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Mark Garno: Dancing to a true blue beatIf you live in Statesboro long enough, you are likely to get drawn into the True Blue spirit that dwells at Georgia Southern. This interest in our town’s fountain of knowledge could lead you down a path toward a degree, or you may simply find yourself enjoying a performance at the PAC. But no matter what charms you, most of us can agree that the true spirit of blue shines brightest at any GSU sporting event.February 3, 2020 -
SHS drama teacher inspires ‘brightest and goofiest’During the school year, most of the classrooms at Statesboro High School are buzzing with strict lectures on topics like algebraic equations and scientific reasoning. Once you reach the cafeteria, however, the tension begins to lift. Just past the hum of student chatter come the compelling — and often questionable — sounds of the fine arts wing.February 3, 2020 -
Local poets, speakers to be featured at Whitaker BBTIt’s the people who beat to a different drum that drive the rhythm of our universe. Like the wordsmiths who speak a language that not everyone understands. Plato said that poets utter great and wise things which they do not themselves understand.December 9, 2019 -
In between dreams: Man makes beds for kids in needIn Matthew 11:28, Jesus says, “Come to me…I will give you rest.” The Bible is filled with scripture that exhorts the significance of spiritual rest. As someone who has a relationship with Christ, I can attest to the truth that at the end of a long day, nothing quiets my anxious mind like talking to my Creator. My spiritual rest is tied directly to my physical rest, as well.December 9, 2019 -
'Bullies' win hearts at first Boro dog showWant to know what it feels like to be bitten by the bully bug? Just ask anyone that attended Superior Bullys' inaugural Bullys in the Boro Dog Show this past weekend in Statesboro.November 7, 2019 -
Elijah Beniman: From bully to protectorOctober is National Bullying Prevention Month. It’s a vital time, considering about 1 in 5 students are impacted by some form of bullying in the United States. The effects that bullying have on victims can be seen in poor test scores, lower self-esteem, and a sense of isolation from their peers.October 1, 2019 -
Humans beware: Monsters to gather on the square Oct. 27All zombies, ghosts and witches beware Of the creatures now headed for Scare on the Square. Everyone is welcome who wishes to see The grim, creepy crawlers that will flood the streets.October 1, 2019 -
30th annual Peanut Festival in Brooklet Sept. 21In the low country, we love to eat. There is an unspoken rule that the way to a southern person’s heart is through his or her stomach. Down south, food is in our roots.August 16, 2019 -
GSU student 1 of 4 in nation to win awardPicture a stage that is consumed by darkness. Silence is suddenly replaced by the echoes of a woman taking a deep breath, almost as if she is coming to life. That woman’s name is Emilie du Chatelet, and her questions about science, love and philosophy are shining an incandescent light in the world of theater – even centuries after her death.August 16, 2019 -
Tap into your crafty side with Board & Brush Creative StudioAre you looking for some Saturday night fun, but you’re tired of the same old “dinner and movie” ritual? Maybe all you need is a new creative outlet to brighten those weekend blues.June 28, 2019