Blake Williams

What a year 2024 has been for Statesboro. With the city’s continued growth, dining options have expanded to match, and residents now have more reasons than ever to venture out for a meal or snack. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “There’s nothing to eat here,” this year’s openings prove otherwise. Here’s a roundup of the standout dining establishments that have made their debut in the Boro this year.

Bulloch County held its swearing-in ceremony on December 30, 2024, for newly elected and returning officials. Leaders pledged to serve the community and tackle key local issues. Chairman of the Bulloch County Board of Commissioners, Seat 2A and Seat 2C, Bulloch County Sheriff, District Attorney for the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit, Bulloch County Coroner and more were named.

2024 has been a year of change for Statesboro, with several beloved businesses closing their doors. Each closure marked the end of a chapter in the community’s story, leaving residents with memories of favorite meals, shopping trips, and gatherings. Here's a look back at the notable closures this year and their impact on our town.

FEMA has returned to the Kiwanis Fairgrounds Bulloch County to open a temporary mobile Disaster Recovery Center. Bulloch and area residents affected by Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby are being urged to come to the center to make sure they have completed their FEMA disaster assistance applications ahead of the January 7, 2025 , deadline.

A devastating incident unfolded in Bulloch County on Saturday, leaving 17-year-old Southeast Bulloch High School student dead and his father, seriously injured. Authorities have charged the victims 15-year-old brother, with multiple crimes in connection with the tragic shooting.

Are you ready to hit the road in a 27-foot-long hot dog on wheels? Oscar Mayer is searching for recent graduates to join its elite Hotdogger program, offering a one-year adventure filled with marketing, public relations, and unforgettable memories.

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.

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.

Statesboro's newest Dunkin' Donuts will open on Thursday, December 19, 2024, on Northside Drive East near Anderson's General Store. It's part of a wave of new eateries in that area, including one you may not know about yet. Read on for details.

The Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) is making a significant impact in the local community with a $10,000 donation to the Southeast Bulloch High School chapter of the National FFA Organization. The contribution is meant to reflect Hyundai’s commitment to education, innovation, and fostering the next generation of leaders in agriculture and technology.