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Thousands without power after Hurricane Helene hits Bulloch County
Bulloch County and surrounding areas are waking up to widespread storm damage, with thousands of citizens without power, homes and roads blocked by fallen trees, and debris scattered across properties. The storm, which also left over 1.2 million people in Florida and more than 700,000 in Georgia without power, has caused significant disruption. Bulloch County EMA Director Corey Kemp is urging residents to check in on neighbors and family members, especially the elderly, as the community begins recovery efforts. Kemp said they have received a significant amount of calls from citizens with tree on or in their homes. He estimates well over...
Hurricane Helene | RESOURCES & INFORMATION
The Grice Connect team are monitoring Hurricane Helene and are compiling information you may need. Please check back to this page often for our latest updates and information on Hurricane Helene. 3:00 AM update - Bulloch County Public Safety are reporting trees down all over the county. Over 20,000 are without power. Shelter in place. We ahve about three more hours of Tropical Storm Winds. Click here to view all of our Hurricane Helene coverage. Weather Alerts As of 2 am 9/27/24: Hazardous Weather Outlook Tropical Storm Warning Hurricane Local Statement Tornado Watch in effect from September 26, 08:55 PM EDT until September 27, 08:00 AM EDT Click here for NWS...
Hurricane Helene | POWER OUTAGES
Bulloch County Public Safety are reporting trees down all over the county impacting power due to high winds from Hurricane Helene. At 5:00 am, out of 43,370 power customers in Bulloch County more than 30,000 are without power. Citizens can expect extended power outages due to the massive amount of damage and large number of customers without power. Excelsior EMC is currently experiencing widespread outages, with just under 20,000 members out of power—this is about 80% of their system. Please be aware that this number may increase over the course of the day as the storm continues to affect our area. The damage to their...
Social media platforms are removing critical Hurricane Helene coverage from Grice Connect
Many of our readers follow Grice Connect via social media, relying on these platforms to stay informed about local news and important events. However, we’re facing a serious issue: social media platforms have recently begun removing critical posts about Hurricane Helene from our Grice Connect page. For the past few weeks, these platforms have been arbitrarily removing our posts, citing vague violations of their community standards. Posts that contain nothing controversial—like updates about the closure of Ralph's Diner—have been taken down without explanation. Even worse, there's no way for us to contact these companies directly to resolve these issues. There's no...
Bulloch can expect high winds and rain overnight as Hurricane Helene makes landfall
Hurricane Helene is now a Cat 4 Hurricane and is projected to make landfall in the Florida Panhandle region around 11:00 pm Thursday, September 26, 2024. Helene's wind field is historically large, and tropical storm force wind gusts of 40-60 mph or greater are expected statewide tonight and tomorrow. Widespread power outages are expected statewide with major, extended power issues expected in Southwest and South-Central Georgia. Counties under a Hurricane Warning should expect hurricane force conditions tonight and tomorrow. The remainder of Georgia is under a Tropical Storm Warning and should expect wind gusts of at least 40-60 mph tonight and...
Bulloch Public Works launches interactive road map for Hurricane Helene
As Hurricane Helene approaches Bulloch County, Bulloch County Public Works and Bulloch County GIS have created an interactive map to allow citizens to follow the conditions and statuses of county-maintained roads. You can search by road name or locate the road on the map and click on it to get a road status. The map also includes a legend at the bottom that uses color codes and dots to explain the current status of road conditions. The map is continuously updated as Public Works employees and Public Safety employees travel the county and assess roads. Interactive Map Legend Travel Advisory Sheriff Noel Brown is urging everyone to please stay off the roads between midnight Thursday, September 26, 2024 and 6 am Friday morning, September 27, 2024. The approaching storm is expected to bring high winds, which may lead to fallen trees and other hazards on the roadways. Please stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel during these hours.
