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ROAD CLOSURE: S Fry St from HWY 221 N to M.L.K D

1/14/25

The City of Valdosta will close South Fry Street.

Why: To replace a manhole. When: Thursday, January 16, 2025 Where: S Fry St from HWY 221 N to M.L.K Dr.

Details: Both northbound and southbound lanes of S Fry St will be closed to traffic. A detour will redirect vehicles down S...Read more

City of Valdosta Observes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

1/13/25

The City of Valdosta will observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20, resulting in the closure of all city administrative offices and facilities. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

Essential services, such as public safety and emergency services, will...Read more

Sanitation Notice: Holiday Schedule for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

1/13/25

The City of Valdosta Public Works Department has announced changes to the sanitation schedule in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 20. On this day, the Valdosta Public Works Department Sanitation Division will only collect garbage (green roll-out cans). Bulk items and...Read more

City of Valdosta Updates Sewer Pipe Washout Along Sugar Creek

1/10/25

On Monday, January 6, 2025, at approximately 11:20 a.m., City personnel identified a significant issue during inspections along Sugar Creek. The investigation aimed to pinpoint the source of elevated bacterial counts and inflow into lift stations. During the...Read more

Valdosta Encourages Residents to Utilize Click' N Fix App for Reporting Non-Emergency Issues

1/10/25

The City of Valdosta reminds residents of the convenience and efficiency of the Valdosta Click' N Fix app for reporting non-emergency issues and requesting city services. Powered by SeeClickFix, this user-friendly tool makes it easier than ever for citizens to report quality-of-life concerns...Read more

VPD Welcomes First New Officers of 2025

1/10/25

The Valdosta Police Department is proud to announce the addition of 2025's first new officers, Officer Richard Elliott and Officer Alexander Ritter, to the VPD family. Both officers were officially sworn in on January 10, 2024, during a ceremony at the Valdosta Police Department station....Read more

Valdosta Kicks Off 2025 with Love Where You Live Road Cleanup

1/10/25

Let’s kick off 2025 with a cleaner, greener Valdosta! The City of Valdosta invites you to join the first Love Where You Live Road Cleanup of the year on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m . This fun and rewarding event will begin at 1905 N. Ashley St. as volunteers team up to clean Marion...Read more

VPD Reports Outstanding 2024 Crime Clearance Rate and Crime Reduction

1/9/25

The Valdosta Police Department (VPD) is proud to announce its 2024 annual statistics, highlighting significant reductions in crime and exceptional performance in crime clearance rates that exceed national averages. 2024 YTD Crime Update Crime at the end of 2024 is 5% lower compared to the end of...Read more

City of Valdosta Opens Applications for 2025 Government 101 Program

1/9/25

The City of Valdosta is excited to announce that applications are now open for the annual Government 101 program. This initiative, spearheaded by the City of Valdosta, offers an engaging and educational opportunity for residents to gain an in-depth understanding of how their city government...Read more

Valdosta Tree Giveaway

1/7/25

The Valdosta Tree Commission will host a tree distribution/giveaway made possible through an Urban & Community Forestry (UCF) Program grant. Funding is provided by the Georgia Tree Council, through the Georgia Forestry Commission and the U.S. Forest Service.

By partnering...Read more