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Let Southwell help you meet your weight loss goals for the new year
Tifton, Ga. (1/12/26) - Southwell offers medical weight loss programs in Tifton and Sylvester and bariatric weight loss surgery in Tifton. Medical Weight Loss at Allure Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Derron Spikes, MD 907 E. 18th Street, Suite 340, Tifton 229-391-3600…
City of Albany to Extend Operation Safe Place Dates
ALBANY, Ga. - Beginning Sunday, January 11, 2026, the City of Albany will activate Operation Safe Place to provide people with a warm place to stay overnight. According to the current forecast, freezing temperatures are now expected overnight throughout the…
Sylvester-Worth County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with JetStream Media to host Small Business Marketing Lunch and Learn
SYLVESTER, Ga. - Small business owners and entrepreneurs in Worth County are invited to start the new year with practical marketing insight during a free Small…
Let’s Paint It! Pet Portrait Paint & Sip at Armandos Taco & Grill in Moultrie
MOULTRIE, Ga. - Pet lovers in Moultrie have a chance to turn their furry best friend into a one-of-a-kind work of art during…
Pet of the Week: "Murphy"
AMERICUS, Ga. - It's time to meet our Pet of the Week! Say hello to "Murphy!" "Murphy" is a mixed-breed dog just over nine months old. He's been waiting patiently for a family to…
Are You Ready to Witness the Thunder? Monster X Tour rides into Albany Civic Center this Saturday
ALBANY, GA – ARE YOU READY TO WITNESS THE THUNDER? Monster X Tour invades the Albany Civic Center on Saturday, January 10th, 2026 for TWO mind-blowing shows! Saturday,…
Colquitt County NAACP to host 39th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Parade set for Monday, January 19th in downtown Moultrie
MOULTRIE, Ga. - Plans are already underway for a longtime community tradition in Colquitt County, the 39th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday…
Kraken Pro-Wrestling to host first event of 2026 at Chino & Letty’s Place in Tifton this Sunday
TIFTON, Ga. - Kraken Pro-Wrestling is kicking off the new year with high-energy action in Tifton, bringing its first event of 2026 to Chino & Letty’s…
Kaleidoscope Children’s Museum at The Arts Center of Moultrie hosts Second Saturday event
MOULTRIE, Ga. - Looking for a fun and creative way to spend your weekend with the kids? The Kaleidoscope Children’s Museum at The Arts Center…
Male suffers fatal injuries following assault on Pinson Road
ALBANY, Ga. - On January 4, 2026, a male was brought into Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital's Emergency Center with head injuries. He then succumbed to his injuries a short time later. He was identified as Ricky Bernard Williams (24) of…
Local business leaders invest in community through $5,000 donation to Moultrie Police Department Foundation
MOULTRIE, GA — The Moultrie Police Department Foundation is proud to announce a generous $5,000 donation from local business leaders Suken Patel and his business partner, Ramesh Patel. Their contribution reflects a continued commitment to public safety and the…
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia Kicks Off National Cookie Season Welcoming Exploremores™ to the Cookie Lineup and Adobe as National Sponsor
ALBANY, GA (January 8, 2026)— This week, Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia kicks off the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie™ season as Girl Scouts explore more possibilities through the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world. “The Girl Scout Cookie…
The Coin Man brings collectors to Tifton and Sylvester for pair of two Coin Shows on Saturday, January 10 & 24
TIFTON, Ga. - Collectors, investors, and anyone curious about rare coins will have two chances this month to explore unique finds when The Coin Man hosts a pair of January 2026 Coin…
Bandwagon Brewing Company Farmers Market every second & fourth Saturday in downtown Moultrie
MOULTRIE, Ga. - If you’re looking for a way to shop local and spend time with the community, head to downtown Moultrie for the Bandwagon Farmers Market on Saturday,…
Steeda Valdosta’s 2026 Breakfast & Burnouts event this Saturday
VALDOSTA, Ga. - Car enthusiasts across South Georgia are invited to rev up the new year at Steeda Valdosta’s 2026 Breakfast & Burnouts, happening Saturday, January 10, starting at 8…
Thomasville Bicentennial Celebration Kicks Off January 24
THOMASVILLE, Ga. – January 7, 2026 – The City of Thomasville, in partnership with community organizations, invites residents and visitors to celebrate during a free, family-friendly Bicentennial Celebration commemorating Thomasville’s 200th birthday on Saturday, January 24 from 10:00am1:00pm. This…
Newly elected Cordele City Commissioners sworn in at ceremony Tuesday
CORDELE, Ga. - The City of Cordele held its swearing in ceremony in front of Cordele City Hall for newly elected Cordele City Commissioners on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. This included the swearing in of 3 newly elected commissioners…
Phoebe recognizes health system’s first Chief Medical Officer as she celebrates retirement
ALBANY, Ga. - On Tuesday, The Phoebe Putney Health System (PPHS) held a reception honoring Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dianna Grant for her retirement. "Today, we recognized Dr. Dianna Grant as she celebrated her retirement. Dr. Grant joined Phoebe…
TRMC Emergency Department recognizes four staff members for stroke care wins
Tifton, Ga. (1/7/25) - Following the recent implementation of the Code Stroke Launchpad Process, the Tift Regional Medical Center Emergency Department (ED) achieved four stroke “wins” in December thanks to the efforts of the following staff members: Ryan McBrayer, EMT-P, Katie…
20th Annual Combos® Marathon and Half Marathon seeking volunteers for March 7 race
ALBANY, Ga. - Volunteers are needed for the 20th Annual Albany Marathon and Half Marathon on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Volunteers can sign up directly online here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/GA/Albany/SNICKERSMarathon, in person at the Albany Welcome Center or by emailing Katie Jenkins…
Former Echols County Sheriff’s Office employee arrested on multiple charges in misuse of law enforcement data case
STATENVILLE, Ga., January 7, 2026: On Monday, January 5, 2026, about 2:20 p.m., Anna Altobello, 33 years old, was arrested and booked into the Lowndes County Jail on outstanding arrest warrants out of Echols County, Georgia. Altobello has been…
APD asking for the whereabouts of identified One Leaf shoplifting suspect
ALBANY, Ga. - On December 28, 2025, officers responded to One Leaf (1628 Clark Ave) in reference to a shoplifting. The suspect stole several alcoholic beverages while in possession of a firearm. When the store owner attempted to stop…
Man wanted in Camilla captured after assaulting elderly man on New Year’s Day
CAMILLA, Ga. - The Camilla Police Department reported on its Facebook page that Jacquez Jamon Walker was captured on his warrants. (more…)
Albany VFW Post 2785 hosts community indoor Pop-Up Market this Sunday
ALBANY, Ga. - Albany residents are invited to shop local and support area veterans this Sunday at the VFW 2785 Pop-Up Market. The indoor, family-friendly event takes…
Archbold Hospice of Thomasville offers "Good Grief" support session this Thursday
THOMASVILLE, Ga. - As the new year begins, Archbold Thomasville is providing a space for reflection, healing, and connection for those navigating the loss of a loved one.…
