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SGBC Celebrates 25 Graduates of Small Business Academy

PHOTO: A historic Public-Private technical residency by the Southern Georgia Black Chambers graduated 25 certified small businesses, as it drew praise from U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff, Mayor Scott James Matheson, and Georgia Power. VALDOSTA —…

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Valdosta honors Miller-Cody after humanitarian recognition

VALDOSTA — Valdosta leaders praised Vivian Miller-Cody after receiving a humanitarian award for community impact. Release: The City of Valdosta proudly recognizes Councilwoman Vivian Miller-Cody following her surprise recognition this past weekend during the 158th…

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Valdosta Student Serves As Mayor For A Day

PHOTO: Utilities Director Jason Barnes, Valdosta High School Principal Dr. Johnnie Marshall, Braeden Lampkin, Mayor Scott James Matheson, Kvonne Oliver, Public Works Director Larry Ogden VALDOSTA — The City of Valdosta named Valdosta High senior…

VSU students hold mock press conference with Mayor…

Release: On Thursday, October 14, Valdosta Mayor Scott James Matheson held a Mock Press Conference for a group of Valdosta State University Students in Council Chambers at City Hall. As the city places great value…

Valdosta’s Newest Mayor Takes His Oath

VALDOSTA, Ga. - At the Thursday, January 9, 2020 Valdosta City Council meeting, the newest mayor, Scott James Matheson, was sworn in, along with city council members. The fully-packed seats in the upstairs courtroom at…

Early Voting Begins for Valdosta Runoff Elections

VALDOSTA, Ga. - Early voting begins in Valdosta the December 3 runoff election for the office of mayor and city council at-large. While presidential elections tend to draw the biggest crowds, municipal elections don't tend…