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Lowndes County lifts burn restrictions effective June 1

LivingMay 29, 2026

LOWNDES COUNTY, Ga. — The Lowndes County Board of Commissioners has voted to lift countywide burn restrictions that were previously put in place because of dry conditions and an elevated wildfire risk. During its regular…

Wiregrass launches Summer Express Term with accelerated career…

Local NewsMay 29, 2026

VALDOSTA — Wiregrass offers accelerated Summer Express programs and free applications throughout June. Release: Valdosta, Georgia — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is helping students fast-track their future with the launch of the Summer Express Term beginning Tuesday,…

Wild Adventures announces free concert admission for remaining…

LivingMay 29, 2026

VALDOSTA — Wild Adventures announces free general admission to all remaining 2026 concert series performances through August. Release: VALDOSTA, Ga. — Wild Adventures Theme Park has announced that its Wild Adventures LIVE! concert series presented by…

Former Pendergrass city administrator arrested by GBI

Regional NewsMay 29, 2026

PENDERGRASS — The GBI arrested former Pendergrass Administrator Robert Russell on theft and false statement charges. Release: Pendergrass, Jackson County, GA (May 28, 2026) – The GBI has arrested and charged former City of Pendergrass Administrator…

Clyattville Elementary teacher recognized by Georgia Council on…

Local NewsMay 28, 2026

PHOTO: Wendy Fletcher, teacher at Clyattville Elementary School, was recognized by Superintendent Sandra Wilcher at the Lowndes County School Board Meeting for being named a Featured Teacher by the Georgia Council on Economic Education. Clyattville…

Wiregrass President’s and Dean’s List Announced for Spring…

Local NewsMay 28, 2026

VALDOSTA — Wiregrass announced Spring 2026 academic honors for students earning President’s List and Dean’s List recognition. Release: Valdosta, GA – Wiregrass Georgia Technical College President DeAnnia Clements is pleased to announce the Spring Semester President’s List…

New survey names Georgia’s top accidental romance hotspots

In Other NewsMay 28, 2026

IN OTHER NEWS... With the weather warming up and wedding season around the corner, Americans are entering peak “plus-one potential” territory: more events, more mingling, and more chances to get lucky and meet someone new.…

Lowndes County Schools honors coaches after standout year…

Local NewsMay 27, 2026

PHOTO: Lowndes County Schools Athletic Coaches enjoy an appreciation dinner and program to celebrate an impressive year of athletics. LOWNDES — Lowndes County Schools celebrated coaches and a year filled with championships, state qualifiers, and…

Slaughter reappointed ACCG Federal Policy Committee vice chair

Wiregrass student earns CDL at age 74, makes…