LOWNDES CO. – Fire Rescue shares lithium-ion battery safety tips ahead of Fire Prevention Week, October 4–10. Release: Lowndes County Fire Rescue Urges Residents to Power Up Their Devices with Fire Safety in Mind The…
Georgia Declares Level 1 Drought; Water Conservation Urged
VALDOSTA — Georgia EPD has declared a Level 1 drought statewide, encouraging residents to conserve water amid ongoing dry conditions. Release: On April 27, 2026, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) declared a Statewide Drought…
First Fridays Returns to Downtown Valdosta
VALDOSTA — First Fridays returns to downtown Valdosta May 1 with food, drinks, live music, and shopping from 5 to 9 p.m. Release: One of downtown’s favorite traditions is back. Valdosta Main Street and the…
Valdosta City Schools to Discontinue VECA Program
VALDOSTA — The VECA program will end in June as Valdosta City Schools shifts focus to districtwide academic pathways. Release: Valdosta, GA – April 29, 2026 — Valdosta City Schools has made the difficult decision…
VSU Recognizes Longtime Faculty and Staff
VALDOSTA — VSU honored faculty and staff marking five to 35 years of service during its Spring 2026 celebration. Release: VALDOSTA — Valdosta State University is proud to honor faculty and staff loyalty and longevity…
Dr. Valerie Smith named Pinevale principal
VALDOSTA — Dr. Valerie Smith has been named principal of Pinevale Elementary after serving as interim. Release: The Valdosta Board of Education has officially named Dr. Valerie Smith as Principal of Pinevale Elementary School. Dr.…
Jazz duo The PR Experience to perform at…
VALDOSTA — The PR Experience will perform a free Levitt AMP concert on Friday, May 1 at Turner Center Art Park. Release: The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts will host jazz duo “The…
Georgia EPD issues Level 1 drought; Lowndes County…
VALDOSTA — Lowndes County officials advise water conservation after Georgia issues Level 1 drought declaration. Release: Lowndes County, Georgia: On April 27, 2026, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) issued a statewide Drought Response Level 1…
Registration opens for Lowndes County Junior Summer Fire…
VALDOSTA — Lowndes County Fire Rescue offers a free, hands-on Junior Fire Academy for youth this June. Release: Lowndes County, Georgia: Lowndes County Fire Rescue is pleased to announce its 2026 Junior Summer Fire Academy,…