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12/11/20
The Honorable Judge Vernita Lee Bender will be lying in repose on Friday, December 11, 2020, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at Crossing Jordan Baptist Church located at 1401 Cypress Street, Valdosta, Georgia where Ronnie Mathis serves as the Pastor. A Private Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM,...Read more
12/10/20

The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is working diligently to prepare for the arrival and distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine.

While the exact arrival date for the vaccine has yet to be determined (as of December 9, 2020), the staff within South Health...Read more

12/8/20

The City of Valdosta is heartbroken to hear of the passing of Municipal Court Judge Vernita Bender.

"Judge Bender leaves behind a legacy of outstanding leadership, public service, and memories that we will always cherish. She was a friend and mentor for City employees, as well as many...Read more

11/25/20

The City of Valdosta and the Ossipe Temple are gearing up for the Greater Valdosta Annual Christmas Parade scheduled for Saturday, December 5 at 6 p.m. This year the theme is “Christmas Lights and Winter Nights

The parade will start at Woodrow Wilson Drive and proceed south down N....Read more

11/24/20

The Valdosta Main Street office has released its 28th edition in the series of the Downtown Valdosta Christmas ornaments. These local collectibles celebrate historic downtown landmarks and make wonderful holiday gifts.

The red ornament was designed by the Main Street staff and features...Read more

11/24/20

On Tuesday, November 24, Mayor Scott James Matheson and community members gathered Downtown at The Flower Gallery to read a proclamation ahead of Small Business Saturday.

“Downtown Valdosta Main Street is the center of locally-owned businesses,” said Mayor Matheson. “They support and...Read more

11/19/20

From stuffing to roasting to leftovers, everyone has a favorite Thanksgiving turkey menu. As you plan your holiday meal, the Valdosta Fire Department wants you to keep safety in mind.

Cooking is the biggest cause of home...Read more

11/19/20

Citizens are invited to join Mayor Scott James Matheson and Lowndes County Chairman Bill Slaughter as they officially kick off the holiday season in Valdosta – Lowndes County at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting, on Friday, Dec 4, at 6:00 p.m. Attendees of all ages will enjoy a special visit...Read more

11/16/20

Valdosta Police Department is Hiring. We are holding an open testing session on Thursday, December 3, 2020, at 6 pm. We allow entrance starting at 5:30pm. The test is limited to the first 20 people that arrive due to keeping with social distancing guidelines. We also ask everyone that attends to...Read more

11/12/20

On November 11, 2020, City Manager Mark Barber appointed Human Resources Director Catherine Ammons and Public Works Director Richard Hardy as Valdosta’s new Deputy City Managers.

The appointment is effective immediately. Both Ammons and Hardy will still maintain their director role...Read more

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