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…
Lowndes County Schools take immediate steps to ease…
After seeing photos of the congestion in the halls of Lowndes High School circulate on social media, officials want to assure parents and students that steps have already been taken to remedy the situation. From…
City of Valdosta tentatively adopts new millage rate
Valdosta, Ga- After a recent property reassessment, the city of Valdosta has tentatively set a millage rate which would increase property taxes by 3.37%, as well as setting public hearings on the matter. From the…
Valdosta native drafted by Oakland A’s
Valdosta native Colby Thomas, a Mercer baseball standout, was selected by the Oakland A's in the 3rd round of the MLB draft, making him the 95th pick overall. From MLB.com "Thomas didn’t waste any time…
Homicide suspect arrested over weekend
Xavier White, age 32, was arrested on July 9, 2022, in connection with the death of Napoleon Ponder, age 51. He was taken into custody without incident after a Valdosta woman called 911 in regards…
Visit Santa this holiday season on the Square!
Anyone wanting to let Santa know their Christmas wishes, take pictures and get a candy cane treat, you can visit him on the lawn of the historic Lowndes County Courthouse at various times throughout the…
Fight leads to arrests; VPD officer injured
Early this morning, officers with the Valdosta Police Department responded to complaints of loud music and crowds in the 100 block of West Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Upon arriving, they discovered two men fighting,…
McDonald’s to require masks
McDonald's USA announced today that they will be requiring masks for customers entering their restaurants. They will also not approve the opening of any more indoor dining facilities for at least 30 days, as well…
Wild Adventures to introduce virtual field trips
Wild Adventures is celebrating their animal care staff during national Zookeeper Week, as well as announcing that the park will offer virtual field trips starting next month! (includes video) The field trips will offer educator's…