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GBI Investigating Death of Toccoa Woman

Regional NewsAugust 6, 2026

TOCCOA — Authorities are awaiting autopsy results as the investigation into Candice Lynn Smith's death continues. Release: Toccoa, GA (August 3, 2026) – The GBI is investigating the death of Candice Lynn Smith, age 44, of…

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VSU Welcomes New and Returning Students for Fall…

LivingAugust 5, 2026

VALDOSTA — Hundreds of volunteers will assist students as they move into residence halls across the VSU campus. Release: VALDOSTA — Valdosta State University is excited to welcome more than 2,200 students to their on-campus…

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Wiregrass Foundation Awards $20K in Scholarships to 20…

BusinessAugust 5, 2026

PHOTO: Pictured from left are Monique Esther, recipient of the Farmers and Merchants Bank Scholarship; Will Bostelman, Executive Director of Foundation & Community Outreach for the Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Foundation; and Michael Lipp, recipient…

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Gov. Kemp announces four new judicial and prosecutorial…

Regional NewsAugust 5, 2026

ATLANTA — Governor Brian Kemp announced four appointments to fill judicial and prosecutorial vacancies across Georgia. Release: ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced the following judicial and prosecutorial appointments: Charles B. “Brad” Dixon to the…

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Kids Eat Free Every Tuesday at Mellow Mushroom…

BusinessAugust 4, 2026

Families can save on dinner this fall with a new promotion at Mellow Mushroom. Every Tuesday from August 4 through October 27, participating Mellow Mushroom locations are offering up to two free kids meals with…

VSU Happening

Registration Now Open for VSU’s The Happening

BusinessAugust 4, 2026

VALDOSTA — VSU is inviting businesses, nonprofits, civic groups, and campus organizations to register by Aug. 14 for space at The Happening. Release: VALDOSTA — Valdosta State University hosts The Happening 2026 from noon to…