Memory Lane

The Pancake House at the Kiwanis Ogeechee Fair has been a cherished tradition since its founding by Marion Brantley in 1964. Thanks to dedicated volunteers like Don Whaley, who upheld its legacy for over two decades, the establishment has continued to thrive. Volunteer Barry Turner shared insights with Grice Connect, highlighting the Pancake House's role in creating lasting memories for families and fostering a sense of togetherness in Statesboro.

As Charlotte and Gary Wilhelm reflect on 60 years of marriage and their enduring love, they remind the younger generation to believe in the power of hard work, dedication, and a positive outlook.

Friendships, food, and finding strength, "Angel's Ladies," named for McAlister's Front End Manager Angel Lastinger, has become a "sisterhood" of ladies who gather each week to catch up and connect before taking a stroll down memory lane and spilling the local (sweet) tea.

A new digital exhibit, created by Georgia Southern University students with the guidance of Dr. Brian Feltman and librarian Autumn Johnson, honors Bulloch County's World War I fallen heroes. The site provides an in-depth look at the lives and sacrifices of these soldiers, particularly those historically overlooked.

Sprig N' Dig Garden Club is flourishing thanks to 54 years of friendship, service, dedication, and, of course, a shared love of growing flowers and beautifying our community.

The Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern recently hosted a delicious and romantic dinner under the Heritage Pavilion for eight couples who were married in the Garden over the years. It was a beautiful walk down memory lane!

Step back in time as Ginger (Rutledge) Gregory shares childhood memories of her father, Private Robert Lee Rutledge, as he went to serve in WWII, where he ultimately gave his life. Her story is from the April Bulloch County Historical Society meeting.

As Women's History Month draws to a close, we take a look back at one of the most influential women to ever grace Statesboro: Mrs. Patricia Lee "Patsy" Rocker Bobo. Hundreds were impacted by Patsy through the Deen Day Smith Awards. Click on the image to view a list of Deen Day recipients over the years.

In 1951, James and Doris Tucker married and began their wonderful life together. The parents of six daughters, they shared their advice for a long and happy marriage with us. Commitment, resilience, and devotion are just a few of the qualities that have made their marriage into a legacy worth leaving.

Annual inspections for nearly a dozen 1940s-era Navion aircraft are taking place at the Statesboro-Bulloch County Airport. Russell Herrington, Portal resident, ER doc, and current President of the American Navion Society, shares his love of flight and history as a Navion owner.