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ON THE ROAD: Exploring Dewey City, Thomasville's first Black neighborhood, through stories and history
THOMAS COUNTY, GA (WTXL) — Dewey City dates back more than a century, to a time when segregation limited where Black families could live. So families built a community of their own — with homes, businesses, churches, and schools. Now, some of those places are gone or look completely different.
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Thomasville to host its first-ever PorchFest, turning historic neighborhood into live music venue
THOMAS COUNTY, GA (WTXL) — Thomasville is joining the PorchFest tradition for the first time, bringing neighbors together to enjoy local music while celebrating the city's historic neighborhood. WATCH FULL REPORT BELOW:. 10 local bands and musical acts will perform along East Jefferson Street, transforming front porches into live...
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Get Wired Up! Wiregrass brings free music festival, TechXpo, entertainment and community fun to South Georgia
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is inviting communities across South Georgia to experience Wired Up! TechXpo, a free, interactive community event combining education, technology, entertainment, shopping, food, games, rides, contests and giveaways. Adding even more excitement to this year’s Wired Up! TechXpo is the Giant Musical Chairs Contest held on the Valdosta Campus.
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One Georgia field holds a prison, a cemetery, and a museum found nowhere else
Andersonville National Historic Site sits in southwest Georgia, about 10 miles from Americus and roughly three hours south of Atlanta. The park holds three pieces of American history in one place: the old Camp Sumter prison grounds, the National Prisoner of War Museum and Andersonville National Cemetery. No other site...
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Fiestas Patrias brings Hispanic culture, music and community celebration to downtown Cairo
CAIRO, Ga. — The sights, sounds and flavors of Hispanic culture took over downtown Cairo Saturday as Fiestas Patrias Cairo-Main Street returned for its fifth year. The free community celebration was held Sept. 12 along North Broad Street, with festivities scheduled from 11 a.m. into the evening. The event highlighted Hispanic heritage through live music, food, art, dance and family activities.
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‘If walls could talk’: Historical marker unveiled at Harris Home on Whitney Avenue
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — The Harris Home historical landmark on Whitney Avenue now has a new piece of history on its front lawn. A historical marker was unveiled in front of the house Friday, Sept. 11. Last year, the county approved making the home a landmark. Built in 1931,...
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Winners Announced In Suwannee Riverkeeper Songwriting Contest
HAHIRA – WWALS announces the winners from the September 12th Suwannee Riverkeeper Songwriting Contest. Hahira, Georgia, September 14, 2026 — WWALS is proud to announce the winners of the Suwannee Riverkeeper Songwriting Contest. They played Saturday evening, September 12, at the 4-H Club in Lake Park, Georgia, on the shores of Long Pond, as part of WWALS River Revue.
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WCTV Band of the Week: Thomasville Marching Bulldogs perform half time show
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - WCTV is excited to announce the Thomasville Marching Bulldogs as the Band of the Week!. Each Football Friday Night, WCTV is highlighting a local band. Watch the video above to see the Thomasville Marching Bulldogs perform a part of their halftime show. To keep up with...
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Otis Redding Way dedicated on Cotton Avenue to honor soul legend’s 85th birthday
MACON COUNTY, Ga. (WGXA) — A newly rededicated area of downtown Macon is honoring the community's continued celebration of the life and legacy of a soul singer who once called middle Georgia home. Otis Redding is considered one of the most influential performers and songwriters in modern music. He...
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Patriot Day Events in Tifton this Week
TIFTON, Ga. – The Exchange Club of Tifton invites the public to celebrate America and remember its past on Patriot Day. Field of Flags Display – In Memory of 2,977 Lives Lost | September 9th-12th | Tifton Fire Department Main Station, 403 Forrest Avenue. Tomb of the Unknown...
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Albany State’s first female head drum major makes history
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — Edreka Coleman, a music education major at Albany State University, has become the school’s first-ever female head drum major. While women have been a part of the band for years, this is the first time a woman will be leading the entire band in a role typically held by men in the school’s history, ASU says.
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Nashville’s Best Labor Day Weekend Events You Can’t Miss
Nashville is keeping its Labor Day weekend rooted in what the city does best, live music, while also carving out space to spotlight local Black-owned business for anyone looking to shop with purpose over the holiday. Music returns to Centennial Park. Musicians Corner’s Free Fest returns to Centennial Park, running...
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Cairo Main Street Gets Down Saturday Night
CAIRO, Ga. – Cairo Main Street invites the public to a night of live music and great vibes at the Downtown GetDown Concert Series! Grab your friends, bring your lawn chairs, and come enjoy an unforgettable evening of music and community downtown!. Shop, Dine, Unwind! Cairo’s downtown area is...
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Albany Celebrates Arts & Agriculture Expo 2026 Saturday
ALBANY, Ga. – Mark your calendars! This Saturday is a celebration of art, agriculture, and community! Get ready for Albany’s Arts & Agriculture Expo 2026. Organizers invite the public to join them for a day filled with local artists, farmers, and landowners coming together to honor a true agricultural legend, Mrs. Shirley Sherrod, as she celebrates 60 years of dedication to the land and community.