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VFD Responds to Two Overnight Structure Fires

2/6/25

The Valdosta Fire Department responded to two separate structure fires overnight, with both incidents occurring within a six-hour timeframe. The first fire occurred on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at approximately 10:16 PM , when fire units were dispatched to a residential fire at 305 W. Gordon...Read more

Valdosta Inspections Department Adopts 2023 National Electrical Code, Implements New Dry-in Requirement

2/5/25

The City of Valdosta’s Inspections Department has officially adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) and is now requiring all permit applications to comply with its updated guidelines.

In addition to the NEC adoption, the department is implementing a mandatory Dry-in requirement...Read more

City of Valdosta Utility Customers May Notice Additional Bill Due to Billing Delays

2/4/25

The City of Valdosta’s Customer Service Department is informing utility customers that they may notice an additional bill with consumption on their utility account in January or February. This additional bill is the result of delays caused by recent natural disasters, which temporarily impacted...Read more

Valdosta Public Works Resumes Regular Sanitation Schedule

2/3/25

The City of Valdosta Public Works Department announces that the Sanitation Division has resumed its regular collection schedule following recent weather-related delays. All sanitation routes are now operating as usual, with regular pickup days in effect.

“We appreciate the patience and...Read more

VFD Responds to Structure Fire on Charlton St: Rescues Canine

2/2/25

On Sunday, February 2, 2025, at approximately 4:22 P.M., the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at 602 Charlton Street. The first fire unit arrived within four minutes to find smoke and flames coming from a single-family residence. A total of twenty...Read more

City of Valdosta Community Protection Notice: Resumption of Pre-Hurricane Operations

1/31/25

The City of Valdosta’s Community Protection Division will resume issuing notices of corrections for code violations effective March 1, 2025 . As part of the city’s commitment to maintaining a safe and clean community, enforcement will include, but is not limited to, the following:

Downed...Read more

City of Valdosta Business License Online Payment System Temporarily Unavailable

1/31/25

Attention Business Owners:

The HDL Business License Online system is currently down until further notice . As a result, online payments are temporarily unavailable .

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this issue.

In the meantime...Read more

Valdosta Fire Department Opens Applications for Recruit Class 13

1/29/25

The Valdosta Fire Department (VFD) is excited to announce that applications for Recruit Class 13 are now open. This recruitment drive offers an exceptional opportunity for motivated individuals to join a team dedicated to community safety, professional growth, and excellence within the fire service...Read more

VFD Responds to Structure Fire on Hines St.

1/29/25

On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at approximately 8:35 p.m., the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at 304 Hines Street. The first fire unit arrived on scene within four minutes to find smoke and flames coming from a vacant residence. A total of eighteen firefighters...Read more

6th Annual Mayor and Chairman’s Paddle Set for March 15, 2025

1/28/25

The City of Valdosta and Lowndes County are excited to announce the 6th Annual Mayor and Chairman’s Paddle, a collaborative event promoting clean waterways and outdoor activity. This year’s paddle will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, beginning at Langdale Park Boat Ramp.