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GS grad student to run for state house seat
Madeline Ryan Smith to run as Democrat for Ga. House District 158
Madeline Ryan Smith
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EDDIE LEDBETTER/staff
Statesboro Herald
Published: Jan 29, 2022, 1:02 AM
Madeline Ryan Smith, who has chosen to run as a Democrat for the upcoming Georgia House District 158 election, says the three main planks for her platform are education, healthcare and access for people for people with disabilities.
Firecracker Fest 2025 celebrates Independence Day with fun, frogs and fireworks
Bodi Dammarell, center, brother Peyton, left, Hannah Fletcher, right, and Alizia Vittitow don hats appropriate for the occasion during the 2025 Firecracker Fest at Mill Creek Regional Park on Thursday, July 3.
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SCOTT BRYANT/staff
sbryant@statesboroherald.com
Updated: Jul 4, 2025, 8:12 PM
Published: Jul 4, 2025, 8:13 PM
The Bulloch County Recreation and Parks Department and Cardinal LG presented the 2025 Firecracker Fest at Mill Creek Regional Park in Statesboro on Thursday.
Firecracker Fest has been a Statesboro, family-friendly tradition for many years. The free event included several inflatables, live music, community exhibitions, as well as, the traditional Frog Jumping Contest.
Briggs and Stratton sponsored the fireworks show that concluded the annual celebration.
Grayson Lloyd, 3, of Reidsville gives his bullfrog a smooch after competing in the annual frog jumping contest during the 2025 Firecracker Fest.
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Jonathan Curry, 15, gives the greased pole his best effort during the 2025 Firecracker Fest.
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Carlee Robinson, 3, center, holds hands with cousin Elijah Robinson, 3, and uncle Jadarrien Robinson as they make their way to the inflatables during the 2025 Firecracker Fest.
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Chris Mitchell of the Chris Mitchell Trio tosses free hats to fans during the 2025 Firecracker Fest.
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Beth McCall of Odum flashes a grin after acquiring some cold treats during the 2025 Firecracker Fest.
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Nichole Babeu and son Mako, 9, dance to the sounds of "Sweet Caroline" while standing in line for food during the 2025 Firecracker Fest.
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