DragonCon Atlanta goes virtual for Labor Day

DragonCon, one of the largest sci-fi/fantasy pop culture events in the U.S., has decided to terminate the in-person convention due to the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. As stated on the DragonCon website, "After many…

Athens > Cruz Ignites GOP Convention Delegates

ATHENS -- There were chicken and fish on their plates, and Republican presidential contender Ted Cruz added some red meat as he roused a Georgia Republican Party convention crowd at The Classic Center in downtown…

Athens > Georgia Republicans Gather for State Convention

John Clark, Georgia News Network for Valdosta Today ATHENS -- Georgia Republicans gathered for the state convention in Athens Friday.  With the Presidential election coming next year, political events like this draw larger than normal…

Lowndes FFA Chapter Gets National Recognition

LOUISVILLE, KY - Valdosta native Jacob Schindler was named American Star at the National FFA Convention this past week. Other members of the Lowndes FFA Chapter competed at the convention, and the Lowndes Chapter received…