East Georgia State College launches Bachelor of Business Administration Degree Program
East Georgia State College (EGSC) is launching its own Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree starting in the Spring of 2025. Building on the College’s most popular associate’s degree program, the expansion to the program as a bachelor’s degree will provide a pathway for students to complete their business education at EGSC rather than transferring to another institution. The BBA program aligns with the College’s mission and vision to extend associate degree options and develop baccalaureate degrees targeted to meet the workforce needs of our community. “We are thrilled to announce the start of our new Bachelor of Business Administration program with its strong emphasis on career readiness. The program fosters the next generation of business...
Statesboro Police arrest armed robbery suspect following quick response
On Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 12:05 p.m., officers from the Statesboro Police Department (SPD) responded to an armed robbery at the Enmarket convenience store located at 1609 Fair Road. The suspect fled the scene immediately following the incident, but quick action from officers and detectives, aided by video footage and witness statements, led to a swift arrest. Upon arriving at the scene, SPD officers were able to gather footage of the suspect from the store's surveillance system. Utilizing the Fusus video-sharing system, local cameras tracked the suspect, later identified as Temaj Littles, 26, of Georgia Avenue in Statesboro. Littles was...
Betty Ruth (Mimbs) Sanders
March 16, 1939 ~ September 22, 2024 (age 85) Mrs. Betty Ruth Mimbs Sanders, age 85, of Uvalda, died Sunday, September 22, 2024, at her home, following an extended illness. She was born on March 16, 1939, in Treutlen County, to the late Claude Mimbs and Mamie Frost Mimbs. She grew up in Treutlen County, later living in the Rosemont Community there, and moved to Montgomery County in1958. She retired after twenty years as rural letter carrier and was a member of the Uvalda Baptist Church. She enjoyed bird watching, the beach, gardening, shopping, and spending time with her family. In addition to her...
McKeithen's ready to help with generators; storm supplies fully stocked
Grice Connect sponsor McKeithen’s TrueValue Hardware has storm supplies like tarps, gas cans, generators, TONS of chainsaws of every size, water and batteries, and they will be in-store as long as they safely can to help their customers. They currently have chain saws, gas cans, coolers of all sizes, bottled water, batteries, flashlights, propane tank filling, and a variety of clean-up supplies and yard tools in stock. They are open until 6:00pm today and are located at 58 Independence Way in Statesboro, off GA HWY 67. McKeithen's is locally owned and operated. To reach the store, please call (912) 259-9675.
VIDEO | Twelve guns stolen from Backwoods Armory in Brooklet; ATF and NSSF offering $10,000 reward
Around 1:40am on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, a burglary occurred at the Backwoods Armory, located at 17849 US Highway 80 in Brooklet, GA. The suspect fled with 12 firearms, which the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) says pose a potential danger to our communities and quality of life. Surveillance cameras in the store captured the burglary in progress, as well as the getaway vehicle. View the video below. ATF Resident Agent in Charge Joseph Waller said, "ATF takes this crime very seriously. ATF is committed to preventing firearms trafficking, which is a serious offense resulting in significant federal prison time for...
Bulloch County under a Tornado Watch and Tropical Storm Warning
The National Weather Service in Charleston issued Tornado Watch which will be in effect until 9 pm Thursday, September 26, 2024. Bulloch also remains under a tropical storm warning. Hurricane Helene is forecasted to make landfall Thursday evening in the Big Bend area and is expected to bring strong winds, tornadoes, and periods of heavy rain to Southeast South Carolina and Southeast Georgia. There is a high risk of tornadoes associated with Helene, with the risk increasing this afternoon and peaking tonight into early Friday morning. Click here for tornado safety tips. The tornado watch includes Bulloch and the following counties: Bryan Bulloch Burke Candler Chatham Columbia Effingham Emanuel Evans Jefferson Jenkins Liberty Lincoln Long McDuffie McIntosh Montgomery Richmond Screven Tattnall Toombs Click here for current weather...
