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City of Valdosta Announces Final Debris Pickup Deadline for Hurricane Helene

11/14/24

The City of Valdosta has set a final deadline of December 1, 2024, for residents to move all Hurricane Helene-related debris to the right-of-way for collection. Starting on this date, contractors will inventory the locations of debris piles and work diligently to...Read more

City of Valdosta Issues Road Closure Advisory for Numerous City Streets Due to Recent Storm Damage

11/12/24

The City of Valdosta advises all residents and commuters to exercise caution as emergency crews respond to storm damage across the area. Due to hazardous conditions resulting from recent severe weather, Country Club Drive is closed to all traffic between Williamsburg Drive and...Read more

City of Valdosta Urges Residents to Separate Debris and Trash Following Recent Storms

11/12/24

In light of the recent hurricane and subsequent heavy rain, the City of Valdosta is urging residents to help streamline waste management and maintain a clean, safe environment by adhering to specific guidelines for disposing of yard debris, tree limbs, furniture, and trash. These guidelines will...Read more

City of Valdosta Update: Sanitary Overflow at Withlacoochee WWTP and Wainwright Drive Contained Following Historic Rainfall

11/11/24

UPDATE: 11/11/2024: At this time both the Withlacoochee WWTP and Wainwright Sanitary Overflows have stopped. Withlacoochee WWTP has an estimated overflow of 7.2 million Gallons from its secondary EQ Basin which enters a tributary before entering the Withlacoochee River. Wainwright Drive’s estimated...Read more

City of Valdosta Main Street Presents Movie Night at Unity Park

11/11/24

The City of Valdosta Main Street invites everyone for another exciting Movie in the Park event at Unity Park, located at 301 E. Central Ave., on Saturday, November 16, at dusk. Gather your family and friends for a Thanksgiving-themed comedy that’s sure to bring plenty of laughs and heartwarming...Read more

City of Valdosta Experiences Significant Rain Event and Flooding, Resulting in Overwhelmed Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Systems

11/8/24

On November 7, 2024, the City of Valdosta and surrounding South Georgia region experienced a significant rain event, with a cumulative total of 17 inches recorded over the past 48 hours. The volume of rainfall in such a short period overwhelmed portions of the drainage infrastructure, including...Read more

Young GameChangers Conclude Program with Final Presentations in Valdosta

11/6/24

The GeorgiaForward Young GameChangers Program held its final presentations on Wednesday, Nov.6, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Rainwater Conference Center. This marked the culmination of months of dedicated effort by participants committed to enhancing Valdosta’s growth and community impact.

Georgia Department of Transportation Announces $36.2M Contract for Jerry Jones Road Widening Project at Valdosta-Lowndes County Meeting

11/5/24

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has formally notified the City of Valdosta that it has awarded a $36.2 million contract for the Jerry Jones Road Widening project. The project award was announced at a key meeting with City of Valdosta (COV) officials at the Valdosta-Lowndes...Read more

City of Valdosta Main Street Announces Judges and Exciting Details for the 2024 Greater Valdosta Christmas Parade: “Christmas in Georgia”

11/4/24

The City of Valdosta Main Street is pleased to announce the esteemed judges for the 2024 Greater Valdosta Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 7, at 6 p.m. This year's parade theme is " Christmas in Georgia ."

The panel of judges includes:

Dr. Craig Lockhart ,...Read more

City of Valdosta Main Street Announces Annual Holiday Open House

10/29/24

The City of Valdosta Main Street invites everyone to kickoff the holiday season with its annual Holiday Open House, happening on Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This annual event transforms Downtown Valdosta into a holiday shopping delight, filled with festive...Read more