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Weekend showers and storms likely
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The lazy days of summer continue on a hot and dry note. Thursday afternoon a few passing showers slid across areas along the GA/FL line otherwise rain-free. Tonight an easterly flow pulls in drier air for a delightful Friday morning. Lows drop into the upper 60s around 70° just slightly below the average of 73°.
More than 100,000 applied, but only 4,200 people are in Georgia Pathways to Coverage program
In the past six months, the Georgia Pathways to Coverage program, the first state-managed Medicaid program to have a work requirement in the United States, has only gained 1,887 new participants.
Georgia Forecast: Severe Thunderstorms Threat Looms Over North Georgia on Friday
Peachtree City, GA – North Georgia is under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 out of 5) for severe thunderstorms on Friday, according to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City. Areas along and north of a line from Rome to Blairsville are most at risk. The storms are expected to develop in the afternoon and evening, bringing the potential for damaging wind gusts and locally heavy rainfall.
SCCPSS holds ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating Pulaski’s expansion to K-8 school
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Savannah Chatham County Public School System staff, students, board members, and military partners from Hunter Army Airfield gathered Thursday morning for a ribbon cutting ceremony. The ceremony was held for Pulaski’s addition of middle grades converting the former elementary school to a K-8 school. Superintendent...
Georgia family looking forward to Florida vacation find bedbugs all over rental. They're now fighting for a full refund.
ATLANTA — A local family ran into a nasty surprise while on vacation. And when they struggled to get their money back, they turned to the 11Alive Help Desk and Help Desk Veteran Bill Liss for assistance. The Boyd family was looking forward to their vacation in a condo...
Don't miss the fun weekend events around the Boro
Fall is on its way, and weekends in the Boro are packed with lots of fun events. Subscribers to Grice Connect's Bulloch Daily, our daily digital newspaper, get a sneak peek of all the fun events every day in the Boro. For those of you who don't subscribe to our free daily online newspaper, here is an idea of what you are missing! Scroll down for Grice Connect's interactive weekend events calendar and you will get some date night ideas or weekend fun for the entire family. Subscribe now by CLICKING HERE and you will be one of the most informed citizens in...
Former Georgia GOP leader tells citizens it ‘doesn’t mean you’re Democrat’ to vote for Kamala Harris
Former GOP Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan has continued to nudge Republicans into supporting Vice President Kamala Harris, recently appealing to their party loyalty in saying it won’t make them a Democrat if they vote for her. Duncan released an op-ed in May stating he was voting for President Joe Biden. “I think it’s important […]
Softball Game Preview: Alcovy Plays at Home
The Alcovy Tigers will be playing at home against the George Walton Academy Bulldogs at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around. Alcovy is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to ten runs on Saturday, they...
WSAV News 3, iHeart Media and Parker’s Kitchen raise money for victims of Tropical Storm Debby
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — WSAV News 3, iHeart Media and Parker’s Kitchen’s raised over $6,000 in donations on Thursday for victims of Tropical Storm Debby. Money raised will support disaster relief efforts by the American Red Cross as well as special funds established by the United Way of the Coastal Empire and the United Way […]
Georgia Ports welcomes heavy equipment processor to area
Belgian company Aertssen Logistics establishes U.S. footprint. Heavy equipment producers moving cargo through the Georgia Ports Authority have a new Savannah-area processing and logistics services option. “We are proud to welcome Aertssen Logistics to the Ports of Savannah and Brunswick,” said GPA President and CEO Griff Lynch. “Their new location...
Brooklet Council approves moratorium on zoning and annexation applications
With little discussion towards the end of a nearly two hour meeting on Thursday, August 15, 2024, Brooklet City Council approved a moratorium effective until December 2024, or until resolved, that will prevent new zoning and annexation applications from being received by council. The quick decision follows the recent annexation of almost 300 acres into Brooklet, where hundreds of homes are slated to be built in phases over the next few years. Plus, Mayor Nicky Gwinnett's request for rezoning on the site of his cabinet business was denied as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Read on for this and more at...
Eagles shut out Hurricanes, 3-0, in exhibition win
The Georgia Southern men's soccer team defeated the Georgia Southwestern State Hurricanes 3-0 in an exhibition match at Tormenta Stadium on Tuesday evening. The Eagles avenged their last meeting with the Hurricanes, where they drew in a 2-2 exhibition contest in 2022. The two teams battled the heat early on in the match, but it did not take long for the Eagles; offense to spark. In just the eighth minute, freshman Ricky Louis was able to get around his defender on the right side of the box and deliver a rolling strike with his right foot into the opposite side netting for...
Statesboro District 1 City Council candidates must file a notice of candidacy with the city August 20-22
The City of Statesboro will hold a special election for the vacant District 1 City Council Seat on November 5, 2024. At their August 6, 2024 meeting, the Statesboro City Council approved a resolution calling for the Special Election to fill the unexpired term of the vacant District One council seat, previously held by Phil Boyum. Candidates who wish to qualify for the office of District 1 City Councilmember must file their notice of candidacy with the Election Superintendent for Qualifying at Statesboro City Hall during the dates of Tuesday, August 20th through Thursday, August 22nd from 8:30am to 4:30pm. The qualifying fee is $330. A map of District 1 is available here. The last day to register to vote in the election is Monday, October 7th. Statesboro City Hall is located at 50 E. Main St. in downtown Statesboro. For more information on the qualifying process, please contact Leah Harden, City Clerk and Election Superintendent for Qualifying, at 912-764-5468.
Georgia Southern Teams Up with Aramark for Game-Day Concessions
Georgia Southern Athletics has partnered with Aramark Sports + Entertainment to enhance concessions at six of its competition venues starting in the 2024-25 academic year. This multi-year agreement aims to improve the fan experience by prioritizing quality, efficiency, and safety in food and beverage services. Aramark will bring a range of new menu options, expand cashless payment methods, and upgrade concession infrastructure across Allen E. Paulson Stadium and other facilities. The collaboration also includes partnerships with local restaurants to provide diverse food choices and support community initiatives.
180 Fitness to host Community Day on Saturday, August 17
180 Fitness will be holding their Community Day event on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 8:30am to 2pm. The event is free and open to the public and allows locals to explore classes and facilities at 180 Fitness. The event offers 30-minute group fitness classes to try out, giveaways, membership specials, food trucks, and much more. Bouncy houses and obstacle courses will also be available for children as well. “Community Day is our way of welcoming the community to see what we offer here at 180 Fitness,” said Katie Mills, 180 Manager and Fitness Trainer. “It’s going to be a day full of fitness, food, and fun.” The gym is located at 520 Fair Road, Suite 280 in Statesboro (next to Ollie's). For more details on 180 Fitness's Community Day, visit their website at oneeightyfitness.com or call (912) 871-6622.
Statesboro non-profit KT Team to host fundraising concert
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - The KT Team is a non-profit organization who gives opportunities to people who are physically-challenged to participate in outdoor activities. The KT Team is hosting a fundraising concert on Friday, August 23rd. Josh Baldwin of Bethel Music will be performing at the Connection Church in Statesboro at 7 p.m.
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