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VFD Responds to Apartment Fire: N Barack Obama Blvd

2/26/25

On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at approximately 11:46 p.m. , the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of an apartment fire at 2313 N. Barack Obama Blvd. The first fire unit arrived on scene within three minutes to find smoke and flames coming from the second story of the...Read more

Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Law Enforcement: Sign Up for the VPD's 41st Citizens Police Academy!

2/25/25

Ever wondered what it’s really like to be a police officer? Now’s your chance to find out! The Valdosta Police Department is excited to announce that registration is officially open for the 41st session of the Citizens Police Academy (CPA), which will be held each Thursday night, April 17 through...Read more

VFD Responds to Structure Fire: Langdale Drive

2/24/25

On Sunday, February 23, 2025, at approximately 9:02 p.m., the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at 705 Langdale Drive. The first fire unit arrived in less than three minutes to find flames and heavy smoke coming from a single-family home. Nineteen fire...Read more

VFD Welcomes New Firefighters and Announces Promotions

2/24/25

Valdosta, GA [February 24, 2025] – The Valdosta Fire Department proudly welcomed four new firefighters and recognized several well-earned promotions during a graduation and promotion ceremony on Friday, February 21, 2025. Firefighters Makayla Hatchett, Keanu Hannon, Donald O’Leary, and Rashawn...Read more

VFD Responds to Structure on Hines St

2/22/25

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at approximately 8:40 a.m. , the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a residential structure fire at 306 Hines Street . The first fire unit arrived on scene in less than four minutes to find heavy smoke coming...Read more

Oakdale Drive Road Closure for Drainage and Pavement Work

2/20/25

February 20, 2025 – Southland Contractors will close Oakdale Drive at South Sherwood Drive on Monday, February 24, 2025, to complete drainage structure improvements and asphalt pavement patching. The closure is expected to last approximately 1 to 1.5 weeks. While Oakdale Drive will be closed at...Read more

VPD's Officer Dilan Boutwell Receives Rotary Club's Officer of the Year Award

2/20/25

Valdosta, GA [February 19, 2025] – The Valdosta Police Department is proud to announce that Officer Dilan Boutwell has been honored as one of the Rotary Club of Valdosta’s Officer of the Year at the 18th Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Dinner. This award recognizes Officer Boutwell’s...Read more

City of Valdosta to Host Town Hall Meetings on Utility Bills

2/19/25

The City of Valdosta invites residents to attend an informative Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, addressing concerns and questions related to utility bills. The event will take place at the Woman’s Building, located at 1409 N. Patterson Street, with two available sessions: 9:00...Read more

Early Morning Fire Forces Evacuation of Local Hotel

2/13/25

On Thursday, February 13, 2025, at approximately 6:04 a.m., the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at a hotel located at 1564 Baytree Rd. The first fire unit arrived on scene within six minutes to find smoke coming from the exterior wall of the building. The...Read more

VFD Responds to Commercial Structure Fire

2/13/25

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at approximately 11:54 a.m., the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a commercial structure fire at 608 W. Hill Ave. The first fire unit arrived within three minutes to find visible flames and smoke coming from the side of the building....Read more