News

3/1/25

On Friday, February 28, 2025 , at approximately 3:00 PM , the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at 3104 Sundance Circle . The first fire unit arrived in less than four minutes to find flames and heavy smoke coming from a...Read more

2/28/25

The City of Valdosta’s Debris Removal Contractor will conduct a final collection of root balls as part of ongoing storm cleanup efforts. Root balls with 50% or more of the root mass exposed will be removed and backfilled by the contractor, while those with 50% or less will be flush-cut to ground...Read more

2/27/25

The City of Valdosta proudly recognized the winners of the Valdosta State University (VSU) Social Media Awards during the Valdosta City Council meeting on Thursday, February 20. Mayor Scott James Matheson, Community Engagement Coordinator Kasmira Smith, and Inspections Manager Rick Mefford...Read more

2/27/25

Get ready to experience an electrifying evening under the stars as Azalea After Dark returns for its third annual celebration! Hosted at Unity Park Amphitheater (301 E. Central Ave.) on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, this highly anticipated event will once again bring...Read more

2/26/25

On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at approximately 11:46 p.m. , the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of an apartment fire at 2313 N. Barack Obama Blvd. The first fire unit arrived on scene within three minutes to find smoke and flames coming from the second story of the...Read more
2/25/25
Ever wondered what it’s really like to be a police officer? Now’s your chance to find out! The Valdosta Police Department is excited to announce that registration is officially open for the 41st session of the Citizens Police Academy (CPA), which will be held each Thursday night, April 17 through...Read more
2/24/25

On Sunday, February 23, 2025, at approximately 9:02 p.m., the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at 705 Langdale Drive. The first fire unit arrived in less than three minutes to find flames and heavy smoke coming from a single-family home. Nineteen fire...Read more

2/24/25
Valdosta, GA [February 24, 2025] – The Valdosta Fire Department proudly welcomed four new firefighters and recognized several well-earned promotions during a graduation and promotion ceremony on Friday, February 21, 2025. Firefighters Makayla Hatchett, Keanu Hannon, Donald O’Leary, and Rashawn...Read more
2/22/25

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at approximately 8:40 a.m. , the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a residential structure fire at 306 Hines Street . The first fire unit arrived on scene in less than four minutes to find heavy smoke coming...Read more

2/20/25
February 20, 2025 – Southland Contractors will close Oakdale Drive at South Sherwood Drive on Monday, February 24, 2025, to complete drainage structure improvements and asphalt pavement patching. The closure is expected to last approximately 1 to 1.5 weeks. While Oakdale Drive will be closed at...Read more

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