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Berrien County jail report: Records list 10 people as currently booked and 11 historical entries

NASHVILLE, Ga. — Berrien County Sheriff’s Office jail records supplied to the Lanier County News list 10 people as currently booked, with arrest dates from Nov. 2 through Nov. 6, 2026. Another 11 names appear with a status of “History,” without arrest dates or charge details in the supplied information.

Berrien County, GA · 1d

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Restaurant Report: Pest activity noted at Tifton food spot; Coffee County pickle spot earns 100

COFFEE COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) — Wing Addiction in Tifton got a 78 on its food service inspection on Thursday, Nov. 5. They got a total of nine infractions, and they were all new violations. Two of the nine infractions were corrected while inspectors were on-site. Below is a summary...

Coffee County, GA · 18h

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This Georgia Restaurant Has A Buffet So Legendary That Locals Guard It Like A Secret Treasure

Some secrets are hard to keep, especially when the secret involves an entire buffet line of General Tso’s chicken. That’s the situation happening over at Chow Town Grill & Buffet in Valdosta, Georgia, a spot locals talk about like it’s a hidden treasure they’d rather not share with the whole internet.

Valdosta, GA · 8d

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This Underrated Small Town In Georgia Might Just Be The Prettiest In The Entire State

Somewhere in southern Georgia, a town has been quietly perfecting the art of being wonderful, and its name is Thomasville. Most people in Georgia could tell you about Savannah or Athens without blinking, but ask them about Thomasville and you’ll often get a polite shrug, which is a genuine shame and also a tremendous opportunity for everyone who reads this.

Thomasville, GA · 13d

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Food Lion to Acquire Five Winn-Dixie Stores in Southern Georgia

The acquisition will expand Food Lion’s Georgia footprint to 51 stores and push its 2026 store openings beyond the company’s original growth target. Food Lion has reached an agreement to acquire five Winn-Dixie supermarkets in southern Georgia, expanding its presence in the state as Winn-Dixie shifts its focus to its Florida operations.

Georgia · 3d

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Happy birthday to the best! Shirley Banks turns 93, and everyone’s invited

LAKELAND, Ga. — If you know Shirley Banks, you may have a favorite story, a fond memory of her fudge or a newspaper clipping she saved because she thought you ought to read it. Now her family is inviting everyone to bring those memories — and their birthday wishes...

Lakeland, GA · 1d

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Walk with a Doc for Better Health in Valdosta Saturday

VALDOSTA, Ga. – The public can take a step toward better health with a walk led by SGMC Health‘s Medical Education program. Participants will meet at the Valdosta Middle School Track from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 14th, for a fun, casual opportunity to get moving, connect with local physicians, and see how every walk is a win for their health. This month’s event is in partnership with the 100 Black Men of Valdosta.

Valdosta, GA · 1d

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We Found 10 Georgia Buffets Where Your Money Goes Further At Mealtime

One Georgia buffet lines up more than 70 different dishes at the same time. Seventy. I would need a map and a nap just to get through the first row. Another spot in the state serves all-you-can-eat catfish on Fridays, and you can pick it with or without bones. A third runs its buffet out of a restored 1885 Victorian house.

Macon, GA · 5d

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Lowndes Vikings Announce First-Round Playoff Ticket Details

LOWNDES CO. — Remaining reserved seats for the Vikings’ first-round playoff game go on sale to the public Wednesday morning. With a 9-1 regular-season record, our Vikings enter the 2026 GHSA State Football Playoffs as the Region 1-7A Champions and the No. 5 overall seed. On Friday, November 13, Lowndes will host South Forsyth (7-3) from Cumming, Georgia.

Valdosta, GA · 3d

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A new voice, a fresh start: Ray City welcomes Councilman Michael Wilson

RAY CITY, Ga. — With his father, Deriel Wilson, present for the ceremony, Michael Wilson took his oath as a Ray City councilman Nov. 10, marking a formal beginning to his service and an encouraging opportunity for the city’s governing body. Mayor Brenda Exum administered the oath during...

Ray City, GA · 1d

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Thanksgiving dinner giveaways and turkey drives across South Georgia

SOUTH GEORGIA — Families across South Georgia can find free Thanksgiving meals and turkeys at several upcoming community events. Here is a list of giveaways in the region. New Mt. Zion of Crossland will serve free Thanksgiving meals on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon, or until the food runs out. The church is located at 179 Sandy Cemetery Road in Norman Park.

Georgia · 2d

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Still serving: Hahira veterans turn pancake breakfast into support for fellow veterans

American Legion Post 218’s successful fundraiser advances Dec. 11 Mayor’s Motorcade to Lake City VA Medical Center. The faces of continued service: Hahira veterans and volunteers gather during American Legion Post 218’s Nov. 7 pancake-and-sausage breakfast at Hahira Community Church. The fundraiser supports the Dec. 11 Mayor’s Motorcade to Lake City VA Medical Center, an effort to provide requested supplies for fellow veterans.

Hahira, GA · 1d

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Petition renews attention to Lanier kitten-cruelty case; animals’ fates remain unknown

LAKELAND, Ga. — Nearly a month after authorities announced an arrest in a Lanier County kitten-cruelty investigation, an animal advocacy organization is renewing public attention to the case — reporting a second arrest while a central question remains unanswered: What happened to the kittens?. The question is particularly...

Lanier County, GA · 1d

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Lowndes Residents Share Opinions on AI Data Center Ordinance

The Lowndes County Board of Commissioners listened to public input on an ordinance draft that placed restrictions on the building of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers at a regular meeting on Nov. 10. On Nov. 2, the board first released the ordinance draft for public comment, following months of community...

Lowndes County, GA · 1d

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Valdosta List Prices Rise as Homes Sit Longer Than the National Pace

Valdosta sellers held firm on prices even as homes spent more time on the market, giving buyers more room to shop carefully.

Valdosta, GA · 1d

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SGMC Health Urges Community to Take Precautions as Flu Cases Rise

Flu activity is increasing earlier than usual this year, and SGMC Health is seeing the trend firsthand. With local flu cases significantly higher than this time last year, health system leaders are encouraging residents to take preventive measures and know where to seek care if they become sick. The trend...

Valdosta, GA · 2d

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VSU teaches integrity to next generation of leadership

VALDOSTA — With a focus on preparing the next generation to lead with integrity, Valdosta State University recently welcomed more than two dozen area high school students to campus for the inaugural ETHOS Student Ethical Leadership program. The Valdosta High School and Cook High School sophomores, juniors, and seniors...

Valdosta, GA · 1d

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