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On December 15th, members of the community gathered at Eastside Cemetery in Statesboro to honor veterans by placing holiday wreaths on their graves. Thanks to the generosity of local donors, this Wreaths Across America effort was able to place a total of 360 wreaths at the cemetery.

Bulloch County held an initial swearing-in ceremony on December 20, where Probate Judge Lorna DeLoach, Superior Court Judges Lovett Bennett Jr. and Michael T. Muldrew, and Solicitor General Catherine Findley were reappointed. The main ceremony for all newly elected and re-elected officials is scheduled for December 30 at 10 a.m. in the historic Bulloch County Courthouse.

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announces ongoing roadwork and maintenance projects throughout Southeast Georgia from December 21 through December 27, with holiday lane closure restrictions in place from December 21 to December 26.

Big Lots is set to close its doors in Statesboro after more than 20 years in business. The retailer, located in the Statesboro Square Shopping Center, will begin “going-out-of-business” sales after Christmas as part of a company-wide closure following its bankruptcy filing in September.

A Georgia Senate study committee has recommended new and expanded tax credits aimed at making child care more affordable and accessible for families and providers, with proposals including a new Child Tax Credit and expanded credits for employer-sponsored child care and early childhood educators.

Gov. Brian Kemp announced the formation of a new commission under the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) to develop high-demand career pathways and credentialing strategies, aimed at aligning education with workforce needs in the rapidly growing Southern region.

Grice Connect's interactive events calendar makes it easy to find fun events for date night or the entire family in and around Statesboro. Check it out and start making plans now!

The holidays can be especially demanding for medical professionals, especially nurses. Here are seven ways to soften the days ahead - and find joy.

Portal couple Tony and Lisa Deal have been decorating their yard for onlookers for 28 years. This year, they're back with more than ever before and invite the community out to enjoy.