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- 1"Sometimes the Rain, Sometimes the Sea" opens at Georgia Southern TheatreβΌβSometimes the Rain, Sometimes the Seaβ blows into Georgia Southern Theatre
Georgia Southern University's theatre programme is staging "Sometimes the Rain, Sometimes the Sea," with local coverage in Statesboro, Georgia announcing the production's arrival on campus. The piece, noted for its lyrical title, is being presented by the university's theatre department as part of its seasonal line-up, drawing attention from regional outlets covering the performing arts in southeast Georgia.
- 2Georgia Southern report finds minimal growth in Savannah metro economyβΌGeorgia Southern Q2 2026 Economic Monitor: Minimal growth in Savannah metro area
Georgia Southern University's Q2 2026 Economic Monitor reports only minimal economic growth in the Savannah metro area. The quarterly report tracks local indicators such as employment and output, and the latest figures suggest the region's economy is nearly flat. Local outlets, including Grice Connect, have covered the findings as residents and businesses assess what slow growth means for the area.
- 3Georgia Southern faces Coastal Carolina in college football matchupβga southern vs coastal carolina
Georgia Southern visits Coastal Carolina in a college football game drawing betting and fan attention. Sportsbooks including FanDuel have posted odds for the matchup, and interest is building around how the two Sun Belt programs will match up. Fans are discussing the spread and expected outcome ahead of kickoff.
- 4Georgia Southern expands fall continuing education programsβΌGeorgia Southern Continuing and Professional Education offering a variety of programs and learning opportunities this fall
Georgia Southern University's Continuing and Professional Education department is rolling out a range of programs and learning opportunities for the fall season. The announcement highlights courses aimed at professional development and community learning in the Statesboro area. Details on specific offerings were not provided in the initial notice.
- 5Georgia Southern Men's Tennis Shows Progress in MaconβΌMen's Tennis Makes Strides In Macon This Weekend
Georgia Southern University's men's tennis team competed in Macon this weekend, with the athletics department reporting that the squad made strides in its development. The event gave players valuable match experience as the season progresses. Fans of the program are following the team's buildup and early-season form.
- 6Georgia Southern Women's Tennis Shines At Mercer Gridiron ClassicβΌWomen's Tennis Excels At Mercer Gridiron Classic
Georgia Southern University's women's tennis team delivered a strong performance at the Mercer Gridiron Classic, the tournament hosted by Mercer University. The athletics programme reports the squad competed well across the event, continuing its fall season campaign. Fans of the Eagles will be watching how this form carries into the rest of the autumn schedule.
- 7Great Egret Photographed in Tree Near Albany, GeorgiaβWhite Sentinel in the Trees I captured this image of a great egret perched in a tree beside a pond near Albany, Georgia.
A photographer has shared an image of a great egret perched in a tree beside a pond near Albany, Georgia. The striking white bird prompted warm responses, with readers recalling similar scenes of egrets and herons gathering in trees near ponds in Louisiana and elsewhere across the southern United States.
- 8Gregg Allman film and music return to SavannahβΌGregg Allman film, music & memories return to Savannah
A film honoring the late rock legend Gregg Allman is returning to Savannah, accompanied by his music and shared memories of his time in the city. Coverage from local outlet WSAV highlights the event's blend of cinema, music and remembrance for the Southern rock icon, who had deep ties to Georgia.
- 9Decatur Book Festival 2026 to honor Lillian Smith Book AwardsβΌDecatur Book Festival 2026 - Lillian Smith Bo... | 10/03/2026 11:15 AM
The Decatur Book Festival is set to return in 2026 with the Lillian Smith Book Awards featured among its programs, according to Creative Loafing. The awards, named for the Southern author and civil rights advocate, recognize writing on social justice. The listing has drawn attention locally as readers look ahead to next year's festival lineup in Decatur, Georgia.
- 10Flash Flood Warnings Issued for Northern Florida and Southern GeorgiaβFlash Flood Warnings Hit Northern Florida and Southern Georgia
Flash flood warnings are in effect across parts of northern Florida and southern Georgia as heavy rainfall raises concerns about dangerous conditions on roads and in low-lying areas. Residents are being urged to avoid flooded roadways and monitor local alerts as storms continue moving through the region, with officials cautioning that conditions could worsen through the day.
- 11Two Killed, Dozens Injured at Georgia Block Party Shootingβ2 killed, dozens injured at neighborhood block party shooting in southern Georgia Jamaica Gleaner https:// jamaica-glean
A shooting at a neighborhood block party in southern Georgia has left two people dead and dozens injured, according to the Jamaica Gleaner. Details about the victims, suspects, or a possible motive were not immediately available. The incident adds to ongoing concerns about gun violence at public gatherings in the United States.
- 12Georgia Southern climbs in latest US News college rankingsβGeorgia Southern rises in engineering, national rankings for U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2027
Georgia Southern University has improved its standing in the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2027 rankings, with gains specifically noted in its engineering programs and national university placement. The university announced the rise through its own channels, positioning the improvement as evidence of growing academic strength and institutional momentum heading into the next admissions cycle.
- 13Two killed, 25 hospitalized in Georgia block party shootingβ2 killed, 25 taken to the hospital after shooting at southern Georgia homecoming block party https:// fed.brid.gy/r/http
A shooting at a homecoming block party in Vienna, Georgia, left two people dead and 25 others taken to hospital, authorities say. The attack struck a community celebration in the small southern Georgia town, and police are investigating who opened fire and why. The large number of casualties has drawn national attention to gun violence at public gatherings.
- 14Georgia Southern Returns to Fighting Irish Classic Golf EventβPREVIEW: Georgia Southern Returns to Fighting Irish Classic
Georgia Southern University's golf team is set to return to the Fighting Irish Classic, hosted by Notre Dame. The preview outlines the Eagles' participation in the tournament as part of their fall schedule, with details on the field and course conditions typically covered ahead of the first round.
- 15Savannah chosen as starting point for 2028 Olympic torch relayβΌWhere will the Olympic torch start for 2028? This southern city picked
Savannah, Georgia has been selected as the starting city for the torch relay leading up to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Local and national outlets, including USA Today and Georgia papers, are reporting the announcement, which gives the southern port city a high-profile role in the run-up to the Games.
- 16Five Horror Novels Set in Georgia by Georgia Writersβ5 Horror Novels Set in Georgia and Written by Georgia Authors (Plus One Honorable Mention)
Crime Reads has published a list of five horror novels set in Georgia and written by Georgia authors, with one honorable mention added. The roundup highlights Southern settings and homegrown voices in horror fiction, pointing readers toward books that draw on the state's landscapes and atmosphere. It is part of the site's ongoing coverage of genre fiction recommendations.