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VFD Responds to Structure Fire on East Ann St.

1/21/25

On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 11:43 A.M., the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a residential structure fire at 610 East Anne Street. The first unit arrived on scene within four minutes to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the second floor of an apartment...Read more

City of Valdosta Prepares for Extremely Cold Weather Conditions

1/21/25

The City of Valdosta is taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety of citizens and employees during the extreme cold weather forecasted for the area.

City Office Closures

City offices will be closed beginning today at 4 pm and on...Read more

Prepare Your Home for Colder Temperatures: Tips from the Utilities Department

1/17/25

With colder temperatures on the way, the Valdosta Utilities Department is urging residents to take necessary precautions to protect their homes, water systems, and community.

Key Recommendations for Freezing Weather:

Drip Faucets: Allow water to trickle from indoor and outdoor...Read more

SBA Opens Additional Recovery Center in Georgia to Assist Debby and Helene Survivors

1/17/25

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will open a Business Recovery Center (BRC) in Lowndes County on Friday, Jan. 17, to assist small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations who sustained physical damage and economic losses caused by...Read more

ROAD CLOSURE: S Fry St from HWY 221 N to M.L.K D

1/14/25

The City of Valdosta will close South Fry Street.

Why: To replace a manhole. When: Thursday, January 16, 2025 Where: S Fry St from HWY 221 N to M.L.K Dr.

Details: Both northbound and southbound lanes of S Fry St will be closed to traffic. A detour will redirect vehicles down S...Read more

City of Valdosta Observes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

1/13/25

The City of Valdosta will observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20, resulting in the closure of all city administrative offices and facilities. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

Essential services, such as public safety and emergency services, will...Read more

Sanitation Notice: Holiday Schedule for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

1/13/25

The City of Valdosta Public Works Department has announced changes to the sanitation schedule in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 20. On this day, the Valdosta Public Works Department Sanitation Division will only collect garbage (green roll-out cans). Bulk items and...Read more

City of Valdosta Updates Sewer Pipe Washout Along Sugar Creek

1/10/25

On Monday, January 6, 2025, at approximately 11:20 a.m., City personnel identified a significant issue during inspections along Sugar Creek. The investigation aimed to pinpoint the source of elevated bacterial counts and inflow into lift stations. During the...Read more

Valdosta Encourages Residents to Utilize Click' N Fix App for Reporting Non-Emergency Issues

1/10/25

The City of Valdosta reminds residents of the convenience and efficiency of the Valdosta Click' N Fix app for reporting non-emergency issues and requesting city services. Powered by SeeClickFix, this user-friendly tool makes it easier than ever for citizens to report quality-of-life concerns...Read more

VPD Welcomes First New Officers of 2025

1/10/25

The Valdosta Police Department is proud to announce the addition of 2025's first new officers, Officer Richard Elliott and Officer Alexander Ritter, to the VPD family. Both officers were officially sworn in on January 10, 2024, during a ceremony at the Valdosta Police Department station....Read more