Local COVID antigen testing process changing

Release: VALDOSTA – Health Departments within the South Health District began providing free COVID-19 antigen testing November 9 to symptomatic individuals. The testing will continue; however, the process will now be different. Per CDC recommendations, any…

South Health District announces World AIDS Day

Release: While COVID remains at the forefront of our minds, we also can’t forget those who are fighting other viruses. South Health District wants to bring awareness to those fighting HIV and AIDS through their…

VFD fire crews quench structure fire on South…

Release: Valdosta Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire on South Oak Street On Thursday, October 29, 2020, the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at 615 South Oak Street. The…

VSU cross country aims for Top Five in…

VALDOSTA, Ga.— Coming off their record setting performances in the Blazer Classic back in Mid-October, the Valdosta State cross country team is readying for the Gulf South Conference Championship. Hosted by Alabama-Huntsville, the GSC Championship…

GEMA offers tips for earthquake safety

Release: GEMA/HS Encourages Participation in the Great SouthEast ShakeOut Drill (ATLANTA) – The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) is partnering with the Great SouthEast ShakeOut to educate Georgians on the importance of…

PCOM South Georgia begins virtual interview season

Photo: Dana Brooks, assistant director of admissions at PCOM South Georgia, is leading the school in online interviews for prospective Osteopathic Medicine students. Release: Students hoping to begin their medical education at PCOM South Georgia are…