Abraiya Ruffin
Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist
WCTV
Abraiya is a recent graduate of Florida A&M University in Broadcast Journalism. She interned with WCTV during her final semester of college and spent the summer of 2023 as a news intern with Bloomberg News in New York City. Abraiya has a passion for storytelling and looks forward to making new connections in the place she loves most, the Sunshine State!
The news comes a week after the City of Cairo voted to approve an agreement with Grady County for the floating homestead local option sales tax.
County leaders said they have not approved a data center project, there are no projects planned at this time and they have not signed any non-disclosure agreements.
Summer is officially over across South Georgia because school is back in session for Grady County Schools (GCS) and other South Georgia schools on Monday.
Calls for change are growing in Thomas County as community members raise concerns regarding the animal control facility.
The City of Valdosta is bringing more life to Main Street with a $24 million investment to help reshape the city.
Some Thomas County roads are getting a much-needed makeover.
Despite the increase in daily showers after South Georgia experienced extreme drought, the rain has apparently overstayed its welcome.
The Haven, a domestic violence shelter in Valdosta, is among various other programs affected after Governor Brian Kemp vetoed funding for next year’s budget.
The community is coming out to enjoy Juneteenth celebrations throughout South Georgia.
Memorial Hospital and Manor is set to receive a financial boost for much needed upgrades.
Decatur County Sheriff’s Office received a $15k grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to purchase new crash tracking technology.
The City of Climax is weighing whether to continue operating its volunteer fire department or shift financial responsibility for fire protection to Decatur County.
The City of Thomasville awarded a multiyear grant for renovations to the Thomasville Municipal Auditorium.
A $200 million investment is coming to Decatur County, and local leaders anticipate a big economic boost for the community.
As family and friends prepare to say goodbye to an 18-year-old high school football star who recently died in a Tallahassee shooting, his former coach and mentor is reflecting on the teen’s legacy.
For the first time ever in Thomasville, young voices will have a seat at the table and a close look at local government.
A special 90th birthday celebration was held for a local historian, Jack Hadley, who has spent a lifetime helping, educating and pouring into others.
The City of Cairo is considering the approval of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 287 (g) agreement with the Cairo Police Department during a City Commission meeting Wednesday night.
Loads of fish, fun and friendly faces were around Saturday afternoon as the Grady County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) offered free meals for anyone in need.
Florida A&M University held the annual North Florida Homeless/At-Risk Veterans Stand Down event on Friday and Saturday this week to fight against veteran homelessness.
Recent rainfall is providing much-needed relief to almost everyone across the South Georgia area, but it still hasn’t been enough to break the severe drought.
The two treatments, Kisunla and Leqembi, have been available for about three years and have been used at other hospitals and research centers.
Getting patients in and out faster at Memorial Hospital and Manor in Bainbridge and officials say it’s all because of their fast track system.
Lowndes County is expecting an economic boost due to the upcoming National Hot Rod Association Southern National Championships hosted at South Georgia Motorsports Park.
Three brothers marking a major milestone as they accept their GED diploma, in an early ceremony for their mom battling an advanced stage of cancer.
