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THUMBS UP: To Georgia Attorney General Sam Olens who not only took the time to be the keynote speaker at this week’s Rotary Club Law Enforcement Appreciation Dinner but also spent the same afternoon visiting Open Bible Christian School. Olens fielded questions from students who asked him about numerous political and law-related issues. Good to see the attorney general managing to meet with young people while still meeting the responsibilities of his office.
THUMBS UP: To the participants of the 63rd Annual Lowndes County Ham & Egg Show this past week. There was a time when these shows could be found throughout the state. Now, Lowndes is the only Georgia county that still hosts this event which shines a spotlight on African-American farmers and black youths participating in area 4-H programs. With approximately 60 hams and 60 dozen eggs entered this year, the Lowndes County tradition remains strong.
THUMBS UP: To Sue Raffaele. Moving to Valdosta several years ago, she wanted to volunteer her time but found several organizations already had plenty of volunteers. So, she created her own community projects.
Her latest effort has been adopting a W.G. Nunn Elementary School class where Raffaele has donated hundreds of books for the children.
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THUMBS UP: To all South Georgia graduates. Congratulations on your success in completing school and best wishes on your continued success in the future.
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New era at the Boys and Girls Club
Next week on June 1, it will be the official end of an era at the Boys and Girls Club of Valdosta when Robert Soper hands over responsibility for the organization to the new Chief Professional Officer Jim Wink.
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Thank you, EMS
We always pull over for them, but we rarely seem to thank them.
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Tornado: An aftermath of help
Seeing the massive path of destruction left in the wake of tornadoes in Oklahoma Monday was a sobering reminder of the power of spring storms.
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Thoughts on graduation
Graduation ceremonies reflect how life marches on. For the students receiving their diplomas and degrees, graduation is a culmination of the majority of their lives’ work.
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THUMBS UP: To Dr. John Gaston, retiring dean of Valdosta State University’s College of the Arts. For the past 10-plus years, Gaston has worked to build a more interconnected program with various artistic and communications departments working together. Given that you are likely to see one College of the Arts department collaborating with another during events is proof of Gaston’s success.
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On the go this weekend
Take a breath.
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Sharing the roads with motorcycles
With the recent pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, the number of motorcycles on area roads has increased.
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Thank your local law enforcement today
Today, May 15, was designated Peace Officers Memorial Day back in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy was in office.
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Visit musical roots this weekend
Beginning Saturday, May 18, Nashville, Ga., will be hosting a special Smithsonian exhibit, “New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music.” The exhibit will continue through the end of June and Nashville has done a tremendous job in promoting and planning for the exhibit.
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