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Dutch Bros Coffee, a leading drive-thru coffee company founded in Oregon in 1992, has announced plans to open its first Statesboro location at 23974 U.S. Highway 80 in early 2026. The popular chain is known for its upbeat atmosphere, energetic “broistas,” and a wide range of handcrafted drinks including specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, and its signature Dutch Bros Rebel® energy drinks.

Coffee lovers in Statesboro will soon have a new spot to grab their favorite drink on the go. Dutch Bros Coffee, a popular West Coast–based drive-thru chain known for its upbeat atmosphere and handcrafted beverages, has announced plans to open its first Statesboro location in early 2026.

The new shop will be located at 23974 U.S. Highway 80, between AutoZone and Newk’s Eatery — a fast-developing stretch of Statesboro that continues to attract new restaurants and retail.

Founded in 1992 by two brothers in Grants Pass, Oregon, Dutch Bros Coffee has grown from a small espresso pushcart into one of the nation’s fastest-growing coffee brands, now with more than 1,000 locations across 24 states.

Customers can expect the chain’s signature mix of high-energy service and personalized drinks, served up by friendly “broistas.” The menu features everything from specialty coffees, teas, and smoothies to the brand’s exclusive Dutch Bros Rebel® energy drink and nitrogen-infused cold brew coffee — all made fresh to order.

Whether grabbing a quick drink before work, stopping in on the way home, or catching up with friends, the new Dutch Bros location will add another option for Statesboro’s growing community of coffee fans.

Beyond coffee, the company is known for its commitment to community impact through the Dutch Bros Foundation®, which supports local causes and national fundraising initiatives. Each shop aims to “make a massive difference one cup at a time,” focusing on kindness, positivity, and service.

For updates and opening details, visit www.dutchbros.com or follow Dutch Bros Coffee on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Customers can also download the Dutch Bros app to order ahead, earn points, and redeem rewards.

Kickoff, TV, and Key Context

The rivalry renews Saturday, Oct. 18 at 7:00 p.m. ET in Statesboro, carried on ESPN+ for viewers in the U.S. That translates to midnight Sunday in the U.K. and a broad mix for Canada depending on province (7 p.m. ET, 6 p.m. CT, 5 p.m. MT, 4 p.m. PT). Georgia Southern enters at 2–4, Georgia State at 1–5, and the margins are thin enough that one explosive quarter could swing bowl arithmetic in late October.

Odds makers nudged the Eagles as ~6.5-point favorites, with a total around 58–60, reflecting two defenses that have yielded explosive stretches and two offenses that prefer tempo and chunk plays when the game opens up. Pre-kickoff analytics shaded toward Georgia Southern by roughly 70/30, a nod to home field and situational edges.

Recent History: Eagles With the Upper Hand

While this series has produced momentum swings, Georgia Southern has claimed the last two meetings, including a 38–21 thump in 2024 and a 44–27 win at Paulson before that. Beyond the scorelines, those games shared a pattern: Southern’s ability to tilt field position, stack possessions, and punish short fields with quick strikes. For Georgia State, flipping that script means living on early-down efficiency and staying out of obvious passing downs where drives stall.

Where This Game Turns: Third Downs, Flags, and Field Position

Discipline matters. Georgia State has spent too much of the season behind schedule, dragged by penalties and long-yardage asks; Georgia Southern is not immune, but the Eagles have been steadier at avoiding drive-killers at home. If the Panthers tidy the laundry and play on schedule, their offense looks different—especially in the red zone, where they must convert trips into sevens rather than settle.

Money downs. The Eagles’ offense has hovered around the national middle on third-down conversion, but that’s a step up on a Panthers defense that has leaked conversions in key spots. If Southern pushes above 45% on third down, it keeps the Panthers’ defense on the field and the Paulson crowd loud.

Hidden yards. Both teams generate kick opportunities, and in a line-within-a-touchdown game, punt distance, net coverage, and a single long return could swing win probability by double digits. Watch the plus-40 area: Southern’s special teams have been comfortable pinning and playing defense with a lead.

Matchup Chess: Where Each Side Can Win

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Players and Trends to Watch

What a Result Would Mean

Prediction: Margins, Not a Mauling

Rivalry volatility is real, but the home field, situational efficiency, and recent H2H trend tilt narrowly to Statesboro. Expect a one-score game into the fourth quarter, with special teams and third-down execution as the separators.

Projected range: Georgia Southern by 3–7, total nudging the high-50s.

More than 60 animals were confiscated Tuesday morning from a home in the Country Walk subdivision following a week-long investigation of possible animal cruelty.

Capt. Todd Hutchens with the Bulloch County Sheriff's Department said deputies executed a search warrant and found the animals, primarily dogs, and the occupants living in “deplorable conditions. The floors covered in feces and urine.”

The couple who live in the house – Debra Jo Green and Kenneth Mark Berrin – were arrested and charged with felony cruelty to animals, Hutchens said.

“The number of charges that Ms. Green and Mr. Berrin will face will be determined after consultation with the District Attorney’s Office,” Hutchens said.

Hutchens said neighbors told deputies Green, 70, and Berrin, 71, were not from Bulloch County and had lived in the house on Sunnyview Court for “two to three years. We do know that they have had some previous involvement regarding animal situations in other states. So, we're in the process of trying to get that information, also.”

Firefighters with the Bulloch County Fire Department and Humane Enforcement officers wore Tyvek Hazmat suits to enter the house and retrieve the animals. A make-shift triage area under two tents was set up in the front yard and the animals were immediately looked at by a veterinarian with the Atlanta Humane Society and local vets Drs. Gary and Debbie Edwards.

