South Georgia and North Florida community related articles and events.
VALDOSTA - The South Health District recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month while reminding women that early screening saves lives. Release: Each October, communities across the nation observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Georgia Department…
ATLANTA - The Centers for Disease Control reports the latest national data on syphilis in newborns and sexually transmitted infections. Release: New provisional CDC data show U.S. cases of newborn syphilis increased for the 12th consecutive year in 2024,…
VALDOSTA - South Health District recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month by emphasizing early detection as prevention. Release: October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is emphasizing…
ATLANTA - FEMA notifies Georgians that calls may come from an unfamiliar phone number to assist in the application process. Release: After Georgians apply for disaster assistance for Tropical Storm Debby, with an incident period…
LOWNDES CO - The State of Georgia and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Lowndes County. Release: The State of Georgia and FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency have opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in…
VALDOSTA - The City of Valdosta announces that debris removal services guidelines for residents to follow for an efficient and safe removal. Release: The City of Valdosta has announced that debris removal services, provided by…
VALDOSTA - The Valdosta-Lowndes Park and Recreation Authority temporarily cancels all practices, games, and activities due to hurricane damage. Release: Update: VLPRA facilities and parks have extensive damage from Hurricane Helene. Because of hurricane effects,…
VALDOSTA - The City of Valdosta's Public Works Department a resumed resident garbage collection after Hurricane Helene. Release: The City of Valdosta's Public Works Department has resumed residential garbage collection as of Thursday, October 3.…
ATLANTA - The Department of Revenue extends certain tax return and payment deadlines to victims following the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Release: The Department of Revenue announced that certain return and payment deadlines for taxpayers…
LOWNDES CO - The Lowndes County Emergency Management are urging the public to be aware of a scam volunteer group requesting money to remove debris. Release: AlertLowndes URGENT!: This is an important announcement from Lowndes…