Local Statesboro pharmacy closes its doors after 60 years in business
Local Statesboro pharmacy closes its doors after 60 years in business By Dal Cannady | April 28, 2021 at 6:15 PM EDT - Updated April 28 at 7:31 PM
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - A Statesboro pharmacy closed its doors on Wednesday for the last time, after 60 years in business.
Plenty of customers stopped by Medical Center Pharmacy after hearing that the drug store would be closing on Wednesday. Some picked up one last prescription. Some paid their last respects. Many felt they’re losing more than just a drug store.
“I found out at coffee this morning. I had no idea. It was a shock, total shock. It’s the reason I came by here today,” said customer Bill Golden.
Statesboro community recognizes anniversary with memorial for those lost to COVID-19
Statesboro community recognizes anniversary with memorial for those lost to COVID-19 By WTOC Staff | April 11, 2021 at 10:25 PM EDT - Updated April 11 at 11:46 PM
STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - Members of the Statesboro community came together Sunday afternoon to remember loved ones and neighbors lost to COVID-19.
They gathered on the courthouse square to mourn, noting the grief of families and friends, as well as the feelings of isolation that stem from postponed or socially distant funerals. They prayed for comfort to those who have lost loved ones and for an end to the pandemic.