Area News
National convention brings visitors to Turner County
The Valdosta Daylily Club hosted the 2026 American Daylily Society’s National Convention, and our very own local business, Bell’s Daylily Garden, was honored to be one of six tour gardens featured this year. On May 22nd and 23rd, ten tour busses carrying almost five hundred people came to Sycamore to enjoy the 1,000 different varieties…
Read MoreAshburn giving tiny home ordinance another try
Ashburn’s proposed tiny homes ordinance got a walk-through by the Planning and Zoning Commission last month. The City Council will take up the latest proposal on Thursday. The Ashburn City Council meets Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Municipal Courthouse. The meeting is open to the public. P&Z is an advisory board. The board’s recommendation…
Read MoreIllegally meeting at the Ag Building?
For years now, the County Commission has met in the Ag Building next to the airport. Commission Chair Dana Whiddon said the Board may be violating state law. She said she received a phone call about Forsyth County, which recently built a new county government administration building outside the City of Cumming, which is the…
Read MorePSC plans rate cut for Georgia Power customers
Georgia PSC approves plan to lower overall rates, deliver annual savings of $50 per year for Georgia Power residential customers Rate decrease will be effective beginning next month; Total annual savings for all customers of approximately $285 million ATLANTA – May 28, 2026 – The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved a plan to lower overall rates for customers and deliver annual savings of approximately $50 per year, or $4.04 per month, for the typical residential customer using an…
Read MoreBE GATORWISE: SMART CHOICES BEAT CLOSE ENCOUNTERS
SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (May 28, 2026) – Sharing our waterways with alligators is nothing new in Georgia. With summer right around the corner, sightings may increase this time of year. Whether you are spending a quiet day on the water or spending the day outside with family and friends, it’s important that Georgians stay GatorWise, according…
Read MoreCotton Commission supports Great American Cotton Plan
Georgia Cotton Commission Welcomes USDA’s Great American Cotton Plan Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced The Great American Cotton Plan, an initiative from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to promote the cotton industry. The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) applauds Secretary Rollins’ announcement and is appreciative of the support shown to cotton producers…
Read MoreMagazine and map at the Chamber of Commerce
Official Community Map & Chamber & Community Magazine These publications are distributed throughout the year at: The Chamber Office Local businesses Hotels and lodging locations Events and festivals Welcome and tourism locations Community partners and recruitment packets Whether you are looking to increase visibility, attract new customers, or strengthen your local presence, our map and…
Read MoreFertilizer delivery restrictions lifted
The Fertilizer Institute today welcomed an announcement from the Trump Administration temporarily removing hours of service (HOS) regulations for fertilizer deliveries. “TFI thanks USDA Secretary Rollins and DOT Secretary Duffy for recognizing the essential need of getting fertilizer from production plants and retailers to farmers exactly when and where it is needed,” said TFI president and…
Read MoreNews from Tift Regional hospital
New doctor at Southwell Southwell is proud to welcome Fred Morpeth, MD to Southwell Ear, Nose and Throat. A board-certified otolaryngologist, Dr. Morpeth will work alongside providers Dontre’ Douse, MD, Lacey Childress, FNP-C, DeAnna Thompson, FNP-C and audiologist Julie Lambert, M.ED, CCA-A. Dr. Morpeth’s services include: Ear, hearing, and balance care Nasal, sinus, and airway…
Read MoreElection results
Georgia will have a runoff election on June 16 for several primary elections. Early voting is Monday, June 8 – Friday, June 12. No Saturday voting. If you voted in the primary, you have to vote the same way in the runoff. Those who voted Republican must vote the R ballot. Democrats must vote a…
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