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Valdosta AAUW hosts annual Sister-to-Sister Summit

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…

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LCS hosts 5th grade math competition at VSU

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…

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Gov. Kemp signs tax relief bills

ATLANTA - Governor Kemp has signed HB 1000 and HB 1199 into law, authorizing state income tax refunds and suspending the Georgia gas tax for 60 days. Release: ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp…

Law Enforcement Appreciation Dinner award recipients.

Valdosta Rotary Club celebrates annual LEAD

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.…

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Lowndes Board of Elections recruiting poll workers

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…

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City dedicates safe new home for resident

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…

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Valdosta planner Amy Martin named 250 Champion

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…

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Chamber Academy sets new standard for ROI

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…