Area News
Won Jae Jo Earns College of Science and Mathematics Excellence Award at VSU
VALDOSTA — Won Jae Jo of Gurye, Jeollanam-do, South Korea, is the recipient of the Fall 2025 President’s Award for Academic Excellence for the College of Science and Mathematics at Valdosta State University. The President’s Award for Academic Excellence is presented to a high-performing graduating student in each of VSU’s six colleges — Harley Langdale…
Read MoreWild Adventures Christmas Wild & Bright Set to Return
VALDOSTA, Ga. – Wild Adventures Theme Park announced its annual holiday event, Wild Adventures Christmas Wild & Bright, is set to return with new attractions. The region’s largest Christmas celebration will run on select days starting on November 21 through New Year’s Eve. “The Christmas spirit is brighter and wilder than ever,” said Asher Raymond, public…
Read MoreVPD’s Shop with a Cop Returns December 15 to Bring Joy to Local Youth
The Valdosta Police Department is inviting the community to help bring holiday joy to local children through its annual Shop with a Cop program. With the support of generous donors, children ages 4–12 are given the chance to shop for holiday gifts side-by-side with a Valdosta police officer, creating special memories and meaningful connections. “This…
Read MoreABAC Names New Chief of Police
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Tompkins as the Chief of Police, effective November 10, 2025. Chief Tompkins has served ABAC with distinction for more than 17 years, most recently as Assistant Chief, and brings extensive experience, leadership, and dedication to this vital role. Throughout his tenure, he…
Read MoreSouth Georgia State College Welcomes Chancellor Sonny Perdue and Celebrates Major Institutional Milestones
South Georgia State College (SGSC) recently celebrated a season of achievement, welcoming University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Sonny Perdue to its Douglas Campus and marking several historic milestones including a perfect accreditation review and the success of its first-ever comprehensive campaign, all underscoring the college’s impact across South Georgia. During his visit, Chancellor Perdue…
Read MoreTegu spike spurs status update
In 2018, DNR began investigating odd reports of big lizards scuttling across dirt roads, hiding under homes and lurking around chicken houses in Tattnall and Toombs counties. That response quickly turned into an all-out push to eradicate what is now considered a wild population of Argentine black and white tegus. These south American reptiles may…
Read MoreGive Thanks For Food Safety This Thanksgiving
Tips to Keep Your Holiday Feast Healthy and Delicious VALDOSTA – As Thanksgiving approaches, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is encouraging families to make food safety part of their holiday menu. Whether your turkey is roasted, smoked, or deep-fried, safe preparation and handling are essential to enjoying a happy and healthy…
Read MoreGeorgia’s Youth Birding T-Shirt Art Contest Opens
Social Circle, GA Thursday, November 13, 2025, 08:35 am Hey, kids! Do you enjoy nature as well as creating artwork? Georgia’s 20th annual Youth Birding Competition invites children and teens from across the state to celebrate birds through its T-shirt art contest. Participants are asked to draw or paint a native Georgia bird that has…
Read MoreCONSUMER ALERT: Carr Warns of Dangerous Synthetic Opioids Flooding Gas Stations
ATLANTA, GA – Attorney General Chris Carr is warning Georgians about the dangers of products containing 7-OH, an opioid-like substance that is flooding gas stations, vape shops, and convenience stores. 7-OH (formally known as 7-hydroxymitragynine) is a chemical compound that naturally occurs in low levels in the kratom plant. Isolated or concentrated forms of 7-OH…
Read MoreRenee Mulkey Earns James L. and Dorothy H. Dewar College of Education and Human Services Excellence Award at VSU
VALDOSTA — Ashley Renee Mulkey of Braselton, Georgia, is the recipient of the Fall 2025 President’s Award for Academic Excellence for the James L. and Dorothy H. Dewar College of Education and Human Services at Valdosta State University. The President’s Award for Academic Excellence is presented to a high-performing graduating student in each of VSU’s…
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