VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
DPH confirms COVID-19 death of Ben Hill resident
Release: Fitzgerald - The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH), South Health District has confirmed the first COVID-19 related death of a resident of Ben Hill County. The individual was a 73-year old male who was…
3/27 noon DHP/South Health District COVID-19 update
According to The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH), the South Health District has received confirmation of seven new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total case count to 34 in the district. Four individuals are…
Ben Hill, Irwin Counties see first Coronavirus cases
Release: Ben Hill, Irwin Counties see first COVID-19 cases Brings total South Health District case count to 13 The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH), South Health District has received confirmation of two new cases of COVID-19.…
Ben Hill County > Search On for Body…
BEN HILL COUNTY -- Authorities have confirmed they are searching a pond believed to hold the remains of a beauty pageant contestant who vanished in 2005. Tara Grinstead, then 31, disappeared after attending the Georgia…
Local > Watch for Paint and Thermoplastic Crews…
ATKINSON, BAKER, BEN HILL, BERRIEN, LOWNDES -- Ozark Striping Co., contractors for the Georgia Department of Transportation, will be installing new lines on numerous state routes, including the interstate system. The work will require rolling lane closures.…