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Photojournalist Hunter Cone made a spookish dash around town and captured a few of the Halloween celebrations listed on Grice Connects Halloween Events Calendar and ended at Grace Community Church's Boo Bash. Read the story for a couple must do Halloween events and tips from Sheriff Noel Brown for a safe Halloween.

Optim Orthopedics hosted a private gathering to honor the life and legacy of Scott Sanders, PA, with the dedication of "Sanders Hall" in their Statesboro facility. Family, friends, and colleagues gathered to remember Scott's commitment to his patients and his significant impact on the community.

Tis the season! The Brooklet Kiwanis Club is selling Poinsettias through November 4. Choose from red, pink, or white blooms. All of the proceeds from this annual sale go toward helping the club support local organizations and families in need at Christmas.

Nothing says comfort like warm, buttery Texas Roadhouse rolls, freshly baked and slathered with honey cinnamon butter, filling your home with that irresistible aroma. This holiday season, bring this treat to your table while supporting Statesboro High School athletics in a tasty way that gives back to local athletes.

Last year, the Statesboro/Bulloch Toys for Tots campaign and its community partners collected enough toys, books, and stocking stuffers to give holiday joy to 1,964 local children! The kickoff for this year's drive is set for November 1 at Office Depot, and the community is invited to come donate toys, request toy collection boxes, and pick up applications to receive toys.

The Georgia Southern University Museum is gearing up for a week of Halloween fun with its brand new event, "Monsters & Mad Scientists," running from October 27 to October 31, 2024. The event offers interactive science experiments, spooky activities, and a movie screening, making it a perfect way to celebrate the Halloween season.

The Statesboro Family YMCA will host its 5th Annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 26th from 4 PM to 6 PM, inviting local businesses and organizations to create festive trunks filled with treats for community families in a safe, fun environment.

DeWayne Grice, founder of Grice Connect, took the stage reflecting on the unexpected honor of the moment. He shared the journey behind Grice Connect, a local news platform dedicated to highlighting the positivity and resilience within our community. He then surprised everyone and announced he would be sharing the award with Jonathan and Stephanie Smith, who have exemplified community spirit through their tireless efforts to support those in need during recent hurricanes.

This year marks the seventeenth year of the Ogeechee Area Hospice Community Chicken Dinner fundraiser. Plates are just $10 and benefit this community supported, non-profit hospice.