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,…
Photo: A contractor grades the shoulder of the new I-75 northbound on ramp in preparation for opening newly-constructed ramps June 25. LOWNDES CO. - The new Interstate 75 ramps at the exit 11 interchange in…
ATLANTA - Georgia ranks in the top 10 states among the US with the highest percentage of residents trying to quit smoking, according to a new study. Release: A new study has revealed the US…
VALDOSTA - Unique Jumpstart Ministries invites the public to the upcoming I Feel Beautiful Conference and The Formal Affair events in June. Release: Unique Jumpstart Ministries invites the public to the I Feel Beautiful Conference…
LOWNDES CO. - The Lowndes County Board of Education voted at the recent meeting to amend the 2024-2025 Calendar. Release: At the recent meeting, the Lowndes County Board of Education voted to amend the 2024-2025…
LOWNDES CO. - Lowndes County Emergency Management and South Health District provides residents tips to beat the heat. Release: Although summer officially begins on June 20, 2024, Lowndes County has been experiencing summerlike temperatures for…
Photo: Boating and family fun at the previous Juneteenth in 2021. HAHIRA - WWALS will host the South Georgia Juneteenth at Reed Bingham with stunt adults for children and boats for new paddlers. Release: WWAL…
LOWNDES CO. - The Department of Public Health warns Lowndes County residents of a mosquito pool that has tested positive for EEE. Release: A mosquito pool in Lowndes County has tested positive for Eastern Equine…
VALDOSTA - The BRD Valdosta will raise funds for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer on Tuesday and Wednesday. Release: The BRD Valdosta staff will run a lemonade stand for charity on Tuesday and…