UPDATE: Pridemore to resign from Georgia Public Service Commission
Georgia Public Service Commissioner Tricia Pridemore is resigning four months from the end of her term. In an email to Gov. Brian Kemp, she said her last day will be Sept. 4.
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VSU Learning in Retirement kicks off new season Aug. 31
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Lowndes County Board of Commissioners to consider data center moratorium
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Valiants face stiff Alabama road test at Cottonwood
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‘Cats open season at Jones Co. Friday night
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Vikings kick off regular season against Jenkins
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SGBC celebrates milestone for Chef Acree’s Heavenly Spice Blend Seasoning
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WILLIAM WHITE: Curing symptoms
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Turner Center to Host Live Painting Demonstration with Steven S. Walker
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No Expiration Date: Jennifer Powell redefines age in taekwondo
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Jackson reveals affordability plan while defending business dealings with state
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Valdosta State Athletics announces clear bag policy at home athletic events
VALDOSTA – Valdosta State University Athletics announced the implementation of a Clear Bag policy at home Blazer athletic events this year. This policy is for all ticketed sports including baseball, […]
Former Georgia correctional officer cadet sentenced for meth smuggling
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Stephens, Thomas join VSU athletic training staff
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Brandon Cerezola joins VSU women’s basketball staff
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Southern Georgia Regional Commission Council scheduled Aug. 27
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Hahira plans public hearings
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Church Briefs Aug. 20
Youth Extravaganza Event, 3 p.m. Aug. 22, You’re Good Enough for Jesus Outreach Ministries, 104 West Thigpen Ave., Lakeland, Ga. Guest speaker: Rev. Ronnie Evans, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, Valdosta. […]
Wiregrass Dean Jennifer Ray selected for South GeorgiaLEADS Regional Leadership Initiative
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