VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
Lowndes County Schools take immediate steps to ease…
After seeing photos of the congestion in the halls of Lowndes High School circulate on social media, officials want to assure parents and students that steps have already been taken to remedy the situation. From…
City of Valdosta tentatively adopts new millage rate
Valdosta, Ga- After a recent property reassessment, the city of Valdosta has tentatively set a millage rate which would increase property taxes by 3.37%, as well as setting public hearings on the matter. From the…
Local Citizens honored at July 25 Photo Contest…
VALDOSTA - Winners of the 14th Annual Valdosta People's Choice Photo Contest have been announced. Release: PHOTO: Youth Winner, Noah Warren “Close-Up of the Courthouse”. Valdosta Mayor Pro Tem Vivian Miller-Cody and Coleman Talley representative Attorney Bart…
Ruptured Sewer Line Causes Discharge
VALDOSTA - A ruptured sewer line caused a periodic discharge and an estimated 840 gallons was released into the local tributary. Release: During a routine inspection on Monday, July 25th, 2022, a City of Valdosta…
Braves first weekend back after All-Star break a…
The Atlanta Braves' hot start to the second half of the season came to a screeching halt Sunday afternoon against the Angels in a 9-1 loss. After giving up eight hits and seven runs in…
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…
LHS season ticket renewal deadline looms
The wait for LHS football is almost over and that means season tickets must be renewed by July 13th. From the Lowndes Athletics Department: "The Lowndes Athletic Department reminds all Viking season ticket holders that…