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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...
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...
Thirstology awarded “Best Woman Owned Business” in Tifton for second year
TIFTON, Ga. – Showcasing excellence and resilience in the local business community, one woman owned business has secured top honors for the second year in a row. Thirstology, the esteemed Infusions and Wellness Lounge, led by Gerlana Vargas and Robin Stanley, have secured the prestigious title of “Best Woman Owned Business” in Tifton, for the second consecutive year.
Tifton official warns of phone scam impersonating police officers
TIFTON, Ga. (WALB) - The Tifton Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam that is targeting locals. Stacey Green, the Tifton director of communications, says the phone scammers targeted locals and even impersonated the police chief. “They have been contacted, via phone. The person was claiming to be...
Valdosta Police: South Carolina man charged after aiming a gun at an officer
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - A South Carolina man is facing charges after pointing a gun at an officer at a Valdosta hotel. On Saturday, May 11, the Valdosta Police Department (VPD) was called to the Wingate Hotel after reports of a dispute. When officers got to the scene, they say they saw a man, later identified as William Stanfield, 61, who was “intoxicated and belligerent.”
17-year-old Valdosta male hid under house following car theft
VALDOSTA – A 17-year-old Valdosta resident stole a vehicle on Toombs Street, then fled on foot from a VPD deputy. Arrested: Jayleen Scott, African American male, 17 years of age, Valdosta resident. On May 13, 2024, at approximately 2:15 am., Valdosta Police Officers responded to the area of the...
Valdosta Neighborhood Development Division to hold Back to School Community Block Party
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - The City of Valdosta’s Neighborhood Development Division plans to host its annual Back to School Community Block Party in July. The block party will be at the Unity Park Amphitheater on Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and is open to people of all ages.
Traffic signal added to dangerous Adel highway
ADEL, Ga. (WALB) - Some South Georgia residents are feeling relieved as the Georgia Department of Transportation is adding traffic signals to a dangerous highway on Alabama Road in Adel. Residents began expressing concerns about the need for traffic signals at the intersection on Alabama road after several accidents, now...
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