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Valdosta Banker Joins GBA Board

VALDOSTA — Commercial Banking Company CEO Ryan Warren has been elected to the Georgia Bankers Association board of directors. Release: ATLANTA – Ryan Warren, president and CEO, Commercial Banking Company, Valdosta, has been elected by…

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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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VSU Chemistry Camp Gives High School Students Hands-On…

VALDOSTA — VSU's annual chemistry camp introduced teens to scientific discovery, problem-solving, and STEM career opportunities. Release: VALDOSTA — Area high school students recently spent a week immersed in the exciting world of chemistry during…

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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 —…

SGBC Small Business Academy Graduation Set

VALDOSTA - SGBC will celebrate its 2026 Small Business Academy graduates during a June 2 ceremony at VSU. Release: VALDOSTA, GA — May 22, 2026 — The Southern Georgia Black Chambers (SGBC) has announced the…

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Valdosta Comic Con returns with celebrity guests and…

VALDOSTA — Valdosta Comic Con returns in July with celebrity guests, cosplay, gaming and family-friendly activities. Release: Valdosta, GA — Southern Comics and Anime Nerds proudly presents Valdosta Comic Con 2026, July 24–26 to the Valdosta State University Center for a…

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VSU, Wiregrass sign new student transfer agreements

VALDOSTA — VSU and Wiregrass signed agreements creating new pathways for students pursuing four-year degrees. Release: VALDOSTA — Valdosta State University and Wiregrass Georgia Technical College recently signed three new articulation agreements, creating clear pathways…

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Wiregrass and VSU Partner to Expand Degree Opportunities

VALDOSTA — New Wiregrass and VSU partnership creates streamlined degree pathways for South Georgia students. Release: VALDOSTA, GA — In a major step toward expanding higher education opportunities across South Georgia, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College…