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Drug investigation results in multiple Lowndes Co. arrests

Local NewsMarch 13, 2026

LOWNDES - A narcotics trafficking investigation in Lowndes and Cook county results in numerous search warrants and arrests. Release: Around October of 2023, Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Task Force Officer…

Uline launches Georgia hiring event

Regional NewsMarch 13, 2026

BRASELTON - Uline, a leading distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials, will host a hiring event at its Braselton facility. Release: BRASELTON, Ga. – Uline, North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging…

GBI investigates homicide in Quitman

Local NewsMarch 12, 2026

QUITMAN - At the request of Quitman police, the GBI is investigating the shooting death of Tamesha Bartee. Release: Quitman, GA (March 11, 2026) - At the request of the Quitman Police Department, the GBI is…

Blazer Creators show real VSU life

LivingMarch 12, 2026

VALDOSTA - VSU’s student-led Blazer Creators share authentic campus stories, boosting social reach and helping prospects envision Blazer life. Release: VALDOSTA — A student-driven content initiative launched this past fall is already making a meaningful…

Hurricane Helene Block Grant Applications open March 16th

BusinessMarch 12, 2026

ATLANTA - Eligible GA farmers, ranchers, and foresters that suffered losses from Hurricane Helene may apply for assistance through a grant. Release: ATLANTA, GA – Today, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper announced that Georgia farmers,…

Wiregrass apprentices help power BrooksCo Dairy’s operations

BusinessMarch 11, 2026

PHOTO - Left to right: Fernando Ramirez of Brooks County, Reagan Chastain of Lowndes County, and Alex Munoz of Brooks County put their skills to work at BrooksCo Dairy. VALDOSTA - Three electrical apprentices from…

Yamaha to move headquarters to Georgia

BusinessMarch 11, 2026

ATLANTA - Yamaha moves U.S. headquarters to Kennesaw, Georgia, relocating from California after 50 years, expanding existing Georgia operations. Release: ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today welcomed the announcement that Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has…

SJCS announces theme for annual gala

LivingMarch 10, 2026

Photo: 2025 Reverse Draw Gala Winner, Dr. Avery Moody, Mrs. Kippy Tift, and Cheri Carter (principal), credit: Andrea Silva Photography VALDOSTA - St. John the Evangelist Catholic School (SJCS) announce the theme for its 28th…

Beasley named recipient of OVL Synergy 2030 Impact…

VSU’s My Friend’s House to host Community Day…