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…
Energy provisions made for Georgians affected by COVID-19
Release: Georgians impacted by COVID-19 to receive energy assistance ATLANTA — Beginning July 1, 2020, families hit hardest by the pandemic will receive aid through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The U.S. Department…
Valdosta People’s Choice Photo Contest opens voting
Release: Voting opens for Valdosta People’s Choice Photo Contest This year nearly 60 photos were submitted to the Valdosta People’s Choice Photo Contest, and are now on display at the Annette Howell Turner Center for…
GDOT will limit construction over holiday weekend
Release: Georgia DOT Restricts Construction Related Lane Closures Statewide During Fourth of July Holiday ATLANTA, GA – To alleviate Fourth of July weekend traffic congestion, the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is suspending construction-related lane…
VSU names Njeri Pringle Graduate Assistant of the…
Release: Njeri Pringle Named Graduate Assistant of the Year at VSU VALDOSTA — The Academic Support Center’s Njeri Monik Pringle is Valdosta State University’s 2019-2020 Graduate Assistant of the Year. Dr. Chere Peguesse, Academic Support…
VFD offer July 4 fire safety tips
VALDOSTA— With July 4th right around the corner, the Valdosta Fire Department released a brief list of tips on fire safety when grilling: When grilling, maintain at least 10-12 ft. away from any structure.When using…
State BOE meeting scheduled for June 30
Release: Called State Board of Education Meeting June 30, 2020 MEDIA CONTACT: Meghan Frick, GaDOE Communications Office, mfrick@doe.k12.ga.us June 29, 2020 – The State Board of Education will hold a called board meeting via teleconference on Tuesday, June…
Over $58 million in contracts awarded by GDOT
Release: Georgia DOT Awards $58.5 Million in Construction Contracts for May ATLANTA, GA – Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) awarded 32 construction contracts for statewide transportation projects totaling $58,534,346. The largest single awarded investment, worth…
Five Points restaurant flagged for improper grease disposal
Release: Grease Buildup Leads to Manhole Blockage On June 23, at approximately 7:50 a.m., City of Valdosta crews responded to a report from a city utility worker in the area of North Ashley Street and…