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Valdosta City Schools Seeks Bids for Renovation Project

BusinessMay 12, 2026

VALDOSTA — Valdosta City Schools is accepting bids for renovations at its Transportation Facility through June 4. Release: The Valdosta City School District has issued an Invitation to Bid for the interior painting renovation project at the…

CDC Transfers Hantavirus Cases to Atlanta

Regional NewsMay 11, 2026

ATLANTA — Two hantavirus patients are being transported to Emory University’s Serious Communicable Diseases Unit in Atlanta. Release: ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has been notified by the Centers for Disease Control…

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Valdosta Rotary Clubs Named Best in District 6920

Local NewsMay 11, 2026

PHOTO: Valdosta-North Rotary Club members celebrate receiving the District Governor’s Club of Excellence Award and District 6920 Small Club of the Year Award at a recent meeting. VALDOSTA — Valdosta Rotary clubs received top district honors for…

Tax Relief Announced for South Georgia Wildfire Victims

LivingMay 11, 2026

ATLANTA — State and federal tax relief announced for residents impacted by South Georgia wildfires and drought conditions. Release: ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and the Georgia Department of Revenue…

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Valdosta Police Search for Shooting Suspect

Local NewsMay 8, 2026

VALDOSTA — Valdosta Police are searching for a suspect wanted in connection to a May 2 shooting investigation. Release: The Valdosta Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating Kapreal Jamil Griffin, who is…

Group photo of Camp Blaze participants.

Camp Blaze Returns for Young Women in Valdosta

LivingMay 8, 2026

VALDOSTA — The Valdosta Fire Department will host Camp Blaze June 2-4 for young women ages 13-18. Release: The Valdosta Fire Department is preparing to welcome young women from across the community for the 2nd…

Kemp Signs Georgia Public Safety Bills

Regional NewsMay 8, 2026

ATLANTA — Governor Brian Kemp signed multiple bills supporting Georgia law enforcement and strengthening public safety statewide. Release: ATLANTA - Following the annual Public Safety Memorial Ceremony, Governor Brian P. Kemp - alongside First Lady Marty…

Georgia Tax Collections Rise in April

BusinessMay 8, 2026

ATLANTA — Georgia’s April net tax collections increased 5.9%, reaching nearly $3.95 billion for the month. Release: ATLANTA – The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in April totaled almost $3.95 billion, for an increase of…