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Waycross man charged with murder in Madison County crash turned homicide Monday
MADISON COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) - The Madison County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Waycross man Monday in connection to a homicide. The sheriff’s office said 21-year-old Detrone Majohnny Middleton Jr. of Waycross, Georgia was arrested Monday. He’s facing a second-degree murder charge, according to deputies, and is being held in the Madison County Jail without bond.
SGMC Health Welcomes Pediatric Hospitalist Dr. Jennifer Carbone
SGMC Health is pleased to welcome Pediatrician Jennifer Carbone, MD, to the health system. Dr. Carbone is a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics and brings a wealth of experience and expertise in pediatric care, specializing in providing compassionate and comprehensive healthcare to children in the hospital setting.
VSU honors retired faculty, staff
VALDOSTA – Valdosta State University honors faculty and staff members at its annual Retiree Recognition Ceremony and Celebration. Valdosta State University recently hosted its annual Retiree Recognition Ceremony and Celebration in honor of the 37 talented and hard-working faculty and staff members who have already retired or will retire by the end of the 2023-2024 academic year.
Portal men's soccer team falls in Sweet 16
The Portal men's varsity soccer team had a long bus ride up to Statenville to take on the Echols County Wildcats in the Sweet Sixteen of the GHSA State Playoffs on Wednesday afternoon. The Panthers lost 1-0 to the Wildcats. The Panthers were coming off of a 3-0 victory in the first round of the playoffs. but could not get that same magic going in this game, Portal was unable to get the ball through net despite their good work on the defensive end. The only difference in the game was a penalty kick that the Wildcats scored off of in...
VPD hold Open Testing hiring event in May
VALDOSTA – The Valdosta Police Department invites anyone looking for a career in Law Enforcement to the Open Testing hiring event. We invite you to our Open Testing hiring event on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9AM, at the Valdosta Police Dept. (500 N Toombs St.). This test is the initial stage of the hiring process, and it could lead to a fantastic career in Law Enforcement at one of the finest Law Enforcement Agencies in the nation.
City of Valdosta Drinking Water Quality and Monitoring
On April 11th, 2024, South Georgia and North Florida experienced an extreme weather event, which included excessive rain and flooding throughout the region. The city of Valdosta, along with other entities, reported several Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs). Following this event, the city has received inquiries regarding concerns about water safety and quality for drinking purposes. We want to assure the public that their health and safety remain our number one priority.
City of Valdosta to host events for Georgia Cities Week
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - The city of Valdosta has announced its participation in “Georgia Cities Week,” which lasts from April 21-27. The goal of the celebration is to recognize and honor the “invaluable contributions of cities across the state,” the city said in a release. The...
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.
City of Valdosta announces road detours for Atlanta Gas upgrade project
VALDOSTA – The City of Valdosta announces road detours in the West Street area for the Atlanta Gas infrastructure upgrade project. The City of Valdosta is pleased to announce a significant infrastructure upgrade project in the West Street neighborhood between River Street and Gordon Street. Atlanta Gas Light aims to enhance the safety and reliability of our community’s gas service mains.
Valdosta Fire Department quickly puts out Saturday afternoon house fire
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - The Valdosta Fire Department (VFD) responded to a residential fire on Saturday afternoon. At around 12:20 p.m., fire units arrived at the 700 block of E. College Street less than four minutes after being dispatched, according to officials. Once crews arrived, they found smoke coming out of the single-family residence.
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