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🌱 What kept Statesboro’s police, fire, and EMS busiest this weekend?

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Hey there, Statesboro! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What kept Statesboro’s police, fire, and EMS busiest this weekend?
  • How two separate Dec. 10 crashes turned deadly in Bulloch County
  • Why Tormenta FC believes this new keeper can anchor 2026 success

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 59 and low of 28 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 63, low: 47.
  • Thursday: A shower; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 68 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Police Report - 12/16/25 (statesboroherald.com) — Statesboro-area readers get a detailed look at recent arrests involving local residents and agencies, along with call volumes for Statesboro police, fire, EMS, and surrounding departments. The report highlights DUI, drug, probation, and warrant cases tied to Statesboro, plus a breakdown of weekend 911 activity across Bulloch and neighboring counties.
   

2. December 10 was doubly tragic day on Bulloch County roadways Crash at Georgia 46 claimed Florida doctor's life after local woman died in morning accident (statesboroherald.com) — Two separate crashes on Dec. 10 left one woman dead in Statesboro and another driver dead on Georgia Highway 46 in southeastern Bulloch County. Georgia State Patrol’s Statesboro post investigated both incidents, including a morning collision where a commercial truck struck a woman riding an adult tricycle in a Parrish Street crosswalk. Authorities say both crashes remain under detailed investigation.
   

3. South Georgia Tormenta FC signs goalkeeper Sean Lewis (uslleagueone.com) — Statesboro-based South Georgia Tormenta FC is bolstering its 2026 roster by signing standout goalkeeper Sean Lewis, pending league approval. The two-time reigning USL League One Goalkeeper of the Year brings championship experience from One Knoxville SC and a strong record of shutouts and saves. Coaches say his leadership and style fit the club’s evolving identity.
   

4. Statesboro Food Bank named recipient of Food Lion Nourishing Our Neighbors grant (griceconnect.com) — Statesboro residents can look forward to added support at the local food bank, which has been awarded a Food Lion Feeds “Nourishing Our Neighbors” grant. The funding helps the Statesboro Food Bank provide fresh, nutritious food and hands-on nutrition education like meal planning and budgeting, all aimed at reducing hunger and improving long-term health for local families.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Can anyone recommend the safest trail or area to go walking as a single woman in Statesboro?
    Restrooms are a bonus. Also want to know about the Gentilly trailhead safety. Thanks! (Nextdoor S’boro)
  • large black and white and small bulldog looking dog running around on Northside Dr E near TitleBucks and Floors outlet.
    They wouldn’t come to me but I seemed to scare them to walk down Thomas street by Tire King and off the main road. (Nextdoor Copper Beech)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Late Night Team Member in Statesboro. Apply here.
  • TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS EVENTS & VISITATI in Statesboro. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Statesboro here.

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