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VALDOSTA — Detective Heather Turner receives statewide recognition for investigative work, victim advocacy and commitment to public safety. Release: Valdosta Police Detective Heather Turner Named GACP Outstanding Police Officer of the Year The City of…
PHOTOS: Representatives from Valdosta City Schools, Lowndes County Schools and the Community Partners in Education Advisory Council recently visited Hester & Morris Orthodontics for the presentation of the CPIE Community Partner of the Decade Award…
VALDOSTA – Valdosta State University will host a public discussion examining the September 11 attacks and their lasting impact on American foreign policy. Release: VALDOSTA — The Department of Political Science and the Working Group…
VALDOSTA – SGBC members enrolling or renewing during the Fall Membership Drive will receive extended membership through December 31, 2027. Release: The Southern Georgia Black Chambers (SGBC), representing minority-owned enterprises and regional innovators across an…
VALDOSTA – Valdosta State University generated $412.5 million in economic impact during Fiscal Year 2025 while supporting 3,472 jobs across the region. Release: VALDOSTA — Valdosta State University generated an estimated $412.5 million in total…
LOWNDES CO. – Lowndes Athletics will celebrate Elementary Night Friday, offering free visitor-side admission to elementary students with a school-issued pass. Release: LOWNDES CO. — Lowndes Athletics, Athletic Director Josh Akers and Head Coach Adam…
VALDOSTA – Businesses can “Play It Forward” by sponsoring free children’s admission to the Imagination Station during the Turner Center’s annual ARToberfest. Release: VALDOSTA, GA — The Meta Shaw Coleman Children’s Imagination Station, the Turner…
VALDOSTA, GA – The Valdosta Wildcats will host Bradwell Institute Friday during Military Night at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium. Release: VALDOSTA, Ga. – The Valdosta Wildcats will return to Bazemore-Hyder Stadium on Friday, September 4, to take…
LOWNDES CO. – Lowndes County Fire Rescue will host the Halligans & Mulligans Golf Tournament benefiting the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation. Release: LOWNDES COUNTY, Ga. – Lowndes County Fire Rescue has announced the Halligans &…
VALDOSTA – Valdosta Main Street will hold a Sept. 3 casting call to select the city's official Santa Claus for the 2026 holiday season. Release: VALDOSTA, Ga. – Valdosta Main Street is searching for the…