Valdosta native drafted by Oakland A’s

Valdosta native Colby Thomas, a Mercer baseball standout, was selected by the Oakland A's in the 3rd round of the MLB draft, making him the 95th pick overall. From MLB.com "Thomas didn’t waste any time…

Homicide suspect arrested over weekend

Xavier White, age 32, was arrested on July 9, 2022, in connection with the death of Napoleon Ponder, age 51. He was taken into custody without incident after a Valdosta woman called 911 in regards…

Opening Day for Atlanta Braves

It was a tumultuous off-season for the World Series reigning champions, but the 2022 MLB season is finally here, and the Atlanta Braves will take the field at Truist Park to square off against the…

Social Media, DNA, GBI Solve Quitman Cold Case

QUITMAN, Ga. – An unidentified female found murdered in Brooks County in 1981 has been identified as SHIRLENE “SHERYL” ANN HAMMACK. The case might never have been solved without the efforts of one dedicated citizen,…

Pinevale Recognizes Community Partners

VALDOSTA - Pinevale Elementary School set time aside during their 2019 Honors Night program to recognize their invaluable Community Partners in Education. Small Business - Valdosta Veteran's Widows and Wives Ministry Veteran's Widows and Wives…