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Health Officials Share Tips to Reduce Mosquito Risks…

LivingJune 11, 2026

VALDOSTA — Health officials say simple prevention steps can reduce mosquito-borne illness risks. Release: VALDOSTA – Warmer weather means more time spent outdoors across South Georgia, but it also means mosquito season has arrived. The…

Georgia Foster Children to Receive New Trump Accounts…

LivingJune 11, 2026

ATLANTA — Georgia will automatically enroll eligible foster children in new federally funded Trump Accounts. Release: ATLANTA – Today, Georgia became one of the first states in the nation to ensure eligible foster children can benefit…

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Woman Injured in Shooting Incident at Valdosta Walmart

Local NewsJune 10, 2026

VALDOSTA — Police say the firearm may have accidentally discharged while being carried by another shopper. Release: INCIDENT ALERT!!!Please see the attached press release, which is the statement from the Valdosta Police Department in regard…

Wiregrass Earns National Dual Enrollment Re-Accreditation

LivingJune 10, 2026

VALDOSTA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has earned re-accreditation for its dual enrollment program. Release: VALDOSTA, GA. — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has earned re-accreditation from the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP), reaffirming…

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Tallahassee Museum’s Swamp Stomp Returns July 11

LivingJune 10, 2026

TALLAHASSEE — Swamp Stomp will feature Americana, bluegrass, and folk music at the Tallahassee Museum. RELEASE: Tallahassee, FL (June 9, 2026) – The iconic Swamp Stomp Music Festival lights up the Tallahassee Museum's scenic outdoor…

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Uline Invests in Braselton Facility, Announces Hiring Event

BusinessJune 10, 2026

BRASELTON — Uline is adding air conditioning to its Braselton warehouse while expanding its workforce. Release: BRASELTON, Ga. – Uline, North America's leading distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials, continues to invest in its…

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Georgians Pick Downtowns Most Deserving of Revival

In Other NewsJune 10, 2026

IN OTHER NEWS... Georgians say historic downtowns need restaurants, entertainment, and local businesses to thrive again. Georgians Vote on the 2 Downtowns They Most Want Revived. As chain stores, bypasses, and sprawling retail corridors continue to…

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Georgia Awards $26M for Infrastructure Projects

BusinessJune 10, 2026

ATLANTA — Georgia approves $26 million in grants and loans for roadway and airport infrastructure projects statewide. Release: ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp and the State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA) Board of Directors today…