with distinction." Appointees from the 12th District include: Caleb Toth, United States Military Academy, Washington-Liberty High School  Griffin Garvin, United States Military Academy, Bulloch Academy Patrick Rowan, United States Naval Academy, Seton Home Study School Savannah Koback, United States Merchant Marine Academy, Greenbrier High School Kellen Daly, United States Military Academy, Bulloch Academy

Bulloch County emergency vehicles responded to an accident Monday night that involved two veat the intersection of Highway 46 and Sinkhole Road at MJ's Food Mart in southern Bulloch County. Deputies with the Bulloch County Sheriff's Office, Georgia State Patrol, a fire engine and an ambulance were at the scene...

STATESBORO – The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred while reporting on calls of gunfire and reckless driving. At the request of the Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office, GBI agents are investigating an officer involved shooting in Statesboro, GA. One man, identified as Robert Allen Bostic, age 25, of Warner Robins, Georgia, died in the incident. No officers were injured.

This catch beats the previous state record of 0 lb, 11 oz caught in 2019, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (GADNR WRD). “I was fishing for redbreast sunfish with my 8-year-old son Brannen on one of our regular locations on the Ogeechee, and when I caught this fish, I honestly wasn’t 100 percent sure what it was. A friend said it looked like a stumpknocker, which made me laugh because it was the biggest one I had ever seen,” said new record holder Jamie Boyett. “After we got home from fishing, I started cleaning our catch, and something made me decide to just look into confirming the species, and I sure am glad I did!”

The Franklin Collision Center, a beacon of community spirit and automotive excellence, has officially broken ground for its new facility. The event, filled with laughter, memories, and high hopes for the future, marked another significant milestone in the long history of the Franklin family business.  Lehman Franklin, Vice President of Franklin Automotive Group, kicked things off alongside his cousin, Stephen Franklin, with a heartfelt speech. He shared a bit of history, talking about how their grandfather started the business back in 1940 at a Chevrolet store downtown. Later, Lehman’s uncle, Robbie Franklin, took over and moved the business to its current location...

This catch beats the previous state record of 0 lb, 11 oz caught in 2019, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (GADNR WRD). “I was fishing for redbreast sunfish with my 8-year-old son Brannen on one of our regular locations on the Ogeechee, and when I caught this fish, I honestly wasn’t 100 percent sure what it was. A friend said it looked like a stumpknocker, which made me laugh because it was the biggest one I had ever seen,” said new record holder Jamie Boyett. “After we got home from fishing, I started cleaning our catch, and something made me decide to just look into confirming the species, and I sure am glad I did!”

Today ä ANNUAL STUFF the Bus Back to School Supply Drive 2024 will be held through July 16. Donations of school supplies may be placed in collection boxes at the following: Northside Drive location of Chick-fil-A, Morris Bank, Core Credit Union, Synovus Bank, Queensborough National Bank, Renasant Bank, Citizens Bank of the South, Bulloch First and Bulloch Solutions. For more information contact Lora Cooper at (912) 489-8547, email ed@pcabulloch.org or contact Carey Cassedy at (912) 489-8475 or email at ccassedy@unitedwaysega.org.