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Valdosta celebrates Georgia Cities Week success
VALDOSTA – The City of Valdosta celebrates the success of Georgia Cities Week with the return of Touch-A-Truck Event. The City of Valdosta is pleased to announce the successful return of its Touch-A-Truck event, which took place on April 26, 2024, as part of the statewide celebration of Georgia Cities Week. This highly anticipated event provided children and families with a unique opportunity to interact with various vehicles utilized by city departments daily.
Brown Bag Concert Series returns to Downtown Valdosta
VALDOSTA – The Main Street Office will host the highly anticipated return of the Brown Bag Concert Series in Downtown Valdosta. The beloved Brown Bag Concert Series is making its highly anticipated return! Presented by the Main Street Office, this iconic lunchtime event will take place in Downtown Valdosta from Monday, May 6 to Friday, May 10.
Hot weekend ahead with a few afternoon storms
Prepare for a significant rise in temperatures. We're anticipating one of the hottest days this year, with daytime highs expected to reach the lower 90s this afternoon. A few pop-up showers will be possible by the late afternoon and evening, but rain chances will stay around 20%. Get ready for...
Local Street Dancer Spreads Smiles
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Horns blowing, cars zooming by, waiting at lights. No one likes dealing with rush hour. But then you look over, and there’s music, fancy footwork, and a wave. “I’m just out here making people smile.” Valdosta resident Kevonta Browne said. He makes people...
Charges pending against Valdosta bicyclist following Monday afternoon accident
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - A bicyclist is facing charges after a Monday afternoon traffic accident in Valdosta. Shortly before 4:30 p.m., on April 29, authorities were dispatched to the 1400 block of West Hill Avenue in response to a bicyclist being struck by a vehicle. A 58-year-old male bicyclist was...
Governor Brian Kemp to visit Valdosta for groundbreaking ceremony, bill signing
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - Governor Brian Kemp will be making two stops in Valdosta on Monday, April 30. The first stop will be at Arglass at 11 a.m. for a groundbreaking ceremony. Arglass leadership, along with Governor Kemp, will break ground and share their collective vision for the expansion. He will be touring the facility and sharing remarks on how the new industry is helping the state.
VLPRA announces closure of Langdale Park trails
VALDOSTA – The Valdosta-Lowndes County Parks and Recreation Authority announces the closure of all trails at Langdale Park. All trails at Langdale Park are closed. We do plan to open them again at some point, but hundreds of trees fell during Hurricane Idalia and every trail suffered significant damage.
2025 running back schedules Tennessee visit
2025 running back prospect Todd Robinson will officially visit Tennessee. Robinson will officially visit Tennessee on June 21. He will also officially visit Alabama on May 31 and Georgia on June 7. The 5-foot-11, 195-pound three-star running back is from Valdosta High School in Valdosta, Georgia. Robinson ranks as the...
FCCU fundraiser for animal rescue organizations including Valdosta
VALDOSTA – The First Commerce Credit Union launches a fundraiser for local animal rescue organizations including Valdosta. In recognition of National Pet Month in May, First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) has launched its third annual fundraiser to support local animal rescue organizations caring for abused and abandoned animals. In addition to raising funds throughout the month, the initiative seeks to raise awareness about pet adoption and help homeless animals find their fur-ever homes.
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