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…
VHS providing Chromebooks for student’s without computers
During the school closure, Valdosta High School teachers and students are using web access for online learning. For VHS students without access to computers, the school will be checking out Chromebooks on Thursday, March 26…
Kemp asks GA businesses to help with health…
Release: Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today called on all Georgia businesses who are able to help the state provide, produce, distribute, or store critical health care items needed to fight the spread of…
Wiregrass Tech Extends Spring Classes Via Distance Education
Valdosta, GA., Due to the continued health issues and concerns resulting from the coronavirus (COVID-19), Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is extending its decision to provide all classes in a distance education format until April 13th. …
U.S. Press donating “Open for Takeout” signs for…
Release: As our community continues to work together to slow the spread of COVID-19, U.S. Press wants to lend a helping hand to local restaurants who are working to keep Lowndes County residents employed and…
Car Thief Blames Coronavirus for Crime
In St. Petersburg, Fl., 70-year-old Alvin Rementer pawned his 2000 Chevy Silverado to a local pawn shop for $1,500 back in January. Last Saturday, at about 7:00 AM, Rementer attempted to steal the car back…
$2.5 Million Awarded to Georgia for Countering COVID-19
The United States Department of Health and Human Services recently provided $2.5 million to the health services within the state of Georgia for response effort to COVID-19. This money will be used, in part, to…
VPD Hiring Event Cancelled
VALDOSTA, Ga.— The Valdosta Police Department has cancelled its Open Testing and Hiring event. The event was originally scheduled for April 2 at 6:00 PM, but updated dates for testing will be on the Valdosta…
Southeastern Credit Union donates $25,000 to local food…
Release: VALDOSTA, Ga. (March 24, 2020) – Southeastern Credit Union is donating a total of $25,000 to local organizations that provide meals for those in need. The organizations include Lowndes Area Ministries for People (LAMP),…