Hutchens said “a half-dozen” of the dogs were transported to veterinary hospitals for immediate treatment. He said one dog was found deceased inside the home, its cause of death unknown.

The Sheriff’s Office began investigating the possible animal cruelty situation at the Sunnyview Court home about a week ago after being contacted by the Bulloch County Humane Society, Hutchens said.

“(Bulloch County Animal Services) had been looking into this for a few weeks, due to complaints about a large amount of animals being in the house and some terrible stench and odor,” he said. “As a result of that, the Sheriff's Office was able to develop enough information to write a search warrant, which was executed Tuesday morning.”

Prior to serving the warrant, Hutchens said lead investigator William Sims reached out to the Atlanta Humane Society to request assistance with taking some of the animals because the Bulloch County Animal Shelter does not have the capacity to handle such a large number all at once.

In October 2023, the Atlanta Humane Society helped in a similar incident where 161 dogs and 32 cats were found at a home in southern Bulloch County.

“About a week ago, a Bulloch investigator reached out to one of our investigators in our animal protection unit and told us about a potential case at this address,” said Haley Brown, state director for the Atlanta Humane Society.

“We don't want to make it where it's a burden on a community to have to take in these large amounts of animals,” she said. “We brought a team of seven staff members. One of whom is a veterinarian, who performs assessments on site to make sure that we're able to identify health issues early on and get these animals out for the appropriate care and treatment.”

Brown said her agency receives a “couple hundred” requests every year for assistance, especially when a situation with a large number of animals occurs.

Brown said Tuesday that her group has taken “36 or so back to Atlanta so they'll get some treatment there and then be adopted out through our Humane Society.”

Brown said the large majority of dogs were small dogs under 20 pounds and none over 30 pounds. Hutchens and Brown thought six cats also were found in the house, but were unsure of the number.

“It's horrific. It's animals suffering,” Brown said. “These are normally preventable things that if people had appropriate education, they wouldn't allow the animals to get in these conditions.”

In a release Tuesday afternoon, Sheriff Noel Brown said: “I would like to express appreciation to the agencies and individuals that have assisted with this case in providing examinations, medical care and continued housing and sustenance for these animals.”

In addition to the Atlanta Humane Society, Bulloch County Fire Department, Bulloch County Humane Enforcement Division, Sheriff Brown said he thanks the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia and Gateway Animal Hospital for their assistance.

Brown offered “a special thanks to Dr. Gary Edwards and Dr. Debbie Edwards for their professional assistance in volunteering their time and expertise in the examination and evaluation of several of the confiscated animals.”

Green and Berrin are being held in the Bulloch County Jail with further court proceedings to follow, Hutchens said. Hutchens asked anyone with more information on the case to contact Inv. Sims at (912) 764-1767.

Statesboro Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) is entering a new chapter with the grand opening of its new facility, offering expanded services and improved accessibility for patients. This move marks a significant milestone for the practice, including its partnership with Augusta ENT, which has been in the works for some time.

A trusted name in ENT/sinus care for over two decades, Statesboro ENT & Sinus Center is entering a new chapter—one marked by expansion, partnership, and a move to a more accessible location just minutes from East Georgia Regional Medical Center.

After a grueling moving process between July 9 and 11, 2025, Statesboro Ear, Nose, Throat & Allergy officially opened the doors to their new facility located at 1301 Statesboro Place Circle, Statesboro, GA 30458. The location was formerly an urgent care clinic in the renovated Millhouse restaurant building.

Founded in 2002 by Dr. Lincoln Lippincott, the practice originally operated next to East Georgia Regional Medical Center before moving to 120 S. Zetterower Ave in 2015. This site served the community and staff well for nearly a decade, but the team recently turned the page to a new chapter—relocating and officially joining forces with Augusta ENT & Allergy.

The move provides more space and improved accessibility for patients, and marks the practice’s official partnership with Augusta ENT, solidified in 2023. Their joining allows both offices to streamline patient care and share expertise, as well as offer a broader range of services available at the Statesboro office.

The new facility is much larger, allowing more room for both patients and staff, providing a smoother and more comfortable experience the moment a patient steps through the door. In addition to regular ENT services, the office also offers allergy testing, sinus CT scans, hearing tests, hearing aids, and some in-office surgeries. The more invasive surgeries will continue to be performed at East Georgia Regional Medical Center by Dr. Lippincott.

With that in mind, however, Tammie Sanford, office manager at Statesboro ENT & Allergy, hopes the ability to perform more complex surgeries on-site will become a reality in the future.

The current team includes three providers: Dr. Lippincott and two physician assistants, all committed to delivering the highest quality ENT care to their patients. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Lippincott continues to lead the practice with the same care, compassion, and dedication he showed when he first founded the practice.

Focusing on patient care and comfort, Statesboro ENT & Allergy has taken extra steps to make sure both new and returning patients feel welcome and at ease from the moment they walk in. The facility offers soft, comfortable seating in the waiting area, a warm and friendly staff to greet patients, and an inviting, welcoming atmosphere throughout.

The office is open Monday through Thursday 8am to 5pm and 8am to 12pm on Friday, making it convenient for patients to schedule visits around their daily routines.

With their new facility and a growing relationship with Augusta ENT & Allergy, Statesboro ENT & Allergy is well-positioned to serve the community for years to come. The team is already looking for more ways to serve their patients, further expand their services, and invest in both technology and patient experience.

Whether through intentional design, dedicated providers, or expanded services, their mission remains unchanged: to deliver expert ENT care in an environment where every patient feels cared for and valued.

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Statesboro Ear | Nose | Throat | Allergy 1301 Statesboro Place Circle Statesboro, GA 30458 (912) 681-7368

Open Friday | 8am-12pm Closed 12pm-1pm daily.