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Freak accident at Bulloch County gas station claims truck driver's life

6 days ago | griceconnect.com | DeWayne Grice

A 34-year-old truck driver has died in a tragic accident Saturday morning, June 21, 2025 at the El Cheapo gas station on Highway 301 South in Bulloch County. The incident occurred just south of Interstate 16, across from the TA Travel Center. Bulloch County emergency services were dispatched to the El Cheapo, located at 2925 Hwy. 301 South at 8:15 am, following a report of a truck fire.
Family Displaced After House Fire in Bulloch County

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | DeWayne Grice

A Register family of three has been displaced after a fire broke out at their home Friday night, June 20, 2025 in the 2800 block of Highway 46. Bulloch County 911 received a call at 10:39 pm and dispatched both the Bulloch County Fire Department and the Statesboro Fire Department to the scene. The first Bulloch County engine arriving reported heavy fire coming from the rear of the single-story, wooden-framed house.
Franklin Collision Center opens expanded facility in Statesboro

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | DeWayne Grice

Franklin Collision Center officially opened the doors to its newly expanded 30,000-square-foot facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday attended by community leaders, elected officials, employees, and members of the Franklin family.
Off-duty paramedic and police officers awarded for saving a life

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | Blake Williams

During the June 17 Statesboro City Council meeting, three local public safety personnel were honored with Life Saving Awards for their swift and coordinated response that helped save a man’s life following a serious crash earlier this year.
Bulloch commissioners weigh two FY26 budget plans ahead of final vote on June 26

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | Blake Williams

During a public hearing held Wednesday evening, the Bulloch County Board of Commissioners reviewed two competing proposals for the FY 2026 budget, setting the stage for a final vote scheduled for June 26 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing, led by Chairman David Bennett, included a detailed presentation outlining the county’s financial challenges and the consequences tied to each potential path forward: one plan maintains services at current levels with no millage rollback, while the other proposes cuts...
Statesboro Council adopts FY26 budget, approves Fire Station 3 contract, honors life-saving trio

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | Blake Williams

The Statesboro City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, where it adopted the FY26 budget, approved contracts tied to Hotel/Motel tax proceeds, and authorized construction of the cities third fire station. The meeting began with an invocation by City Manager Charles Penny and with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Tips to help honey bees during the 'June Gap'

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | Jordan Wilburn

As honey bee colonies reach their peak size in early summer, many people do not realize that bees are actually at risk of starvation during a brief but critical window known as the “June Gap.” Information about the June Gap has been shared widely on Facebook this summer, and it refers to a real phenomenon that occurs between the end of spring blooms and the start of summer flowers.
Bulloch County Commission gains land for a Register recreation park, makes arrangements to prepare for storm season

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | Blake Williams

At its June 17, 2025 regular meeting, the Bulloch County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of land for a new recreation site in Register, authorized negotiations for disaster debris removal contracts, and received updates on FEMA reimbursements and public safety expansions. The meeting also featured community recognition efforts and infrastructure planning discussions. The board approved the acquisition of approximately 10 acres of land in Register for future recreation development.
Bulloch, Bryan, and Effingham counties to benefit from free disaster training

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | DeWayne Grice

The Bulloch County Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) and Bulloch Strong are partnering with Georgia VOAD to host crucial long-term recovery training sessions in Statesboro. These free workshops are designed to equip individuals, churches, civic groups, and business organizations with the tools and knowledge needed to effectively assist with disaster recovery efforts in the community. Citizens from Bulloch, Bryan and Effingham are invited to attend these training sessions.
Statesboro bypass leads in crashes; Fair Road intersection tops list as roundabout solution plans move forward

1 week ago | griceconnect.com | Blake Williams

In 2024, the Statesboro Police Department responded to a total of 1,355 traffic crashes within city limits. Combined with 73 additional crash investigations handled by the Georgia State Patrol, Statesboro recorded 1,428 reported collisions last year—a figure that underscores the persistent challenges of traffic safety in one of Georgia’s fastest-growing small cities.