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City of Thomasville kicks off First Friday of 2026
THOMASVILLE, Ga. (WCTV) - The city of Thomasville officially kicked off First Friday this week, bringing the community together for a good time. “Our hope is that everyone comes out and enjoys this free family event,” Brandy Avery said. From March through December, the city hosts a concert on...
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Youth Art Month Exhibit opens at Gallery 41 in Cordele
CORDELE, Ga. — The community is invited to celebrate the creativity of local students during a special Youth Art Month showcase in downtown Cordele this week. The Crisp County School System will host a drop-in gallery viewing on Wednesday, March 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Gallery 41, located at 302 North 7th Street.
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Sun, Sand, and Shoofly Pie: Finding Authentic Mennonite Flavor in Rural Georgia
Georgia’s Best Kept Secret: Real “Plain People” Cooking in the Heart of the Deep South. When you think of Georgia, you likely picture peach orchards, pecan groves, and bustling Atlanta streets. You probably don’t picture horse-drawn buggies, Plain dress, and the distinct aroma of Pennsylvania Dutch home cooking. Yet, tucked away in Macon County is a cultural anomaly that has been drawing crowds for decades.
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New state record longnose gar caught on Lake Blackshear
CORDELE – Georgia has a new state record longnose gar, caught by angler Silas Turner, of Hawkinsville. His catch, caught on March 5, 2026 on Lake Blackshear near Cordele, weighed 31 pounds, 14 ounces, besting the 2022 record (31 pounds, 2 ounces), according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “Congrats to Silas! It has been almost a year since Georgia has been able to announce a new freshwater fish state record and we are thrilled to congratulate Mr. Turner on this huge longnose gar catch,” said Scott Robinson, Chief of Fisheries for the Wildlife Resources Division. “We hope that this catch inspires anglers across the state to get outdoors and Go Fish Georgia, because you never know when that next state record might be on the end of your line!” After a morning of guiding fishing trips, Turner was headed out to check out some more fish for upcoming excursions when he spotted what he thought was a bass. He picked up a bass plug and threw out a cast, and much to his surprise the fish that took the lure turned out to be a huge gar. Turner fought with it for about 15
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Flint River Entertainment Complex to host Downtown Street Festival March 7 in Albany
ALBANY, Ga. – A popular family-friendly event is making its return to downtown Albany this weekend. The 2026 Downtown Street Festival will take place Saturday, March 7, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Veterans Park Amphitheatre. Hosted by the Flint River Entertainment Complex, the annual festival is expected to draw hundreds of attendees from Albany and across Southwest Georgia.
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Restaurant Roundup: Week 7
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Restaurant Roundup Week 7 featured Mr. A’s restaurant, owned by Ansley Pierce in Sasser. Mr. A’s Restaurant opened in Jan. 2026 and offers an extensive menu, including breakfast items like waffles, pancakes, sausage, and eggs, along with lunch and dinner menu items like steaks, potatoes, fish, and shrimp, to name a few.
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City of Thomasville to kick off First Friday Concert Series March 6
THOMASVILLE, Ga. – A new season of live music is set to begin in Downtown Thomasville as the 2026 First Friday Concert Series kicks off Friday, March 6, from 8 to 10 p.m. at The Ritz Amphitheater. Hosted by the City of Thomasville, the free concert series runs March...
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Your Tripod's Missing Piece
BUENA VISTA, GA - When you're on the clock or deep into a long day on the range, the last thing you need is digging through pockets for a dope card or balancing a Kestrel on your knee. The Tripod Caddy from Armageddon Gear was designed to fix exactly that. Built to mount securely to your tripod, it keeps your essentials; Kestrel, data book, pens, mags, water bottle, and other small gear, organized and within arm's reach. A fold-down workspace gives you a stable platform to write corrections or track impacts, turning your tripod into a practical command center instead of just a rifle rest. It's a simple concept with a thoughtful layout plus it's built with durable materials, and made in the USA.
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America’s Got Talent Winners visits Tifton
2017 “America’s Got Talent (AGT)” winner and ventriloquist Darci Lynne performed at the Tift Theatre for Performing Arts before the biggest crowd the theatre has seen in years. Her show in Tifton was a part of her “Up Close and Personal” tour, giving local venues the chance to meet her both on and off the stage.
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Meet the last surviving member of the Freedom Singers, whose protest songs changed Black history
Rutha Mae Harris, the final surviving member of the original Freedom Singers, continues her work in Albany, Georgia, six decades after the Civil Rights Movement. She remains dedicated to showing emerging local leaders how to integrate music and vocal performance into their advocacy. Harris explained her ongoing commitment to Essence, saying, “Today, I am still singing...
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City of Thomasville to host 9th Annual Black History Month Parade and Celebration
THOMASVILLE, Ga. – The City of Thomasville is preparing to celebrate culture, community, and history with the return of its 9th Annual Black History Month Parade and Celebration. The event is set for Saturday, February 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Downtown Thomasville. The parade will kick...
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Albany Downtown Street Festival to return March 7
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The City of Albany announced in a Facebook post that the Albany Downtown Street Festival will return on Saturday, March 7. The festival will take place at Veterans Park Amphitheatre from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The festival will feature the following:. Live entertainment. Local artisans...
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What’s Brewing - Black History Month Parade & Celebration
THOMASVILLE, Ga. (WCTV) - Let’s take a look at what’s brewing in Thomasville this weekend. The Black History Month Parade & Celebration is happening this Saturday, starting at 10 a.m. They are expected to march down Broad and Jackson streets with the celebration following at 11 a.m. at the Ritz Amphitheater.
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Annual Crawfish Festival to take place in Albany
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The Annual Crawfish Festival will take place on Saturday, March 14, at the Thronateeska Heritage Center. The festival will feature all-you-can-eat Fresh Louisiana Crawfish from Crawfish Country Catering and live music by Black Cat Zydeco. Specific details about the event are listed below:. Time- 4 p.m....
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Fitzgerald-Ben Hill Arts Council presents Just Desserts Cabaret sweet entertainment at Carnegie Center for the Arts in Fitzgerald
FITZGERALD, Ga. – Those looking for a unique night out in Fitzgerald can enjoy a blend of live entertainment and indulgent treats when the Fitzgerald-Ben Hill Arts Council presents Just Desserts Cabaret later this week. The cabaret-style production will take place at the Carnegie Center for the Arts for...
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The Dreamy Mountain Town In Virginia That’s Your Ultimate Stress-Detox Escape
Think you can handle a town where the trails outnumber the traffic lights and the biggest rush hour involves backpackers heading to the next shelter? Damascus sits tucked in the Virginia mountains like a secret handshake between the Appalachian Trail and the Virginia Creeks Trail, and honestly, it might just be the antidote to your screen-addicted, deadline-chasing, cortisol-spiking lifestyle.