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Albany State has $266 million economic impact on southwest Georgia
ALBANY — Albany State University continues to prove its significance as part of the economic engine in Albany and southwest Georgia, and that significance was highlighted in the University System of Georgia's annual Economic Impact Study. ASU's contribution to the local economy for Fiscal Year 2023, spanning from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, has once again underscored its role as a vital ...
Firearm found in student's backpack at Warner Robins High School
Warner Robins, Ga (WGXA) - The Houston County School District has confirmed that a gun was found at Warner Robins High School on Tuesday. According to a spokesperson, the firearm was discovered during a routine search of a student's backpack. Parents were promptly notified of the incident by the school system. Willie Raines, a local advocate known for hosting school assemblies across Middle Georgia, spoke on the importance of awareness, emphasizing the severe consequences children may face.
More than a dozen incidents in Richmond County schools within first month of class
More than a dozen incidents, half of which involved weapons, have been reported at Richmond County Schools since the start of the 2024-25 school year. Classes resumed on Aug. 5 for elementary schools and Aug. 6 for K-8, middle, magnet and high schools, according to previous reporting. Since the beginning of classes, records...
Free estate planning services offered to Columbus seniors
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - In a joint effort to help reduce property vacancy and abandonment, three organizations are offering free estate planning services to Columbus homeowners aged 62 and older. This initiative, which involves the Land Bank Authority, Georgia Heirs Property Law Center and the Department of Community Reinvestment, aims...
Invasive chameleon clans growing in Florida along Space Coast as people release the exotic pets
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. - Central Florida animal rescues are responding to more chameleon sightings on the Space Coast as the invasive species settles into the Sunshine State. The reptile is a novelty pet for many, but it is also an invasive reptile that threatens Florida’s natural ecosystem. Wild Florida Rescue is noticing more calls about sightings as the reptile rapidly multiplies in the wild.
Florida unveils sign, dedicates State Road A1A for singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett
A highway named in honor of the chief Parrothead and son of a son of a sailor was dedicated on Aug. 30 in Key West. Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, who died on Sept. 1, 2023, was honored during a ceremony with the unveiling of the official sign to mark A1A Jimmy Buffett Memorial...
One person injured following crash along West Pensacola Street just west of Ocala Road, per TPD
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - A crash along West Pensacola Street has left one person injured, according to the Tallahassee Police Department. The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. Friday. The injured person was “conscious and breathing” and has been hospitalized, according to TPD. The westbound lanes of W Pensacola...
Suspects identified in connection to Aug. 18 Valdosta shooting
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - New suspects have been identified after an Aug. 18 shooting in Valdosta. WALB previously reported that the Valdosta Police Department (VPD) was investigating a shooting that happened on Sunday, Aug. 18 at around 4 a.m. According to VPD, several people called E-911 to report that they...
Valdosta State Cheerleaders and Red Hots to Host Kiddie Clinic
VALDOSTA, Ga.- The Valdosta State University Cheerleading Team and Red Hots Dance Team announced it will be hosting its annual Kiddie Clinic at The Complex on Friday, September 13 from 6-8 p.m. for children 3-13 years old. Participants will then have the opportunity to perform side-by-side with the Cheer Team and Red Hots on Saturday, September 14 at 7 p.m. for the Valdosta State home football matchup against Fayetteville State at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium. At the clinic, age groups will be divided to learn cheers, band dances, and stunts from the current VSU Cheerleaders and Dancers. A routine will also be...
Valdosta announced portion of North N. Barack Obama Blvd. will be temporarily closed
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - The city of Valdosta announced that a portion of North N. Barack Obama Blvd. will be closed. The City of Valdosta’s Stormwater Division will close N. Barack Obama Blvd. from Northside Dr. to Eastwind Rd. The road will be closed starting Sept. 3 at 7:00...
Downed trees, power outages reported behind storms
GEORGIA, USA — Some north Georgia counties experienced heavy rain, frequent lightning, and gusty winds as storms moved through the area on Friday. The Storm Prediction Center placed northeast Georgia in a Marginal Risk (Level 1 out of 5) for severe weather. Friday's storms came after multiple severe thunderstorm...
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