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As Tropical Storm Debby moves through South Georgia, residents are facing extended power outages, particularly in Echols County and nearby areas. Slash Pine EMC is actively working to restore power to affected communities, but challenges remain due to the storm's impact.

Power Outages Persist Across South Georgia Due to Tropical Storm Debby

by Thom ChandlerAugust 5, 2024August 5, 2024

Georgia braces for severe weather as Tropical Depression Four approaches, potentially intensifying into Tropical Storm Debby, while a heat advisory warns of dangerous temperatures.

Heat and Storms to Impact Georgia As Debby Approaches

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2024August 3, 2024

According to the Valdosta Fire Department, the car fire was caused by a leaking fuel line.

Fire

Car Fire Shuts Down Valdosta’s Customer Service Building

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

The Valdosta Police Department triumphed over the Valdosta Fire Department in the annual Battle of the Badges Community Blood Drive held on July 17 at the City Hall Annex. This friendly competition, aimed at rallying community blood donations, was organized in collaboration with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, the primary blood supplier for South Georgia Medical Center.

Valdosta Police Department Wins Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive

by Thom ChandlerJuly 22, 2024July 22, 2024

The Echols County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning about a scam involving a person impersonating an investigator from their office. This individual is calling citizens, asking for money, and using spoofed phone numbers to make it appear as though the calls are coming from the Sheriff's Office.

Crime

Scam Alert: Fake Investigator Posing as Echols County Sheriff’s Office

by Thom ChandlerJuly 22, 2024July 22, 2024

The FBI is putting money on the table. They're offering up to $3,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those behind a recent bank robbery.

Crime

FBI Offers $3,000 For Leads on Unknown South Georgia Bank Robber

by Thom ChandlerJuly 18, 2024

prison, prison cell, jail

Crime

50-Year-Old Georgia Man Gets 27 Years for Child Sex Abuse in Hotel Room

by Thom ChandlerJuly 13, 2024July 13, 2024

A significant drug trafficking operation in Adel was dismantled recently, leading to the arrests of Shyiem Marquon Banks, 28, and Roderick Dion Collins, 36. This action resulted from a search warrant executed at their residence, where substantial quantities of drugs and firearms were found.

Crime

Two Arrested in Drug Trafficking Bust in Adel

by Thom ChandlerJuly 5, 2024July 5, 2024

Man Using Macbook

How To Find The Best Internet Provider in Valdosta

by Thom ChandlerJune 17, 2024June 17, 2024

Five Georgia school districts have been awarded federal grants to buy electric school buses.

These 5 Georgia School Districts Are Getting Electric Buses

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 4, 2024June 4, 2024

The Gist: Claud Bradley Almon, Jr., a renowned high school football coach in Georgia, died peacefully at his home on Friday, May 17, at the age of 83.

Legendary Georgia High School Football Coach Claud “Brad” Almon Dies at 83

by Thom ChandlerMay 23, 2024May 23, 2024

🚨 The Gist: A routine traffic stop turned into a high-speed police chase on Highway 129 in Echols County, resulting in the arrest of two suspects and the seizure of narcotics and a firearm.

Crime

Video: 120 mph Police Chase in Echols County

by Thom ChandlerApril 30, 2024April 30, 2024

🔍 The Gist: A 17-year-old has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation following a quadruple shooting at a post-prom party in Fitzgerald which resulted in one fatality and three injuries.

Crime

17-Year-Old Arrested in Fatal Quadruple Shooting at Fitzgerald Prom Party

by Thom ChandlerApril 29, 2024April 29, 2024

💨 The Gist: Valdosta faces a morning of recovery following a severe overnight storm, prompting school closures and a citywide effort to restore disrupted services.

Valdosta Grapples with Aftermath of Severe Overnight Storm

by Thom ChandlerMarch 27, 2024March 27, 2024

Aldi is set to open its first store in Tifton, at 1805 West U.S. Highway 82, broadening the community's access to economical shopping choices.

Food

When Is The New Aldi Opening in Tifton?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 12, 2024March 12, 2024

🤝 The Gist: Valdosta city officials and community leaders gathered last week to celebrate and support the establishment of Second Harvest of South Georgia's new headquarters, marking a significant stride in the battle against community hunger.

Second Harvest Opens New Headquarters in Valdosta

by Thom ChandlerMarch 6, 2024March 6, 2024

🚨 The Gist: After nine years of legislative service, Representative Clay Pirkle has announced his retirement from the Georgia House of Representatives, marking the end of his tenure in public office.

Georgia Lawmaker Clay Pirkle Announces Retirement

by Thom ChandlerMarch 1, 2024March 1, 2024

Lighted Candles in Close-up Photography

Valdosta’s New Initiative Empowers Teens to Combat Youth Violence

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 29, 2024February 29, 2024

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