Valdosta Daily Times Kay Harris

Shopping to raise money for charities

2011-10-30T06:00:35-04:00

Most people can find any one of a number of reasons to shop, but this week, you will have a legitimate excuse.

Business This Week: Technology is a blessing and a curse

2010-07-03T11:00:00-04:00

I am not the most adept person with technology. It changes too often, so I just keep adapting to the new ways of doing things without taking the time to understand them.

Business This Week: Enjoy Fourth of July festivities next weekend

2010-06-27T00:42:41-04:00

As one who grew up fascinated by daredevil Evil Knievel and his various feats, including the infamous Snake River Canyon rocket car jump, seeing his son Robbie follow in his footsteps is a once in a lifetime opportunity in Valdosta.

Business This Week: Cherish your fathers

2010-06-19T23:00:00-04:00

Today is the day to Honor Thy Father.

Business This Week: Horse Creek is a wonderful find

2010-06-06T00:47:21-04:00

While a number of people have discovered the delightful winery in our midst, some may not yet know about Horse Creek Winery.
Row upon row of grape vines greet customers to the winery, which is located off the Adel Highway just a few miles outside Nashville in Berrien County. Owned by longtime residents of the region, Ed Perry takes pride in the quality of the Muscadine grapes they produce, which are handpicked only when ripe.
You can read all about the winery, which recently won an astounding number of awards at an international wine competition, earning one gold and five bronze medals, in the latest copy of the Valdosta Scene magazine.

Business This Week: A day for honoring fallen soldiers

2010-05-29T23:45:43-04:00

Honoring those who have died in battle is a tradition that goes back centuries. In America, the tradition became entrenched following the Civil War and after WWI the honor extended to all war veterans.
There are several local events Monday to mark Memorial Day, and scores of volunteers will decorate the graves of veterans throughout the region to recognize their contributions to our peace.

Business This Week: Blooms bring 600 visitors to town

2010-05-23T01:20:50-04:00

The Daylily Society is hosting the American Hemerocallis Society’s national convention this week, which will bring at least 600 visitors to Valdosta.

Business This Week: On the peach trail

2010-05-16T00:11:40-04:00

I’m sorry if you missed it, but the annual Peach Festival was held in Morven yesterday. However, it’s still good even if you did because that means that the peaches are ripe and ready.
This time of year means fresh fruit and vegetables throughout our area, from peaches to peanuts to peppers and more.

Business This Week: 100 Black Men Black Tie Dinner

2010-05-08T22:46:35-04:00

This coming Saturday, May 15, the 100 Black Men of Valdosta Inc. are hosting their annual Black Tie Dinner.

Business This Week: What does the world hold for graduates?

2010-05-01T23:50:14-04:00

Students will graduate this weekend from Valdosta State University and the world awaits them.
Although they are graduating at a tough economic time, it’s hardly the first downturn and will almost certainly not be the last. The abiity to be flexible and understanding that professions come and go with the needs of the times are as essential today as they have been for decades.