City of Statesboro to host Water & Sewer info meeting Sept. 30
The City of Statesboro will host a Water & Sewer public information meeting on Monday, September 30, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Statesboro City Hall council chambers. Members of the public are invited to attend and learn more about the city’s water and sewer system. "Our goal for this meeting is to educate residents and business owners about the city’s water and sewer system,” says Steve Hotchkiss, Director of Public Utilities for the City of Statesboro. “With all of the new development coming to Statesboro, we’ve received some questions about our system and whether itcan handle the growth. We’d like to share with the public what our current usage metrics are and what our capacity...
Excelsior EMC Prepares for Hurricane Helene: Safety and readiness measures in place
As Hurricane Helene approaches the Southeast, Excelsior EMC is closely monitoring the storm's development and is fully prepared to respond to potential outages and service disruptions. Our team of linemen, engineers, and staff are standing by to ensure the safety and reliability of electric service for our members. Storm Readiness Measures: Staffing & Resources: All Excelsior EMC crews are on high alert, and we have additional personnel and contractors ready to assist with storm response. Equipment & Supplies: Crews have their trucks prepared and stocked with extra supplies, and the warehouse has made preparations to supply our line workers with whatever supplies they...
Hurricane Helene brings Tropical Storm Warning to Bulloch
Hurricane Helene path has shifted westward which has lessened rainfall predictions for Bulloch County which are now predicted be less than 2 inches total from 8 pm Wednesday night to 8 pm Friday. Sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are possible Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning. The biggest concerns at this time are isolated to scattered power outages caused by downed and uprooted trees. Risks for tornados is a concern as well. NWS Charleston Situation overview As of 6 pm on Wednesday evening, Hurricane Helene is expected to intensify into a major hurricane as it...
Hurricane Helene | LIST OF BULLOCH COUNTY CLOSURES
Grice Connect is compiling a list of business and school closings due to Hurricane Helene. When in doubt, please contact the organization directly. To report a closure or update, please email press@griceconnect.com and include the name of school/business, date(s) of closure, and point of contact. LAST UPDATED: Thursday, September 26 | 4:40pm Schools/Daycares/Colleges (Listed in alphabetical order) Bible Baptist Daycare: Closing at 1pm on Thursday, September 26 & Closed Friday, September 27 Bulloch Academy: Closed Friday, September 27 All activities after 5pm on Thursday, September 26, including after-school care, are canceled. Bulloch County Schools: Early Release Thursday, September 26 & Closed Friday, September 27 Bulloch County Schools will have a...
Bulloch County Schools announce early dismissal Thursday and Friday closure
Bulloch County Schools have announced that all students and employees will have a half-day on Thursday, September 26, followed by a full closure on Friday, September 27. The decision comes after guidance from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA), which recommended early dismissal and school closures for areas south of Macon. On Thursday, all schools will dismiss two hours earlier than usual, applying to both car and bus riders. Families are encouraged to plan for this adjusted schedule to ensure a smooth and efficient dismissal. Additionally, there will be no after-school activities on Thursday, and the Board of Education's work session, originally scheduled for Thursday, has been canceled. At this time, Friday’s extracurricular events remain uncertain, and individual schools will provide updates on those as the situation develops. Bulloch County Schools emphasized the importance of providing students with learning opportunities, meals, and social interactions during the shortened school day on Thursday. However, the safety of students and staff remains the top priority. Families and employees are encouraged to stay updated on further developments through official communications from Bulloch County Schools and local media outlets. Schools plan to resume normal operations and welcome students and staff back on Monday, September 30.
Building a Vibrant Bulloch: Community events bringing together residents and shaping the county’s future
The future of Bulloch County depends on its people, and their voices are more important than ever. To foster that dialogue, Georgia Southern University’s Institute for Vibrant and Engaged Communities (IVEC) recently kicked off its series of Community Conversations, titled "Building a Vibrant Bulloch: Uniting for Our Community's Future." The first event in Brooklet was a huge success, bringing together residents to share their thoughts and ideas for the future of Bulloch County. IVEC’s mission is clear—strengthening community resilience by fostering collaboration between local governments, nonprofit organizations, and community members. Their work is focused on tackling issues such as affordable housing, childcare, and...
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