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VALDOSTA - The Valdosta branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) recently hosted its 28th Annual Sister-to-Sister Summit. Release: VALDOSTA — The Valdosta branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) recently hosted…
PHOTO: Westside Elementary School's Crimson Team earned first place in the fifth-grade math competition. The team consists of Gavin Tidwell, Kinlee Dean, Raees Agboola, Jefferson Bailey, and their coaches, Donna Harris and Chuck Martin. VALDOSTA…
PHOTO: (L–R): LEAD Chair Bubba Highsmith; Rotary District 6920 Gov. Terry Adkins Jr.; Valdosta Police Chief Leslie Manahan; Officer Caleb DeWitt; Lt. Matthew Baker; Lowndes County Sheriff Ashley Paulk; Trooper First Class Lee Fulghum; Sgt.…
LOWNDES CO. - The Lowndes County Board of Elections are seeking poll workers for the May 19th election. Release: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTLOWNDES COUNTY ELECTIONS WE NEED POLL WORKERS FOR THE 19 MAY 2026 GENERAL PRIMARY…
VALDOSTA - Valdosta uses CDBG funds to rebuild Chester Street home, improving quality of life and revitalizing neighborhood. Release: The City of Valdosta is proud to announce the successful completion and dedication of a newly…
VALDOSTA - Valdosta senior planner Amy Martin named 2026 “250 Champion” for excellence in local government service. Release: The City of Valdosta is proud to announce that Amy Martin, Senior Planner, has been selected as…
VALDOSTA - SGBC academy moves beyond workshops, creating execution specialists with compliance, capital, and digital accounting tools. Release: VALDOSTA, GA — The Southern Georgia Black Chambers (SGBC), in partnership with the City of Valdosta, Georgia…
VALDOSTA - The City of Valdosta announces VHS senior Braeden Lampkin as the city's first Mayor for a Day. Release: The City of Valdosta is proud to announce that Valdosta High School senior Braeden Lampkin…
THOMASVILLE - At the request of the TPD, the GBI is investigating a March 14 shooting at the Villa North Apartments. Release: Thomasville, GA (March 16, 2026) - At the request of the Thomasville Police Department,…
VALDOSTA - The City of Valdosta recognizes Branan “BJ” Johns of the Public Works Department as the March Employee of the Month. Release: The City of Valdosta is proud to recognize Branan “BJ” Johns of…