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Seven Georgia officers accused in contraband scheme run by Valdosta inmate
In March, Gov. Brian Kemp Kemp said an investigation called Operation Skyhawk had netted 150 arrests and imposed 1,000 criminal charges against inmates, officers and civilians. Investigators also had confiscated $7 million worth of goods, including 87 drones, 273 contraband cell phones, 51 pounds of ecstasy and 12 pounds of meth, Kemp said. But so far, few details about the probe have been disclosed, other than a separate scheme involving correctional officers and a Valdosta prisoner.
Valdosta man uses street dancing to spread smiles, suicide awareness
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WCTV) - One Valdosta man is using his street dancing skills to make people smile and spread suicide awareness. Kevonta Browne, 26, spreads joy by dancing on the street corner in the middle of lunch-hour traffic in Valdosta. “I’m just out here making people smile,” the 26-year-old said....
VLPRA announces closure of Langdale Park trails
VALDOSTA – The Valdosta-Lowndes County Parks and Recreation Authority announces the closure of all trails at Langdale Park. All trails at Langdale Park are closed. We do plan to open them again at some point, but hundreds of trees fell during Hurricane Idalia and every trail suffered significant damage.
Local Street Dancer Spreads Smiles
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Horns blowing, cars zooming by, waiting at lights. No one likes dealing with rush hour. But then you look over, and there’s music, fancy footwork, and a wave. “I’m just out here making people smile.” Valdosta resident Kevonta Browne said. He makes people...
Governor Brian Kemp to visit Valdosta for groundbreaking ceremony, bill signing
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - Governor Brian Kemp will be making two stops in Valdosta on Monday, April 30. The first stop will be at Arglass at 11 a.m. for a groundbreaking ceremony. Arglass leadership, along with Governor Kemp, will break ground and share their collective vision for the expansion. He will be touring the facility and sharing remarks on how the new industry is helping the state.
Charges pending against Valdosta bicyclist following Monday afternoon accident
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - A bicyclist is facing charges after a Monday afternoon traffic accident in Valdosta. Shortly before 4:30 p.m., on April 29, authorities were dispatched to the 1400 block of West Hill Avenue in response to a bicyclist being struck by a vehicle. A 58-year-old male bicyclist was...
VIDEO: 120 mph chase in Echols County ends in 2 arrests
ECHOLS COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) - Two suspects have been arrested in connection to a high-speed chase and drug possession in Echols County, according to the sheriff’s office. On Friday, April 26, Echols County deputies tried to pull over a car on Highway 129 S and Ben Daniels Farm Road when the car reportedly sped off and almost hit a deputy, according to a statement.
FCCU fundraiser for animal rescue organizations including Valdosta
VALDOSTA – The First Commerce Credit Union launches a fundraiser for local animal rescue organizations including Valdosta. In recognition of National Pet Month in May, First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) has launched its third annual fundraiser to support local animal rescue organizations caring for abused and abandoned animals. In addition to raising funds throughout the month, the initiative seeks to raise awareness about pet adoption and help homeless animals find their fur-ever homes.
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