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Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has celebrated the 50th customer delivery of its flagship G700, a groundbreaking business jet that has already amassed over 11,700 flight hours since its service debut in April 2024.

Attendees at the 87th annual Excelsior Electric Membership Corporation meeting were met with welcome financial news as the cooperative announced it would be returning $4.8 million in capital credit refunds. Additionally, members learned that Excelsior EMC continues to provide electricity at a lower cost than the state average, despite a challenging year of significant weather events.

Small businesses impacted by natural disasters in 2024 may be eligible for a $10,000 recovery grant through the Backing Small Businesses program, now accepting applications.

Governor Brian Kemp has officially designated the fourth Friday in November as "National Sugarcane Syrup Day" in Georgia, recognizing the state's rich history with this natural sweetener. The new legislation aims to preserve the tradition of making sugarcane syrup and distinguish it from artificial alternatives, a move celebrated by local producers like Patricia and Randy Morton of L&M Farms in Statesboro.

As the result of a strategic partnership between the City of Statesboro and Alan Gross of Georgia Southern University’s Business Innovation Group, the former Kmart space on Northside Drive will welcome a nationally known retailer.

After months of rumors and rising questions from the community, the mystery surrounding a lot beside Olive Garden has been answered. It is definitely not what you may have guessed or hoped for locating in this prime retail development.

As Vance Dalton prepares to retire from his role as CEO of AgSouth Farm Credit, he reflects on a career defined by faith, family, farm credit, and fun. AgSouth is currently seeking its next CEO, with an application deadline of May 15.

A community forum hosted by Morris Bank provided a platform for city and county officials, along with representatives from Georgia Power and Excelsior EMC, to discuss the impact of recent storms and the importance of community preparedness.

Gulfstream Aerospace’s all-new G800 business jet, the world’s longest-range aircraft , has officially received FAA and EASA certification, surpassing its original performance targets.