THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Thomas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on multiple drug charges after it was discovered that he was using a pill press to make fake Xanax, according to WALB. According to the…
Georgia DPH campaigns the importance of getting the…
Release: DPH Urges All Georgians to Get a Flu Shot OCTOBER 13, 2020 Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has a message for Georgians: Everyone needs a flu shot. Yes, you! That’s the…
COVID-19 Executive Order extended by Governor Kemp
Release: Gov. Kemp Extends COVID-19 Order, Public Health State of Emergency OCTOBER 01, 2020 Atlanta, GA – On September 30, 2020, Governor Brian P. Kemp signed Executive Order 09.24.30.01, extending current COVID-19 restrictions and the public health…
DPS appoints new Commissioners and Command Staff
Release: (ATLANTA) – Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Board of Public Safety approved the appointments for the Georgia Department of Public Safety Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner during a call-in meeting Sept. 30. Colonel Chris…
MCCD issues several violations during CMV inspection
Release: MCCD Officers Conduct Port Check and Distracted Driving Detail SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 (Savannah, GA) - On September 22-24, the Motor Carrier Compliance Division (MCCD) officers with the Georgia Department of Public Safety conducted a…
DPH recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Release: VALDOSTA – It is estimated that 279,100 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in 2020. It is also estimated that nearly 50,000 deaths from breast cancer will occur in 2020. In recognition of…
DPH revises Administrative Order for long-term care reopening
Release: DPH Issues Revised Guidance to Allow Safe Visitation in Georgia’s Long-Term Care Facilities SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 ATLANTA (September 21, 2020) – Recently, the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) issued a revised Administrative Order…
City of Valdosta announces 14 open public service…
Release: City Announces 14 Opportunities to Serve the Community Citizens who seek a rewarding public service role in the community are encouraged to apply for the 14 opportunities available on the city's boards, commissions, authorities,…
‘Fall Electronics Recycling Event’ to be held November…
Release: City Hosts Fall Electronics Recycling Event, Nov. 14 Residents can properly dispose of their outdated or unwanted electronics and reduce unnecessary clutter in time for the upcoming holiday season at the Fall Electronics Recycling…