Ri'Shawn Bassette
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Lowndes Co. Schools to install crisis alert systems
The Lowndes County Board of Education has approved a trial run of a new system aimed at keeping students safe. → Read More
SGMC celebrates Thyroid Awareness Month
According to South Georgia Medical Center, they have the only fellowship-trained endocrine surgeon, south of Atlanta. → Read More
VPD speaks on human trafficking prevention
This Month is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The Valdosta Police Department is speaking out about how you can keep your family safe. → Read More
Wisconsin woman dies after long wait in emergency room, family says
On Jan. 2, Tashonna Ward texted her mom saying that she was experiencing chest pains and was going to the emergency room. → Read More
Hahira Middle School students try to help those living with memory loss
A number of students at Hahira Middle School (HMS) hope they left their mark on a few people living at a nursing home. → Read More
Valdosta State Univesity ranked among nation’s best
One of the world’s best colleges and universities when it comes to long-distance education is right here in South Georgia. → Read More
Watch as a school bus barely avoids a train at a crossing in California
A school bus in California came dangerously close to a freight train at a railroad crossing. → Read More
Lowndes Co. Board of Elections needs poll workers
The Lowndes County Board of Elections said for anyone questioning the legitimacy of the election process they have an opportunity for you to see it first-hand. → Read More
Valdosta city councilman talks possible SDS agreement
Valdosta City Council member Andy Gibbs said they have been discussing the agreement amongst themselves for the time being. → Read More
Nationwide systems outage causes problems issuing drivers licenses
Many states are having problems with issuing drivers licenses due to the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators nationwide systems outage. → Read More
Valdosta police catch burglary suspect
Police found the suspect hiding in the business. → Read More
Gov. Kemp attends ribbon-cutting for Walmart facility in Thomasville
Governor Brian Kemp is celebrating over 200 new jobs being brought to South Georgia. → Read More
Rail crossing maintenance coming in Wilcox, Turner counties
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Single-day closures are planned at several rail crossings in Wilcox and Turner counties this month as crews perform maintenance, the Georgia Department of Transportation said Friday. Motorists should note the dates are subject to change based on weather or the railroad company’s schedule. Detour signs will be posted. The upcoming closures start Tuesday, Jan. 14, from 8 a.m.… → Read More
Valdosta mayor reads final proclamation
Valdosta Mayor John Gayle participated in his last proclamation reading Thursday before leaving office. → Read More
Lowndes Co. commissioners approve SDS agreement
Lowndes County commissioners are taking steps, hoping to end a legal battle, going on for the past few years. → Read More
Family receives answers in 1981 Brooks Co. death
A family is finally receiving closure after their daughter disappeared back in 1981 and was found in Brooks County. → Read More
Idaho resort looks for skier after avalanche; 2 others die
The Silver Mountain Resort near the town of Kellogg was closed Wednesday to focus resources on the search for the missing skier. → Read More
No link between talc and ovarian cancer, study says
A study suggests there's no statistically significant link between talcum powder and ovarian cancer, but researchers say questions remain. → Read More
Valdosta Red Cross addresses ‘critical need’ for blood
For anyone who might be hoping to give back for their New Year’s resolution, the Red Cross said donating blood could answer a need. → Read More
Valdosta business delivers a note with a goat
If you haven’t had any luck finding the perfect Christmas present yet, a Valdosta business is offering to help by delivering something pretty unique. → Read More