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“SURVIVOR 50 Challenge” kicks off Friday, January 30th
CBS Entertainment (Paramount) — To celebrate the milestone 50th season of SURVIVOR, CBS is launching the SURVIVOR 50 State Challenge — a nationwide activation that brings the spirit of the game to fans across…
Exhibit on Civil Rights Leader Lonnie C. King, Jr. coming to Dougherty County Public Library
Albany, Georgia - The traveling exhibit Lonnie C. King Jr.: The Life and Legacy of a Civil Rights Leader, will be on display at Northwest Library from February 9 to March 9, 2026. This free exhibition offers community members…
Sip, shop, and support local at Pretoria Fields Brewing's Local Love Market
ALBANY, Ga. - Pretoria Fields Brewing in Albany is inviting the community to come together for its Local Love Market on Sunday, February 1, from noon to 4 p.m. This…
Kick up your heels with Line Dancing with Christina Johnson at Hubs and Hops in Thomasville
THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Looking for a fun way to start your weekend while getting in a little movement? Hubs and Hops is inviting the community to a high-energy…
AWARE/WrestleSouth presents Awesome Achievements professional wrestling event in Newton
NEWTON, Ga. - Baker County is getting ready for an action-packed night as live professional wrestling comes to town this weekend. AWARE and WrestleSouth are teaming up to…
Hootenanny brings live folk music and dancing to the Turner Center for the Arts in Valdosta
VALDOSTA, Ga. - If you’re in the mood for toe-tapping tunes, lively dance, and a touch of cultural flair, the Turner Center for the Arts has…
The Treehouse Children's Advocacy Center of Thomas County to host annual Casino Night benefit fundraiser for child abuse and neglect prevention
THOMASVILLE, Ga. - A night of entertainment with a powerful purpose is coming to Thomasville later this week. The Treehouse Children's Advocacy Center…
Ashburn-Turner County Chamber of Commerce to host “The Price Is Local” Annual Membership Banquet celebrating local businesses
ASHBURN, Ga. - A night dedicated to celebrating hometown pride and local success is just around the corner. The Ashburn-Turner County Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to…
Albany-Dougherty Land Bank advances homeownership and builds community wealth
ALBANY, Ga. — The Albany-Dougherty Land Bank is expanding access to homeownership and strengthening neighborhoods by returning tax-delinquent and abandoned properties to productive use, creating pathways for residents to build long-term wealth. Established in 2017 as an independent authority by the…
Crisp County Middle School Lady Cougars win Deep South Conference Championship
CORDELE, GA- JANUARY 27, 2026 - The Crisp County School System is excited to share the recent Championship win by the Crisp County Middle School Lady Cougars. The Lady Cougars had an undefeated season (17-0). The team claimed the…
Criminal trespass/attempted burglary leads to a shooting in the 1500 block of Dawson Road
(Albany, GA) On January 28, 2026, at around 2:30 a.m., officers responded to a reported shooting at an apartment complex in the 1500 block of Dawson Road. Upon arrival, officers determined that Tommy Poole (36) had sustained multiple gunshot wounds…
Danfair Express brings U-Haul trucks to Americus
AMERICUS, Ga. (Jan. 27, 2026) — U-Haul Co. of Georgia is pleased to announce that Danfair Express #3, a local gas station, signed on as a U-Haul® neighborhood dealer to serve the Americus community. Danfair Express at 402 W. Forsyth…
Support those in need through City of Thomasville’s Project SHARE program
THOMASVILLE, Ga. - The Thomasville community has a history of supporting local organizations that assist our neighbors during times of need. Through a continued collaboration between the City of Thomasville and the Salvation Army of Thomasville, you can support…
Southwest Georgian faces 30 years in prison for teenage sextortion crime
VALDOSTA, Ga. – A Berrien County, Georgia, man is facing up to 30 years in prison for attempting to sextort a teenager he met over Snapchat. Cenobio Olguin, Jr., 24, of Lenox, Georgia, pleaded guilty to one count of attempted…
Fitzgerald woman dies in shooting, GBI investigating
FITZGERALD, Ga. - According to our news partners with the Tifton Grapevine Newsletter... The GBI is investigating the shooting death Sunday of a 29-year-old woman in Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald Police found Shekela Woodard of Fitzgerald shot and killed at about 2:30 a.m. Sunday in the 100 block of Sullivan Court, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Reports are that a party was…
Animals found slain at Tift county wildlife rehab
TIFTON, Ga. - According to our news partners with the Tifton Grapevine Newsletter... Approximately 10 animals were discovered killed Monday at a Tift County wildlife rehabilitation facility in what the owner-operator calls a "massacre." Jessica L. Pisciotta, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator with Steadfast Wildlife Rescue Rehab Inc., said on…
GDOT: Bellview Road to close for replacement of bridge over Big Drain Creek in Miller county
MILLER Co., Ga. - What: Bellview Road is scheduled to close to non-local traffic in early February for replacement of the bridge over Big Drain Creek. The bridge is located about five miles east of the city of Colquitt and was…
GDOT: SR 133 traffic shift in Dougherty county
DOUGHERTY Co., Ga. - Dougherty Co: on Sat. we told you about SR 133 traffic moving to a new alignment this week (see the Jan. 24 post in the feed below). Due to that traffic shift motorists won't be…
City of Albany Job Fair happening TODAY!
ALBANY, Ga. - Looking for a Career Opportunity? Are you interested in advancing your career? Today is a great day to apply for your future endeavors. Join us today at the City of Albany Job Fair! On-site interviews are…
Warming centers open across South Georgia ahead of extreme cold conditions
ALBANY, Ga. - The following is a list of cold weather relief/warming centers open across South Georgia ahead of extreme cold conditions: This is a developing list and will be updated as more information becomes available. Warming centers: Albany Transit…
Dougherty County Rotary Club invites members of the public to Discover Rotary Meet and Greet event
ALBANY, Ga. - Looking to meet new people, expand your professional network, and make a difference in your community? The Dougherty County Rotary Club is inviting…
Moultrie–Colquitt County Chamber of Commerce to host first Business After Hours networking event of the year
MOULTRIE, Ga. - The Moultrie–Colquitt County Chamber of Commerce is kicking off the new year with its first Business After Hours networking event of 2026, inviting local…
Exchange Club of Lee County to host Burgers & Bingo Winter Event to benefit local community, youth, and child abuse prevention projects
LEESBURG, Ga. - Looking for a fun night out that also supports a great cause? The Exchange Club of Lee County is inviting families and community…
Georgia Power restores power to nearly all customers impacted by Winter Storm Fern
ATLANTA – Jan. 26, 2026 – Georgia Power has safely restored power to nearly all customers impacted by Winter Storm Fern. The multiday storm brought high winds, freezing rain, snow, and icy conditions to communities across Georgia, leading to a statewide…
Crisp County to activate warming shelter
Location: Crisp County Recreation Department, 1205 5 St. N, Cordele, Ga Purpose: To provide a safe, temporary overnight warm location for individuals and families during periods of extreme cold or hazardous winter…
