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VALDOSTA - Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is pleased to announce the hiring of Will Bostelman as its new Executive Director of Fundraising. Image: (W_Bostelman – Wiregrass Foundation.jpg) Will Bostelman, Executive Director of Fundraising at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College,…
TALLAHASSEE - First Commerce Credit Union, in partnership with the SGMC Health Foundation, raised $20,876 through the 2025 #FlamingoChallenge. Tallahassee, Fla., Jan. 20, 2026 — First Commerce Credit Union, in partnership with the SGMC Health Foundation,…
VALDOSTA - Officials are investigating a death at Valdosta State Prison. Robert Hughes was being held at the prison when he died Friday. "The incident is currently under investigation, therefore we cannot discuss details surrounding the…
VALDOSTA - Seventh grade students from Newbern Middle School traveled to the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta recently. Students participated in an exciting program called "Mythbusters: Shark and Stingray Edition." The NMS students were excited to tour…
VALDOSTA - The American Red Cross is seeking nominations for the 4th Annual Hometown Heroes event. On March 2, 2017, American Red Cross of South Georgia will host the 4th Annual Hometown Heroes Event in…
VALDOSTA - The Chamber Ambassadors recognized Azalea City Limousine Service, Inc. as Leading Business of the Week this week. Azalea City Limousine Service has provided upscale transportation for more than 20 years. Although located in…
VALDOSTA - Cooking is often a fun activity that brings family and friends together, particularly around the holidays. Valdosta Fire Chief Freddie Broome said it is also the number one cause of home fires and…
Scammers, impersonating Santa, are trying to steal more than your Christmas spirit this holiday season. These fake Santas want you to pay them to send a letter to your child. The websites ask people to…
VALDOSTA - Valdosta police are urging increased parental involvement after three juveniles and an 18-year-old were arrested early Monday for allegedly breaking into an automotive sales business. At approximately 2 a.m., the uniformed patrol officers…
When state lawmakers return to the capitol in January they will deal with items awaiting action, including, education reform and the review of the state’s education funding formula. Local legislator Amy Carter headed a group…