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Tornado watch in effect for eastern portions of the Big Bend and South Georgia
A Tornado Watch is in effect for Valdosta until 9am EDT, including Lafayette, Madison, Brooks, and Lowndes counties. Clinch, Echols, Hamilton, and Suwannee counties are under a Tornado Watch until 1 pm EDT. While straight-line damaging winds are the biggest threat, the potential for a few tornado spin-ups exists this...
Woman injured in viral Lowndes Co. crash returns to SGMC to thank workers
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - It’s a story that many of us will never forget — mainly because the video was seen all over the world. A car literally flew over a tow truck on Highway 84 in Lowndes County. Now nearly a year later, SGMC Health is telling her story to bring attention to trauma awareness.
Update on injured teen, safety concerns at dangerous Valdosta intersection
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - Neighbors near a dangerous intersection in Valdosta are fighting for safety measures after a crash left a 17-year-old in a coma a week after being hit by a car while riding a dirt bike on Pineview Drive and Deborah Drive. WALB spoke with Javaunte Brown’s mother...
VPD arrests SC man for assault on a police officer
VALDOSTA – The Valdosta Police Department arrests a South Carolina man for aggravated assault on a police officer. Arrested: William Stanfield, Caucasian male, 61 years of age, Belton, SC resident. On May 11, 2024, at approximately 11:50 pm., Valdosta Police Officers responded to the Wingate Hotel, in the 1800...
VPD investigates shooting death on East Hill Ave
VALDOSTA – The Valdosta Police Department is investigating the shooting of a 32-year-old-male that occurred on East Hill Ave. VICTIM: Jonathon Antonio Vicks, African American male, 32 years of age, Quitman resident. On May 12, 2024, at 11:55 pm., numerous first responders responded to the 300 block of East...
Reckless Gun Discharges Prompt Arrest of Two at Valdosta Apartment Complex
LOWNDES COUNTY, Georgia – A Valdosta Police Department (VPD) Officer heard several gunshots in the area of the 1500 block of East Park Avenue on Tuesday, May 7th at about 12:20 p.m. Numerous citizens called E911 to report that people had been shooting a rifle and a handgun, while in an apartment complex. Callers, who were eye witnesses, gave a description of the vehicle that the guns were being discharged while it was in the apartment complex. VPD Officers responded to the area immediately.
Valdosta woman arrested for discharging firearm during dispute
VALDOSTA – A woman from Valdosta was arrested by VPD for discharging a firearm into a residence and multiple vehicles during a dispute. Arrested: Shaque Whitted O’Connor, African American female, 30 years of age, Valdosta resident. On May 9, 2024, at approximately 6:48 pm., Valdosta Police Officers responded...
Valdosta residents named to SRTC President’s, Dean’s Lists
VALDOSTA – Southern Regional Technical College names Valdosta residents to the President’s and Dean’s Lists. Recently, the administration at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized exceptional students achieving the honor of President’s List for the spring 2024 term, which ended May 1. Each semester, SRTC recognizes students who have accomplished high academic achievement through the President’s List.
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