The donation included 110 chickens, bread, canned goods, and many other items.

Officer Devin Tudor was publicly recognized by Mayor Greg Hobbs at Monday night’s city council meeting.

Three South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) Lady Jets are headed to play basketball at the Division One level.

Ragan Norman, of Americus, was selected for that scholarship, which is named after retired SGTC Aviation Maintenance Instructor Mike Cochran.

When a student finishes this program, they may be eligible to be certified as a firefighter or an EMT.

The presentation was held on the front lawn of Coffee Regional.

The City of Thomasville is already gearing up for its 100th Thomasville Rose Show next year.

The City of Moultrie's utilities department just finished putting the community Christmas tree up for the season.

Courtney Chavers was recently recognized for two years of service by Director Jerry Carter.

Lowndes High School’s Class of 2020 graduation rate is 94.1 percent, well above the state’s average at 83.8 percent.

The need for the van was driven by COVID-19 safety protocols that limit the number of passengers allowed in each vehicle.

The sheriff’s office got second place in the Governor’s Challenge Category Four and the Distracted Driving Award at the banquet.

Pine Grove Middle School student Erin Yoo entered the National Chemistry Week Illustrated Poetry contest, where she won at the local level for the sixth through eighth grade level.

Zechariah is the founder of Running 4 Heroes, an organization that runs one mile for every first responder who makes the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

After a half-hour of persuasion, a young man in crisis agreed to go to the hospital with officers.

He was selected as a finalist in the program area of agricultural mechanics repair and maintenance placement.

It’s all part of what they’re calling “Operation Warm Coat."

A Florida angler caught the blue catfish that weighed 110 pounds, beating the previous record by more than 17 pounds.

Valdosta Middle School eighth graders Katya Jackson and Fletcher Adams were the cross country team’s top runners this year.

Michael Dominick, Jr. was awarded the scholarship because of his work ethic, academics and overall class performance.

The food boxes were filled with many items, including meats, vegetables, dairy products and fruit.

The sixth annual contest features pets using their “Walkin' Wheels” wheelchair, helping to raise pet mobility awareness.

A little free library was donated to L.A.M.P., a homeless shelter in Valdosta.

The mentoring program will begin virtually this fall.

VPD got the grant in recognition of its lifesaving work as the coordinating agency of GOHS’ Southern Region Traffic Enforcement Network.

Both the A and B teams swept their competition this season and improved their volleyball skills.

APD decided to purchase and install a door handle for her home so that she could secure it at night.

Vanessa Richardson said her eight-year-old son, Tristan, has had Alopecia Areata since he was 2.

“I’m still just in complete shock," Jenny Holt said. "I’m just honored to even be nominated.”

Two Lowndes County teachers were awarded grants for their “bright ideas.”

This was the first major event since the start of the pandemic.

This month, SJCS students are focusing on and learning about charity through in-school and at-home projects.

$1,000,000 in federal school safety grants is earmarked to improve school safety.

The college rankings were determined by having high-caliber instructors with lots of experience, track record for strong student outcomes and job readiness and high employment rates among graduates

“Grab-n-Go” meal bags will be distributed behind the K-12 school kitchen from 10-10:30 a.m., Wednesday for those virtual learners.

People can watch a virtual countdown nightly at 6 p.m., either online in their home or in their favorite shop or restaurant.

This is the second consecutive year that South Georgia Technical College has earned this distinction.

A Sandston family recently moved into a new home - a healthy space for their growing family - but it was missing something. That’s when a local painter stepped in to make the place really feel like home.

The funds were raised during a recent drive-thru challenge held by McDonald’s restaurants in Florida, Georgia, South and North Carolina.

Reading and writing rose by 24 points and math rose by 14 points.

SGMC nurses have cared for more than 600 COVID-19 patients.

Flu season is here and leaders with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) want you to stay ahead of the virus.

Pilgrim’s is working with leaders to identify where the funds can best help meet immediate and longer-term community needs in three key areas.

Students had to be present or attend virtually to be eligible and the winners were drawn.

Valdosta resident and Warrior Mom Samantha Corriell expressed her gratitude towards the VA and the Women Veterans Program for inviting her to the event.

Sgt. Kenny Purvis, Cpl. Kris Herrick, Deputy Force Commander John Harvey, and Deputy Tara Herrick were recognized.

Gary and Debra Morefield partner with schools throughout the area to host fundraisers, which allow administrators to raise money for underfunded programs and initiatives.

Lots of nutritious food, such as dry goods, meat, bakery, fruit and vegetables, will be distributed.

She gave away 75 book bags to the community and even held a drawing for the parents that came by with their children.

It’s at Thankful Baptist Church, off of Highway 91 South.

This giveaway will take place Thursday and will be set up drive-thru style.

Starting Tuesday, the College from Home section will feature virtual learning and study at home dorm essentials including lap desks, organization tools, accessories and bedding to transform childhood bedrooms into dreamy dorm spaces.

She was crowned Junior Miss National American Ambassador.

After operating costs are covered, all proceeds from the store go to support the foundation each year.

When they got there, they found family members giving CPR to a man who didn’t have a pulse and wasn’t breathing. The officers took over until EMS arrived.

The foundation will continue the device loan program, even though face-to-face instruction is returning in the fall.

In an effort to help combat COVID-19 in Macon County, where he starred as a high school linebacker before going on to a record-setting career, Smith is donating 1,500 face masks that will be distributed to residents.

He lit up the department with his big smile.