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Valdosta man arrested on 9 warrants, other charges after brief police pursuit
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - A Valdosta man is now in jail after being arrested and charged in connection to a police chase and warrants from earlier in 2024. Around 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, a detective saw Jerod Edwards, 29, a suspect wanted on nine warrants connected to a domestic violence incident, driving on the 2400 block of North Ashley Street, according to a police release.
Interstate Motorist Arrested After Firing Handgun at Law Enforcement
Sheriff Doug Hanks reports the arrest of RAFAEL RODRIGUEZ MOREY, 29, of Citrus Springs, Florida after he fired a handgun at law enforcement officers after a dispute over a tow bill he incurred from interstate 75. On April 18th, 2024, at approximately 3:24am, Deputies with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office...
Kendrick Johnson's family hoping judge will side with them in lawsuit over Georgia teen's 2013 death
ATLANTA — After over a decade, the family of a Georgia teen who was found dead, rolled up in a gym mat, said they're continuing to fight for justice by filing for a summary judgment in their lawsuit against law enforcement agencies over the investigations into the death and autopsies that determined it was accidental.
Valdosta’s Sallas Mahone Elementary receives Military Flagship School honor
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Sallas Mahone Elementary School was 1 of 17 schools in the state of Georgia to be recognized as a Military Flagship School, State Superintendent Dr. Richard Woods says the number grows each year as schools show support for the students with military parents. “It’s always been...
Something Good: Valdosta Boys and Girls Club celebrates 80 years
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - This something good is about a new leader and a major milestone for the Boys and Girls Club in Valdosta!. It’s celebrating 80 years of youth development and naming its first woman as executive director!. Kristin Hanna started as a part-time staff member ten years...
Bob Malone to perform at Valdosta Music Series
VALDOSTA – The Turner Center for the Arts to host Bob Malone to perform at the 2024 Levitt AMP Valdosta Music Series. The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts will host music industry veteran Bob Malone from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Turner Center Art Park, 605 North Patterson Street, on Fri., April 19, 2024.
Health advisory issued for part of Withlacoochee River after wastewater overflow in Valdosta
HAMILTON COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) - Officials with the Florida Department of Health in Hamilton and Madison counties issued a health advisory Wednesday for the Withlacoochee River. The advisory was issued because of a wastewater overflow that happened late last week in Valdosta as a result of recent flooding. The health...
Red team tops white team in Blazers annual spring game
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WCTV) - Valdosta State football hosted their annual spring game Thursday night as the ‘red team’ went on to beat the ‘white team’ 10-7. The ‘Red Team,’ was led by quarterback Seth Smith who was able to connect with Jaiveon Tucker for a huge first down to set up a rushing touchdown by Joseph McKay.
Wiregrass designated Military Friendly School
VALDOSTA – Wiregrass earns the 2024-2025 Military Friendly School Gold Award for programs and support for veterans. Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has been designated a Military Friendly® School Gold Award recipient in the Small Community College category once again. The designation is given to colleges for having outstanding programs and support for our nation’s veterans and their families.
VMS volleyball player selected for 2024 All State Game
VALDOSTA – A Valdosta Middle School volleyball player has been selected for the 2024 Georgia Middle School Volleyball All State Game. Valdosta City Schools would like to extend our sincere congratulations to middle school player, Peyton Deal who has been selected to play in the 2024 Georgia Middle School Volleyball All State Game!
Valdosta to participate in “Georgia Cities Week” celebration
VALDOSTA – The City of Valdosta will participate in the “Georgia Cities Week” annual celebration in recognizing cities across the state. The City of Valdosta is proud to announce their participation in “Georgia Cities Week,” scheduled from April 22 to April 26, 2024. This annual celebration is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the invaluable contributions of cities across the state.
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