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The 2nd Annual Ogeechee International History Film Festival Reaches New Heights

Is there anything better than a day at the movies? How about 3 days? On February 22-24, Statesboro celebrated the tradition of movie-going with the 2nd Annual Ogeechee International History Film Festival. The festival showed 29 films from countries around the world including Russia, Israel, Denmark, and Italy. Filmmakers traveled here from all over the country to attend the festival. Film...

The Rodeo Rides into Statesboro

Time to dust off your boots and shine your spurs, rodeo season is coming to the Boro! Kiwanis International and their sponsors are proud to present the Annual Statesboro Kiwanis Rodeo April 20th and 21st at the Kiwanis Fair Grounds. Cowboying is a longstanding American tradition, with a deep-rooted history spanning from sea to shining sea. The hard work of cowboys from over a century ago...

The 28th Annual Brooklet Peanut Festival

By: Peyton Fuller, Guest Blogger for Visit Statesboro The Brooklet Peanut Festival occurs every year on the third Saturday in August, falling on the 19th this year.  The Brooklet Community Development Association organizes the annual festival which takes place in downtown Brooklet on Parker Avenue.  This is a day-long event with a wide variety of activities for the entire family. The festival...

Retail Now Available at Visit Statesboro

By: Peyton Fuller, Guest Blogger for Visit Statesboro The Statesboro Convention and Visitors Bureau (Visit Statesboro) is now offering a selection of specialty Statesboro-branded and Bulloch County based products.  This new service is in response to a great deal of people, both locals and tourists, coming in to ask about where to find Statesboro souvenirs.  Due to their frequent interaction...

Summer Bucket List For the Young Statesborian

There’s nothing quite like summer in the South; large, sweaty glasses of sweet tea, sunny snoozes by the pool or pitching the perfect cast are just a few ingredients to make one fine summer.   For the young adult hanging around in Statesboro this summer, you’ll want to check out this list in order to take full advantage of your time off. Take some time away from binge-watching your...

Outdoor Fishing Life is Good

Weather is warming and the outdoors call! For fresh water enthusiasts who prefer to spend their time around rivers and lakes enjoying fishing, hiking and birdwatching, Bulloch County has a lot to offer! As a home base, you can grab a fishing pole, kayak, canoe, boat, camping gear or your hiking shoes. There are places to enjoy in and around Statesboro to help you experience beautiful and...

Pick Up A Statesboro Magazine to Get an Insider’s View

If you want to know about the people, places, and things that make Statesboro a great area to visit and live in, pick up a Statesboro Magazine. It’s an enjoyable read to discover what makes Statesboro and the surrounding area one of America’s Best Communities. Outsiders and locals alike look forward to the bi-monthly publications filled with nuggets of information. This is where you will find...

Get Some Fresh Air and Just Walk, Bike or Run!

The benefits of getting outdoors are so far reaching that a simple walk, bike or run can energize you and make you feel more alive! The connection with nature and how it affects your health, outlook and overall quality of life cannot be underestimated to good living lifestyle. Statesboro has beautiful places to enjoy a walk during this beautiful springtime. Many walking trails have been...

Performing Arts Center Packs In Performances

New York has nothing on the ‘Boro! When it comes to upscale performances that appeal to all ages, you can find a fabulous selection of entertaining shows that are sure to delight right here in Statesboro. The Georgia Southern University’s Performing Arts Center, better known as the PAC, is located in the heart of campus on Plant Drive. It’s mission is “to present diverse, quality cultural...

Statesboro Regional Library – A Place for Everyone

  A resource that many take for granted is their local library. With technology increasing, some may wonder if a library is still a viable place for locals and visitors. The Statesboro Regional Library has a full range of programs and opportunities for everyone who wants to visit and participate…and it’s available to everyone. From Genealogy Workshops, Adult Coloring Classes, Craft Night...