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Statesboro Sets 5-to-9 Halloween Hours; Brooklet Plans wild 5-to-7
Historic Walz Sculptures Move to Savannah Tech for Student Restoration
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Update: Savannah Weighs Data Center Zoning Rules as Public Input Continues
Wayne County commissioners to consider minimum bid for parcel 67B-146
Around Southeast Georgia
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Two arrested on murder charges after 2-month-old’s death in McIntosh County
Ty’ena Massey and Jodarius Demery face second-degree murder and child-cruelty charges following an investigation into a 2-month-old infant’s death.
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Statesboro Recycle Fest Set for Nov. 14 With Free Repairs
Recycle Fest will bring recycling drop-off, free repairs, tree giveaways and children’s activities to East Vine Street in Statesboro on Nov. 14.
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Update: Savannah Boil-Water Advisory Covers About 200 Properties
A water main break prompted a boil-water advisory near Highway 80 and Houlihan Avenue. Water service was expected back by 6 p.m.,…
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Liberty County reviews guarantee for $39M Tradeport East project
The county has not voted on backing bonds for the proposed facility near Midway. Its chairman estimates worst-case annual exposure at $1.3…
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Two Recipients Share $10,000 in Savannah Scholarships
Nyanna Saunders received $6,000 and Charlotte Smart received $4,000 during Scholarship Sunday at a Savannah church on Oct. 25.
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Food safety scores
The latest inspection dates, scores and findings from local restaurants.
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Krystal scores 93 on Wayne County food-safety inspection
Krystal received a 93/A on its October 28, 2026 food-service inspection.
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Kentucky Fried Chicken scores 96 on Wayne County food-safety inspection
Kentucky Fried Chicken received a 96/A on its October 28, 2026 food-service inspection.
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Taco earns perfect 100 on Glynn County food-safety inspection
Taco received a 100/A on its October 28, 2026 food-service inspection.
Local weather
Conditions, forecasts and alerts for the places you live and work.
Politics & government
Decisions, elections and public policy affecting Southeast Georgia.
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Liberty County approves 120-day pause on data center development
Liberty County commissioners approved a 120-day moratorium on data center applications in unincorporated areas while officials review development regulations.
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Greene challenges Trump on campaign promises after email
Former Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene posted an apparent campaign email and answered it with accusations about Trump’s promises and policies.
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Ossoff, Collins split over tariffs, immigration and Iran in final scheduled debate
Georgia’s U.S. Senate candidates offered competing accounts of household costs, border security and the war in Iran during their second and final…
Upcoming events
Plan ahead with public events and community activities.
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Free Fitness Thursdays Continue at Howard Coffin Park
Adults and teens can take part in free weekly workouts offered by Brunswick Recreation and Parks.
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Free Trunk-or-Treat Planned Oct. 29 at NeSmith Chevrolet in Jesup
NeSmith Chevrolet Jesup will host a free community trunk-or-treat with food, candy and entertainment Oct. 29.
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Savannah menopause session set for Oct. 29
South University physician assistant students will lead a Savannah session on menopause, perimenopause, symptoms and aging.
Business spotlight
Paid business spotlights from the region.
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Platinum Partners offers real estate guidance across South Georgia
Planning to buy or sell a home? Platinum Partners, working with the Real Estate Resource Center of South Georgia, is ready to…
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News Now Georgia Reviews Web of Fears: A Lengthy Walk Through the Darkness
JESUP, Ga. — A long, suspenseful journey through the woods is the biggest draw at Web of Fears, where this year’s “Death…
Obituaries
Remembering members of our communities.
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Sapelo Island native and former NFL player Allen Bailey dies at 37
Sapelo Island native Allen Bailey, a former Chiefs and Falcons defensive lineman, has died at 37. He also supported local families through…
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Tina Wilkerson Fuentes — April 9, 1979–September 21, 2026
Tina Wilkerson Fuentes of Jesup died September 21, 2026. Born April 9, 1979, she was a Wayne County native and a member…
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