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Valdosta to Host Back-to-School Community Block Party

VALDOSTA — Students and families can enjoy free supplies, food, haircuts, and activities at Unity Park on August 1. Release: The City of Valdosta Neighborhood Development team invites families, students, and community members to kick…

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Travis Tritt to Perform in Valdosta

VALDOSTA — Country music star Travis Tritt will headline the Wild Adventures LIVE! Concert Series in Valdosta. Release: VALDOSTA, Ga. — Wild Adventures Theme Park will continue its 2026 Wild Adventures LIVE! Concert Series on Saturday, May 30, with a…

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SGBC Hosts Economic Freedom Juneteenth Experience

PHOTO: SGBC Members were introduced to the state-of-the-art podcast room inside the J. Donald Lee Center for Entrepreneurship. VALDOSTA — A Juneteenth event in Valdosta highlighted African American history, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment. Release: VALDOSTA,…

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Turner Center to Open New Exhibits and Photo…

VALDOSTA — Visitors can meet featured artists and vote in the People’s Choice Photo Contest at the Turner Center. Release: The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts will hold an opening reception on Mon.,…

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Tasha Cobbs Leonard to headline Wild Adventures concert…

VALDOSTA — Tasha Cobbs Leonard performs at Wild Adventures May 30 during the 2026 LIVE! Concert Series. Release: VALDOSTA, Ga. — Wild Adventures Theme Park will continue its 2026 Wild Adventures LIVE! Concert Series on Saturday, May 30, with a…

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Outdoor RecFest Returns To Langdale Park This Saturday

VALDOSTA — Outdoor RecFest returns Saturday with kayaking, fishing, hiking, food trucks, and family-friendly outdoor activities at Langdale Park. Release: VALDOSTA, GA — The Valdosta-Lowndes County Parks & Recreation Authority, in partnership with TRAILS4valdosta, will host a free…

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Rainwater Conference Center Welcomes New Executive Chef

VALDOSTA — Rainwater Conference Center hired Michelle Pessia as Executive Chef to lead culinary operations and guest dining experiences. Release: VALDOSTA, Ga. (May 11, 2026) — The Rainwater Conference Center has announced the addition of Michelle Pessia…

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Camp Blaze Returns for Young Women in Valdosta

VALDOSTA — The Valdosta Fire Department will host Camp Blaze June 2-4 for young women ages 13-18. Release: The Valdosta Fire Department is preparing to welcome young women from across the community for the 2nd…