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Botanic Garden Ready to Explore and Expand

The Botanic Garden in Statesboro is a gem worth visiting. It is fascinating that the 11-acre parcel of land adjacent to Georgia Southern University’s main campus was once a thriving small family farm. Catherine and Daniel Bland met in 1916 at the First District Agricultural and Mechanical School, now known at GSU.  Nearly 100 years ago, they forged a partnership that would transform the land...

Averitt Center Gets an A+

  Do you realize how lucky Statesboro is to have a thriving arts community? The Averitt Center for the Arts is integral to the development of art, theatre, and culture in the region. The mission of the Statesboro Arts Council, operating under the name David H. Averitt Center for the Arts, is to provide quality arts opportunities for our community and to serve as a centerpiece for a...

It’s Fall in Bulloch County Y’all

As the weather begins to change with cooler temperatures, easy breezes in the air and falling leaves, we begin to think about pumpkins, corn mazes, hayrides, costumes and apple cider. The good news is there are fantastic fall activities happening throughout October and November for locals and visitors alike to attend. Let’s take a look:   October 9 & 10th – Ol’ Scarecrow Statesboro...

Statesboro Venues Have Southern Hospitality

It is always great to have visitors who come to Statesboro to attend a special event. As a great host city, Statesboro offers many different and unique venues to make you and your guests feel our southern hospitality. In order to know what the ‘Boro has to offer, read more about some great locations you can book or visit. The largest venues can accommodate guests up to 500 people....

Antiquing in the ‘Boro

For antique junkies, Stateboro and surrounding areas can be a goldmine. Whether you like perusing aisles of consignment booths, want to find antiques or repurposed furniture, there is something for you in Bulloch County. Starting at 67 Antique Mall right off I-16’s exit 127 at 6700 GA Highway 67, you will find 12,000 square feet of indoor space as well as an outdoor market. Check out every...

It’s Football Season! Welcome to the ‘Boro, Home of the Pigskin!

Statesboro enjoys a thrust of visitors throughout football season, both high school and college. With seasons underway, the community will experience Friday night-lights at local high schools and Saturdays in Paulson Stadium, welcoming fans and the “competition” to area restaurants, hotels and activities. Schedules will keep weekends busy throughout September, October and November with...

Statesboro Awarded PDL Soccer Franchise

South Georgia to Join the Ranks of American Soccer (August 6, 2015) Statesboro is now officially a “minor-league” city, as the Premier Development League (PDL) has announced it will expand to Georgia for the 2016 season. The PDL is operated by the USL, the strongest U.S. men’s professional soccer league below Major League Soccer (MLS). “The addition of Statesboro is another important step for...

Statesboro Embraces Craft Beer

Statesboro has embraced the craft beer scene by being home to Eagle Creek Brewing Company and Southern Growlers, as well as offering craft beers throughout restaurants and nightlife locations. Being “home grown” in Statesboro, Eagle Creek Brewing is Statesboro’s only craft beer production facility. It is located at 106 Savannah Avenue and hosts tours and tastings on Friday and Saturday nights...

Eagles Soar at GSU’s Center for Wildlife Education

A live eagle at Georgia Southern University? Makes perfect sense as the long time mascot of the university. However, until 25 years ago, the idea never occurred to anyone. “I cannot believe the announcer just called that Turkey Vulture a bald eagle. That’s not acceptable,” said Harry Mathews. That day at a GSU football game in 1990, an idea was born that would evolve into today’s Center for...

Fans Recommend Splash in the Boro’

Listed as the #1 thing to do in Statesboro according to Trip Advisor, this clean, affordable and fun water park has a day of adventure waiting for you! Who better to listen to than travelers who have visited the park? Annej from Savannah says, “Just an overall fun place to swim and all sorts of water things to play with like beach balls, etc. The water slide as well as the huge floating things...